Global Cement News

Zimbabwe: The government is ‘optimistic’ that Zimbabwe will become self-sufficient in cement by early 2026, according to The Herald newspaper. The Industry and Commerce Minister Mangaliso Ndlovu toured the country’s Chegutu cement plant, currently under construction, where he was upbeat about Zimbabwe’s cement manufacturing capabilities.

Ndlovu said “This project is addressing critical cement shortages that we are experiencing, leading to imports from neighbouring countries. We are happy that by the beginning of 2026, this plant will start producing cement, meaning that more than likely there will be no need to import.”

The plant is owned by China-based Shuntal Investment, and administration manager Yan Bo confirmed it had invested US$70m in the project. The plant will produce 0.8Mt/yr of cement. The project currently employs 300 local people, with total employment across Shuntal’s Zimbabwe operations expected to reach 4000.

Türkiye: The Malatya Metropolitan Municipality and the Malatya Chamber of Commerce and Industry plan to build a cement plant in the region through a joint venture, according to the Malatya Time newspaper. The proposed site is reportedly located near raw material resources. The City Council is reviewing a request to authorise MESTON, a municipal subsidiary, to begin feasibility studies, environmental assessments and legal preparations. The joint venture will initially be capitalised equally by both parties.

Peru: National cement shipments rose by 6% year-on-year to 0.98Mt in June 2025, bringing the 12-month total up by 2%. Cement production reached 0.9Mt, up by 2% year-on-year, while clinker output rose by 24% year-on-year to 0.85Mt. Cement exports increased by 33% year-on-year to 12,000t and clinker exports rose by 166% to 98,300t during the same period.

Cement imports grew by 142% year-on-year to 71,000t, while clinker imports also increased by 496% compared to June 2024, to 0.1Mt.

Ghana: Ghacem has launched ECO COOL, Ghana’s first eco-friendly cement, according to My Joy Online news. The producer says the new product reduces environmental impact while maintaining high construction standards.

At the launch event, managing director Frank Huber said “At Ghacem, we want to lead the path in sustainable construction. We’ve set a clear target — to become 100% CO₂ neutral by 2050. ECO COOL is designed for all building applications, but with significantly lower environmental impact.”

Germany: Aumund Group has integrated the Dutch bulk material expert ESI Eurosilo into its operations, effective 25 June 2025. The acquisition strengthens Aumund’s position as a full-range bulk material handling provider, adding vertical storage systems to its portfolio.

CEO of AUMUND Group Pietro de Michieli said “By integrating ESI Eurosilo, we are adding a strategically important component to our offering – safe, space-saving and environmentally friendly storage of bulk materials.”