
Siam Cement Group announces investment plans in ASEAN cement markets
Siam Cement Group recently announced plans to invest in the ASEAN cement markets over a five-year period.
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Siam Cement Group recently announced plans to invest in the ASEAN cement markets over a five-year period.

TXI recently released its fiscal third quarter results, revealing a narrowing loss due to an increase in cement shipments.

The Lafarge Group will commence research in India to improve the performance of concrete in challenging environments.

The Perry Group has confirmed its plans to construct a NZ$25 million cement plant at Te Kumi, expanding on its partnership with Ravensdown Fertilizer for a long-standing supply of limestone.

The US Geological Survey has released its annual Mineral Commodity Summaries for January 2011, revealing a trend of low construction spending levels.

Orimix Concrete Products is taking advantage of the current favourable market conditions and plans to expand into Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

Novacem is to use Autodesk Inc.’s AutoCAD Plant 3D software to optimise its plant design and production process for its ‘carbon negative’ cement.

The Tanzanian cement giant reported positive financial results despite a challenging last year.

The Japanese cement industry reports temporary stoppage at sites, whilst general confusion remains in the country. Demand for cement and other construction materials is likely to rise as Japan begins rebuilding efforts.

The Nigerian Institute of Architects is criticising the government for not adopting a clear policy on the increased cement prices, calling cement a crucial component to the vital construction sector.

Saudi Arabia has set up a national committee for cement companies, in an attempt to strengthen the Kingdom’s cement industry and stabilise local market prices.

Mergers in the Indian cement market have been affected by modest valuations in the low capacity utilisation economy.