06 January 2025

Philippines: DMCI Holdings will postpone developing a cement plant on Semirara Island following its acquisition of almost 90% of Cemex Holdings Philippines (CHP). 

Herbert Consunji, chief finance officer of DMCI and president and CEO of CHP, said CHP's existing plants in Antipolo and Cebu better serve key markets in Luzon and Visayas, according to The Manila Bulletin. Transport costs from Semirara Island would result in an increase in cement prices.

The company will reconsider the project upon the renewal of its coal operating contract in July 2027.

Nigeria: Tetracore Energy has entered into an agreement with Dangote Cement to supply up to 400,000m³/day of compressed natural gas (CNG) for its logistics operations. The energy provider will deploy its mobile refilling units and establish mother stations nationwide to provide a supply of CNG for Dangote’s logistics fleet.

Philippines: Governor Gwen Garcia has called for an investigation into all cement plants in Cebu over environmental and safety risks from large-scale quarrying operations, according to Sugbo News.

The governor called attention to mineral production sharing agreements (MPSAs) granted to companies like Apo Land and Quarry Corporation (ALQC), which cover over 3300 hectares, including populated areas. ALQC supplied materials to Cemex Philippines. Garcia also requested a review of other cement plants, including Solid Earth (owned by Taiheiyo Cement), Mabuhay Filcement and Republic Cement, advocating for stricter oversight.

UAE: A cement plant in Fujairah has halted operations after a malfunction caused thick smoke to rise from the chimney, according to local news reports. The Fujairah Environment Authority conducted an inspection to ensure compliance with environmental regulations and laws. The plant consequently initiated an immediate shutdown and submitted a plan to repair the malfunction and prevent future issues.