Industry Reports

Cement news highlights: 23 – 27 February

India’s JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd has been recognised as one of the 100 most admired brands in Asia, ‘Infrastructure’ category, at an awards ceremony in New Delhi.
Sanghi Industries won first prize for ‘best overall performance’ in the cement category at the 22nd Mines Environment & Mineral Conservation Week 2014 – 2015.
Khutul Cement and Lime JSC has won Mongolia’s state award recognising its contribution to national development.
Eurocement’s Filaret Galchev has been recognised for his many achievements.

India’s Rail Budget – cement freight rates have been increased by 2.7%.
CNCo has ordered a self-discharging cement carrier as part of a partnership with New Zealand's Golden Bay Cement.
The Construction Logistics and Cycle Safety event showcased safer HGVs from Scania, Volvo, Mercedes Benz and more.
Genesee & Wyoming Inc. has entered into an agreement to acquire Freightliner Group from majority shareholders Arcapita.
The Portland Cement Association has called on the federal government to introduce a fully-funded surface transportation bill that would address the impact of both extreme weather conditions and general wear and tear.

Guy Thompson, The Concrete Centre – MPA, UK, explains how the ongoing commitment of the concrete industry to sustainability can help designers and specifiers achieve sustainable solutions.
Aggregate Industries recently welcomed the BBC’s popular evening television programme, The One Show.