Cemex recognized for solar clinker breakthrough

21 November 2024 in 2022 through a small-scale pilot system. By 2023, Cemex and Synhelion achieved continuous production capabilities. The partners are now advancing efforts to construct a solar-driven, industrial-scale pilot cement plant, underscoring their commitment...

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• Category: Environment

Saint-Gobain partners up with Boralex to decarbonize French operations

19 November 2024 Long-term Power Purchase Agreement enhances sustainability efforts across French operations (CW Group) Saint-Gobain announces that the company has signed a 20-year renewable electricity purchase agreement (PPA) with Boralex, marking a significant step...

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• Category: Projects

Releaf Paper launches production line to transform leaves into sustainable pulp and paper

19 November 2024 55 days. The facility celebrated this achievement during Releaf’s third anniversary, attended by industry leaders and key partners. This pilot project underscores Releaf’s commitment to reshaping the pulp and paper industry. The company is positioned to...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

RYAM secures green funding to advance biomaterials strategy

18 November 2024 interest rate of approximately 5 percent. An additional EUR 30 million comes as preferred equity from SWEN Capital Partners, granting the firm a 20 percent stake in BioNova. SWEN’s investment values the subsidiary at over USD 160 million. The funds will...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Heidelberg partners with Enagás to decarbonize cement plants in Spain

15 November 2024 New collaboration targets carbon footprint reduction in Spain (CW Group) Enagás and Heidelberg Materials have signed an agreement to advance sustainable CO₂ management in northern Spain. This initiative aims to create a comprehensive logistics chain...

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• Category: Environment

Hancock Lumber expands Arctic reach

13 November 2024 chain, including pricing, sourcing materials in the metric system, and exploring cost-competitive shipping routes with partners like Royal Arctic Lines and Eimskip. In addition to networking with industry leaders, Hancock Lumber aimed to tackle...

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Olvia and Kherson ports set for new development phase

12 November 2024 of the International Finance Corporation (IFC), writes USM. The country is advancing its cooperation with international partners to attract investment for the modernization of transport infrastructure, with a key focus on port development. Discussions...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Roanoke Cement and Virginia Tech partner on innovative CCS study

08 November 2024 New study aims to reduce carbon emissions through underground storage (CW Group) Virginia Tech has partnered with Roanoke Cement Company on an innovative study to explore carbon capture and storage beneath the Roanoke Cement plant in Botetourt County,...

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• Category: Environment

Holcim and Detroit Wayne County Port win grant for EPA's Clean Ports program

07 November 2024 EPA funding supports zero-emission goals at Detroit port (CW Group) Holcim, partnering with the Detroit Wayne County Port Authority (DWCPA), has received a grant through the EPA’s Clean Ports program, informs Holcim US. This funding backs the DWCPA’s...

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• Category: Environment

Titan Group partners with Ecocem for low-carbon cement solutions

07 November 2024 New partnership aims to reduce cement emissions (CW Group) TITAN Group has announced a partnership with Ecocem to develop low-carbon cement solutions across Europe. This collaboration advances TITAN's net-zero ambitions and aligns with its strategy to...

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• Category: Environment

FIP acquires Amspak operations

07 November 2024 New ownership to boost specialty packaging business (CW Group) Packaging Gateway informs that Foundation Investment Partners (FIP) has acquired American Spool & Packaging (Amspak), a specialty packaging company based in Hartsville, South Carolina....

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• Category: North America

Aggregate Industries UK partners with Neustark

06 November 2024 New partnership targets carbon storage in construction waste (CW Group) Holcim Group’s Aggregate Industries UK has partnered with climate tech company Neustark to advance carbon capture and storage in the construction industry. This collaboration aims...

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• Category: Environment

Navios Maritime Partners reports strong 3Q24 performance

06 November 2024 Shipping giant navigates challenges with strong Q3 performance (CW Group) Navios Maritime Partners (NYSE: NMM) reported a strong Q3 performance, generating USD 340.8 million in revenue and USD 97.8 million in net income, according to Investing.com. The...

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• Category: Markets & trade

Broekman Logistics expands breakbulk capacity in Port of Rotterdam

04 November 2024 of J.C. Meijers is expected to strengthen Broekman Logistics' capabilities and foster closer cooperation with its new partners and customers. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly prohibited.

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• Category: Ports & handling

Xiangyu Marine equipment launches new vessel

04 November 2024 production. The vessel, identified as XY107, was celebrated at a ceremony attended by key figures from Lumoso and other partners. The "LUMOSO SAHABAT" measures 196 meters in length, 36 meters in beam, and 17 meters in depth, with a main engine power of...

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• Category: Equipment & technology

Toscotec partners with WAFA Group

01 November 2024 New tissue line aims to boost production efficiency in Algeria (CW Group) Algerian tissue producer WAFA Group has chosen Toscotec for the turnkey supply of a new AHEAD tissue line at its Ain Oussara facility, south of Algiers, set for installation by...

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• Category: North America

GCP partners with ACelli to upgrade Texas plant operations

01 November 2024 a new agreement with A.Celli Paper to equip its Texas plant with advanced machinery, according to Tissue Online. This partnership introduces a complete tissue machine to the facility’s TM6 line, featuring a 2,700 mm Yankee forge dryer and a specialized...

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• Category: North America

CLC warns that housing growth target might be in Jeopardy

01 November 2024 will not materialize until later next year, stakeholders are urged to engage in proactive communication with suppliers and partners to navigate potential challenges.[/PAID] Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution expressly...

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• Category: Construction

JSW Group partners with South Korea’s Posco to set up steel plant in India

29 October 2024 and contribute significantly to the economic growth of both South Korea and India. As part of their strategic vision, the partnership aims to explore opportunities in secondary battery materials and renewable energy, focusing on joint investments and...

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• Category: Materials News

GCCA India partners up with Xynteo to boost decarbonization

29 October 2024 of India's construction sector through increased adoption of low-carbon cement and concrete. Over the next two years, the partnership will leverage GCCA India's expertise in the cement and concrete industry, focusing initially on developing a green...

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• Category: Other