
Lafarge and STRABAG join forces in Central Europe
Lafarge and STRABAG are combining their cement activities in several countries of Central Europe.
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Lafarge and STRABAG are combining their cement activities in several countries of Central Europe.

The captive 42 MW Berber plant marks major milestone for TAQA Arabia’s power generation business while powering Sudan’s most technologically advanced and environmentally friendly cement producer.

On 5 June, Essroc’s Martinsburg will be holding an open house following the dedication of its new US$ 500 million plant upgrade.

MerchantBridge, a direct investment and private equity company focused on the Middle East, is investing in debt and equity in Iraq.

HeidelbergCement and the IFC have signed an agreement to increase the local supply of cement in sub-Saharan Africa.

Italgen, an Italcementi Group company has acquired a 49% stake in Gardawind, a company that is operating two wind farms.

Chinese investors are to fund construction of a cement plant in Beluluane in the Maputo province of Mozambique.

World Expo 2010 has opened in Shanghai, China and Lafarge is the largest supplier to the event.

A new sand production plant is helping Cemex UK boost efficiency and reduce the environmental impact of its largest UK sand and gravel quarry.

Titan Group Turnover for the first quarter of 2010 reached €286 million, down by 7% compared to the first quarter of 2009. EBITDA fell by 5% to €61 million. The Group’s net profits, after minority interests and taxes, stood at €25 million, up by 16% compared to last year.

HeidelbergCement has introduced a carbon neutral initiative for customers in Benelux.

Creating a uniform approach to health and safety is no easy task. But when your company spans many cultures, geographies and operates in a high-risk area, it’s even more of a challenge, but it’s one that Holcim was determined to take on.