https://www.worldcement.com A unique industry insight via a combination of news, reviews, comments, analysis, regional reports, case studies, technical articles and more within the cement sector. en-GB Copyright Palladian Publications Ltd cement editor@worldcement.com (Editor) webdev@worldcement.com (Web developer) https://d23p67eaj7q4a1.cloudfront.net/media/logo.png https://www.worldcement.com Total revenues of US$7.4 billion (Q1 2025: US$6.8 billion) were 9% ahead of the prior year driven by positive underlying demand, disciplined commercial execution, and contributions from acquisitions. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/01052026/crh-reports-first-quarter-2026-results/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/01052026/crh-reports-first-quarter-2026-results/ Fri, 01 May 2026 08:14:00 GMT Molins has reported its results for the first quarter of 2026, in a global environment characterised by economic and geopolitical uncertainty. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/01052026/molins-reports-a-strong-first-quarter-of-2026/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/01052026/molins-reports-a-strong-first-quarter-of-2026/ Fri, 01 May 2026 07:59:00 GMT Traditional Loss on Ignition testing is vital for cement quality, yet split LOI analysis offers superior process insight. By automating mass loss measurements at specific temperature intervals, modern thermogravimetric systems improve laboratory efficiency, throughput, and data consistency, enabling cement producers to optimize production, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive better decisions. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/improving-cement-quality-control-with-automated-split-loss-on-ignition-analysis/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/improving-cement-quality-control-with-automated-split-loss-on-ignition-analysis/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:47:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you insights into Heidelberg Materials' push for autonomous equipment, Amrize's revenue growth, Cemex's sustainability strides, and ABB's AI collaboration with alcemy. Discover how these developments shape the future of cement. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/autonomy-growth-and-sustainability-in-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/30042026/autonomy-growth-and-sustainability-in-cement/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 12:10:00 GMT The World Cement Association (WCA) convened its Annual Conference from 19 – 22 April 2026 at The Athenee Hotel in Bangkok, bringing together global industry leaders. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30042026/wca-president-calls-for-innovation-and-global-collaboration-at-2026-annual-conference/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30042026/wca-president-calls-for-innovation-and-global-collaboration-at-2026-annual-conference/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:24:00 GMT Heidelberg Materials continues to scale the global deployment of autonomous heavy mobile equipment in North America, Australia, and Europe. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30042026/heidelberg-materials-accelerates-global-rollout-of-autonomous-heavy-mobile-equipment/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/30042026/heidelberg-materials-accelerates-global-rollout-of-autonomous-heavy-mobile-equipment/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:17:00 GMT Revenues were 4.7% higher in the quarter which was primarily driven by volume growth of US$79 million and contributions from acquisitions of US$24 million from the Building Materials segment. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/30042026/amrize-grows-revenue-47-in-first-quarter-and-reaffirms-2026-guidance/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/30042026/amrize-grows-revenue-47-in-first-quarter-and-reaffirms-2026-guidance/ Thu, 30 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT ABB has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with industrial decarbonisation company alcemy to explore AI solutions determining cement and concrete quality. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/29042026/abb-and-alcemy-collaborate-to-bring-ai-driven-quality-control-to-cement-production/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/29042026/abb-and-alcemy-collaborate-to-bring-ai-driven-quality-control-to-cement-production/ Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:50:00 GMT RADOM Corporation (Pewaukee, Wisconsin) has successfully completed the engineering and procurement stages in the development of an electrodeless, high efficiency 1 MW thermal plasma torch for use in industrial process applications in cement and mineral processing. https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/28042026/radom-corporation-develops-1-mw-electrodeless-plasma-torch/ https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/28042026/radom-corporation-develops-1-mw-electrodeless-plasma-torch/ Tue, 28 Apr 2026 15:39:00 GMT Cemex presented its 2025 Integrated Report outlining progress in operational performance, sustainability, and long-term shareholder value creation. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/27042026/cemex-highlights-sustainability-and-operational-progress-in-its-2025-integrated-report/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/27042026/cemex-highlights-sustainability-and-operational-progress-in-its-2025-integrated-report/ Mon, 27 Apr 2026 12:46:00 GMT Mongolia’s cement and construction sectors are entering a pivotal moment as industry leaders prepare to gather for Cement Expo 2026 on May 8, 2026 https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/24042026/cement-expo-2026-unlocking-sustainable-growth-through-logistics-transformation/ https://www.worldcement.com/asia-pacific-rim/24042026/cement-expo-2026-unlocking-sustainable-growth-through-logistics-transformation/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 12:11:00 GMT Findings emphasise the need for more collaborative research on field-based studies of behaviour and performance of PLC concrete, and support for performance-based specifications and guidance. https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/24042026/new-study-released-on-abrasion-resistance-of-plc-systems-for-industrial-floors/ https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/24042026/new-study-released-on-abrasion-resistance-of-plc-systems-for-industrial-floors/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:11:00 GMT Cemex announce its results for the first quarter of 2026, reporting strong performance supported by its disciplined execution of its transformation plan. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/24042026/cemex-reports-record-first-quarter-ebitda/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/24042026/cemex-reports-record-first-quarter-ebitda/ Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:19:00 GMT This week's edition of The Weekly Brief brings you the latest from the cement world, including the announcement of 'Concrete in Life 2025/26' winners, Heidelberg Materials' new 'Battery Bill' at Whatley quarry, Amrize shareholders' approvals, and Titan America's DOT accolades. https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/23042026/the-weekly-brief-23-04-2026/ https://www.worldcement.com/special-reports/23042026/the-weekly-brief-23-04-2026/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:08:00 GMT Kravtsov is a recognised leader in the cement and concrete industry with more than two decades of transformational executive experience. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/23042026/carboncure-appoints-yuliya-kravtsov-as-chief-executive-officer/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/23042026/carboncure-appoints-yuliya-kravtsov-as-chief-executive-officer/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT Run by the GCCA, the annual competition received more than 20 000 entries from professional and amateur photographers, as well as smartphone users, spanning every continent. https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/23042026/concrete-in-life-202526-winners-announced/ https://www.worldcement.com/product-news/23042026/concrete-in-life-202526-winners-announced/ Thu, 23 Apr 2026 08:30:00 GMT Heidelberg Materials UK has commissioned a new Class 08e electric shunting locomotive at its Whatley quarry in Frome, Somerset. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/22042026/heidelberg-materials-unveils-battery-bill-at-whatley-quarry/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/22042026/heidelberg-materials-unveils-battery-bill-at-whatley-quarry/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:24:00 GMT Shareholders approved a special, one-time dividend for 2025 of US$0.44 per share to be paid on May 4, 2026 to shareholders. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/22042026/amrize-shareholders-approve-all-proposals-at-2026-annual-general-meeting/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/22042026/amrize-shareholders-approve-all-proposals-at-2026-annual-general-meeting/ Wed, 22 Apr 2026 08:21:00 GMT Titan America SA has become the first materials supplier to secure Department of Transportation (DOT) approvals in Florida, Virginia, and North Carolina for a Type 1T blended cement. https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/21042026/titan-america-secures-dot-approvals-for-a-next-generation-cement/ https://www.worldcement.com/the-americas/21042026/titan-america-secures-dot-approvals-for-a-next-generation-cement/ Tue, 21 Apr 2026 08:49:00 GMT Heidelberg Materials UK has supplied waterproof, coloured concrete to refurbish Boulders Beach Splash Park at Hertfordshire Zoo. https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/20042026/heidelberg-materials-brings-splash-park-to-life-at-hertfordshire-zoo/ https://www.worldcement.com/europe-cis/20042026/heidelberg-materials-brings-splash-park-to-life-at-hertfordshire-zoo/ Mon, 20 Apr 2026 12:06:00 GMT