
Strengthened relations for infrastructure and private sector projects across South Africa
On 17 March, South Africa and the European Investment Bank (EIB) reaffirmed their mutual commitment to a continued close partnership and cooperation.
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On 17 March, South Africa and the European Investment Bank (EIB) reaffirmed their mutual commitment to a continued close partnership and cooperation.

The European Investment Bank (EIB) and the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) have agreed to set up a joint technical assistance programme to improve the preparation and implementation of infrastructure projects.

Shiva Cement, India, is in the process of considering setting up a 25 MW power plant.

The USGS Mineral Industry Surveys publication "Cement in December 2009” has recently been published. This report provides monthly data on the shipments of cement to final customers, and the production of clinker, in the United States from January 2008 through the current month.

FLSmidth has signed a contract worth €53 million (DKK400 million) with Indian National Thermal Power Corporation Limited (NTPC).

USGS survey data indicates growth for gypsum industry from November to December 2009.

East Africa Portland Cement Company (EAPCC) has been forced to put out a tender for the supply of clinker as a result of its new clinker kiln suffering delays construction.

Sanghi Industries is looking to raise approximately RS660 crore to contribute towards an expansion programme that should triple the company’s capacity.

Production of crushed stone in the US decreased in 2008, as did consumption. Imports increased slightly, but exports remained stable.

FLSmidth has received a contract from Fabrica De Cimento Do Kwanza-Sul SA, Angola, for the operation and maintenance of its 4200 tpd cement plant.

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on the annual Inventory of US Greenhouse Gas Emissions and Sinks: 1990 – 2008 draft report.

Cheung Kong Infrastructure Holdings has announced plans to construct a new cement plant in the Guangdong Province; while West China Cement’s Yangxian facility is scheduled to come online ahead of schedule this month.