Cement news

All news on Cement (also known as Portland cement, Portland Cement Concrete, and Precast Concrete): plants, production capacities, investments and involved companies.

11 March 2026

Holcim Acquires Colombian Operations

Holcim expands in Colombia, acquiring Cemex assets. The deal adds 20+ sites, boosting 2026 sales by USD 360M. Expected synergies of USD 30M in 3 years, EPS accretive in year one.
6 March 2026

Heidelberg Materials Closes Paderborn Cement Plant

Due to declining demand, the Paderborn plant will close, affecting 53 jobs. Heidelberg offers internal transfers. Quarry and concrete operations remain. Ternocem production moves elsewhere.
4 March 2026

EU Proposes Industrial Accelerator Act to Boost Manufacturing and Jobs

The Act promotes EU-made low-carbon products, simplifies permits, and sets FDI conditions to enhance EU manufacturing, economic security, and supply chain resilience.
12 February 2026

thyssenkrupp Q1 2025/2026: Sales Down, EBIT Up, Forecast Confirmed

Order intake fell due to prior major contracts. Sales dropped 8%, but EBIT rose 10% via APEX program. Transformation progresses with strategic moves in various segments.
5 February 2026

Heidelberg Materials Acquires Maas Group's Construction Materials Business in Australia

The acquisition includes 40 quarries, 22 concrete plants, and 2 asphalt sites, enhancing product offerings in Eastern Australia. Completion expected in the second half of 2026.
17 December 2025

Commission Enhances Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism

The EU expands CBAM to more products, introduces anti-circumvention measures, and launches a fund to support EU producers against carbon leakage.

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