Building materials industry in 2023

14 March 2024 Overall, while there are pockets of optimism, the construction materials industry faces significant headwinds, requiring strategic adaptation to navigate through uncertain times. Copyright CW Group. All rights reserved. Unauthorized distribution...

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• Category: Construction

Shree Cement inks purchase agreement with StarCrete LPP

14 March 2024 encompasses RMC plants with a combined capacity of 422 cubic meters per hour, at a total cost of INR 33.50 crore. This strategic move marks the company's debut in the RMC business, positioning itself strategically for involvement in key construction...

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• Category: Concrete & Brick

Nordic Paper Holding surges on sale plans

14 March 2024 Chinese supplier's strategic Move Boosts Market Sentiment (CW Group) Shares of Nordic Paper Holding experienced a significant surge following the announcement of plans by Shanying International Holdings to sell its Swedish-listed subsidiary. The move...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

Veritiv appoints Stuart Crockford as SVP

14 March 2024 Key hire to lead strategic development initiatives (CW Group) Veritiv has named Stuart Crockford as Senior Vice President - Business Development, signaling a strategic move to bolster its mergers and acquisitions (M&A) endeavors. Crockford, a seasoned...

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• Category: North America

Revolutionizing pulp and paper efficiency

14 March 2024 the profitability and competitiveness that sustainable practices can offer businesses, highlighting the importance of strategic partnerships like the one with Spraying Systems. Leveraging external expertise and innovative technologies allows companies...

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• Category: Global

ABB and Salt X expand collaboration to decarbonize cement

12 March 2024 for the EAC, facilitating its commercialization and adoption in the market. Salt X's CEO, Carl-Johan Linér, emphasizes the strategic value of the partnership, citing ABB's global experience and capital injection as catalysts for Salt X's growth plans....

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• Category: Environment

Red Hawk Mining's haulage partnership

12 March 2024 unveiled (CW Group) Global Mining Review uncovers a significant development as Red Hawk Mining Limited announces a strategic partnership with MGM Bulk Pty for the haulage of iron ore from its Blacksmith Iron Ore Project to the Utah Point Bulk Handling...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Greek owner's multi-million dollar deal

12 March 2024 NGM Energy's strategic ship transaction (CW Group) Splash247.com informs of a significant activity in the bulker sector, with Greek owner NGM Energy making headlines for its lucrative ship deal. NGM Energy, renowned for its adeptness in ship...

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• Category: Equipment & technology

Grain export rail decline

12 March 2024 global trade dynamics. Factors contributing to this decline warrant further investigation, highlighting the need for strategic measures to address fluctuating demand and logistical constraints. Considering these developments, stakeholders in the grain...

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• Category: Markets & trade

KP Tissue's record revenue sparks expansion plans

12 March 2024 facial tissue. Looking ahead, KP Tissue aims to sustain its growth momentum and solidify its market presence through strategic investments in brand expansion and capacity enhancement, particularly via the Sherbrooke Expansion initiative. KP Tissue's...

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• Category: North America

Irani's Hyper automation success

12 March 2024 and financial sectors saw substantial reductions in manual hours, enabling employees to allocate more time to analysis and strategic initiatives. Irani's innovative approach extends beyond production lines, encompassing management processes as well. By...

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• Category: Middle East & Africa

Maple Leaf subsidiary to build a hospital

11 March 2024 College Healthcare NHS Trust, a renowned UK teaching hospital group. MLCF's foray into the healthcare sector signifies a strategic diversification beyond its core business of cement production. The project aligns with MLCF's vision to contribute to the...

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• Category: Markets & Competition

KLL expands operations in Varanasi and Madhya Pradesh

11 March 2024 Director Uddhav Poddar expresses enthusiasm for these developments, emphasizing KLL's dedication to excellence and strategic expansion. The Varanasi depot signifies a crucial step towards solidifying KLL's industry position and fostering mutually...

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• Category: Plant Expansions

Argentina enhances grain export with new port in Timbues

11 March 2024 such as Bunge, Cargill, and Louis Dreyfus already have a presence in the region, underscoring its importance as a strategic hub for grain loading and unloading operations. The Rosario Stock Exchange forecasts robust harvests for 2023-2024, with an...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Fleet adjustments in Singapore with ship sale

11 March 2024 October (CW Group) Splash247.com reports that Singapore-based Swire Bulk has divested its two oldest vessels, signaling strategic adjustments in its fleet composition. The company, known for maintaining one of the youngest fleets in the bulker industry,...

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• Category: Equipment & technology

Swire Bulk trims fleet

11 March 2024 ship sale (CW Group) Splash247.com reports that Singapore-based Swire Bulk has divested its two oldest vessels, signaling strategic adjustments in its fleet composition. The company, known for maintaining one of the youngest fleets in the bulker...

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• Category: Equipment & technology

Nagpur emerges as logistics hub with Gati Shakti terminal

11 March 2024 Strategic development propels City's growth (CW Group) India Shipping News reports that Nagpur is poised to become a pivotal logistics hub in India following the establishment of a Gati Shakti Cargo Terminal (GCT) at Sindi dry port. The agreement,...

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• Category: Ports & handling

Elliott Baxter & Company expands reach with Realt Paper acquisition

11 March 2024 Company (EBB), a leading paper and board merchant, has acquired Realt Paper, an Irish paper merchant based in Dublin, in a strategic move aimed at bolstering its position in the Irish market, writes Packaging News. The acquisition, finalized for an...

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• Category: Europe & Central Asia

UPM Raflatac renews partnership with Mark Andy

11 March 2024 (CW Group) Global provider of self-adhesive paper and film products, UPM Raflatac, announces the continuation of its strategic alliance with Mark Andy, a leading narrow web printing equipment manufacturer, marking the fifth consecutive year of...

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• Category: Global

Cormart-Fosroc partnership revolutionizes construction chemicals

08 March 2024 standards (CW Group) Cormart, a significant player in the chemical and food raw materials sector, has forged a strategic partnership with construction chemicals manufacturer Fosroc to enhance services, writes The Nation. This partnership designates...

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• Category: Other