
Holcim Philippines prepares for greater competition in the ASEAN region
Holcim Philippines is primed for the increase in competition following the integration of markets in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region by 2015.
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Holcim Philippines is primed for the increase in competition following the integration of markets in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) region by 2015.

The UK Minerals Forum’s Working Group on Future Mineral Supply in the UK has published a report on the production and consumption of minerals over the last 40 years.

A handy infographic displaying some key facts from the cement, construction and infrastructure sectors in China and the Far East.

Dangote Cement has received the blessing of Kenya’s Deputy President after a visit to the Obajana plant.

Pricing pressures, weak demand and cost headwinds will affect India’s cement sector in 2014, according to ratings agency ICRA.

Human resource consultancy Aon Hewitt has certified Holcim Philippines with ‘Best Employer’ status under its global programme.

Dalmia Cement Bharat’s greenfield cement plant, located in Gokak in the state of Karnataka, India, will be commissioned in five months time.

Trinidad Cement Ltd has reported a profit after tax of US$67.3 million for 2013, compared with a loss after tax of US$388.2 million for 2012.

Paul Maxwell-Cook’s review of the Far East turns its attention to the cement sector in Japan and South Korea.

Paul Maxwell-Cook takes a look at the political and economic developments in Taiwan that are impacting its cement industry.

Paul Maxwell-Cook examines the cement industry in the Far East, beginning with China and the environmental and economical challenges the country will face in 2014.

Claudiu Popescu, Laurentiu Ionescu and Jerry Rhodes, The Timken Company, USA, explain the significance of bearing selection and maintenance for smooth operations in severe conditions.