South Africa: PPC (formerly Pretoria Portland Cement) has announced details of an agreement to buy a controlling stake in Safika Cement Holdings for US$35.3m, according to a Johannesburg Stock Exchange release.
"We are very excited to be able to add another complimentary business to PPC. This is an important step in our 'Keeping the Home Fires Burning´ strategy. The proposed transaction is subject to approval by the regulatory authorities as well as the conclusion of the due diligence process," said chief executive officer of PPC Ketso Gordhan.
Safika is a blended cement producer that owns five blending plants and one milling operation. It produces blended 32.5N cement under three brands: IDM Best Build, Castle and the Spar Build-It house brand.
