
Qatar Cement sees sales increase in 2013
A booming construction industry saw sales and profits rise for Qatar Cement in 2013.
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A booming construction industry saw sales and profits rise for Qatar Cement in 2013.

Geometrica outlines a project carried out at Carthage Cement’s new plant in Djebel Ressas, Tunisia.

The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association has signed an agreement with several cement and concrete groups from around the world to develop an international responsible sourcing certification programme for concrete.

Siam City Cement Public Company Ltd saw a net sales growth of 13.3% y/y to THB29 950 million baht in 2013.

Cement sales volumes, EBITDA and profits increased for Peruvian cement producer Cementos Pacasmayo in 2013.

Industrial group ThyssenKrupp has met all its targets for the first quarter, witnessing a decrease in net debt and a 6% increase in order intake from continuing operations.

Akkord Corporation plans to enhance efficiency at its production facilities following the Azerbaijani President’s announcement that 2014 would be the ‘Year of Industry’.

CNBM Engineering divisions in Oman and Saudi Arabia receive visits from their respective Chinese ambassadors and the company hosts a promotional conference in Iran.

Cement and Concrete Association of New Zealand appoints new Chair and launches skills maintenance website.

In order to relieve excess domestic supply, brought about by sluggish demand, cement manufacturers in Vietnam will concentrate on increasing exports.

Siemens held a webcast this week to discuss the global challenges facing the cement industry and the innovative solutions that can help improve energy efficiency.

FLSmidth’s Board of Directors and the Executive Management have approved the company's Annual Report for the financial year 1 January - 31 December 2013.