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The MPA is the first cement industry body to publish plans for lowering greenhouse gas emissions.

PPC continues expansion plans outside of South Africa, as its Zimbabwe subsidiary celebrates its centenary.

US-based Eagle Materials Inc. reports on positive performance in 3Q12

Dyckerhoff AG’s 2012 sales came in at €1.6 billion, although cement sales volumes fell by 2%.

Total sales increased by 1.2% y/y in 2012, while performance varied across the Group’s regional markets.

HeidelbergCement has issued its preliminary results for 4Q and full year 2012, giving a generally positive picture for the company.

Cement and clinker sales volumes are hit by reduced construction activity in Italy, while positive pricing helps Cementir Holding’s 2012 revenues to rise.

Cemex’s Latin American arm reports positive trends in the region’s cement industry backed by infrastructure and residential construction.

Cement sales volumes continued to feel the force of the financial crisis in Europe, but growth in Asia and the emerging markets boosted sales and revenue figures.

Sri Lanka-based Tokyo Cement has set up a new subsidiary, Eastern Cement Company Ltd.

Ciment Français reports 2012 revenues are down 2.5% overall, but cement markets in North America and Asia showed strong growth.

Domestic cement sales in Pakistan are increasing, while exports still falter.