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Holcim Philippines reports tough first quarter in 2017

28 April 2017

Philippines: Holcim Philippines has blamed lower public infrastructure spending, tighter industry competition and higher production expenses for a drop in its financial performance in the first quarter of 2017. Its net sales fell by 12% year-on-year to US$176m and its operating earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) fell by 32% to US$40m. The subsidiary of LafargeHolcim also attributed its problems to rising fuel costs and a declining local currency. It estimates that cement demand in the country fell in the quarter year-on-year due to higher infrastructure spending in the lead-up to the election in 2016.

“Infrastructure and innovation are cited as pillars for the country’s 2017 productivity growth forecast at 6.4% gross domestic product (GDP) growth. These pillars are strengths of Holcim Philippines that we believe will buoy the company and make a big difference for customers. This region has been showing strong growth, giving us the optimism to continue to transform and serve our customers even better,” said chief operating officer Sapna Sood in a bullish mood.

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China National Building Material grows revenue by 10% to US$3.03bn in first quarter of 2017

28 April 2017

China: China National Building Material Company’s (CNBM)’s operating revenue grew by 10% year-on-year to US$3.03bn in the first quarter of 2017 from US$2.75bn in the same period in 2016. Its net profit grew by 50% to US$41m from US$27.6m. The result represents a turnaround in the company’s performance following stagnant growth in 2016.

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Environmental Protection Authority investigates Irish Cement over dust cloud

27 April 2017

Ireland: The Environmental Protection Authority is investigating Irish Cement’s plant in Limerick following an alleged ‘blowout’ of dust from the plant in early April 2017 that effected parts of Limerick city. The cement producer said that it had repaired a clinker conveyor following an inspection, according to the Irish Examiner newspaper. Previously Irish Cement admitted to dust emissions in 2015 that led to it compensating local residents with free car washes. The company is also appealing to the government to allow it to burn alternative fuels at the site despite local opposition.

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Albert Manifold defends CRH’s investment plans for Philippines amidst slump

27 April 2017

Philippines: Albert Manifold, the chief executive officer of CRH, has defended his company’s investment of up to Euro350m in the Philippines despite reporting a 12% drop in sales in the first quarter of 2017. Under questioning from analysts in a conference call admitted that about a quarter of cement demand in the country is currently being served by imports from Southeast Asia that is also reducing local prices, according to the Irish Times. However, he insisted that local producers, including CRH, will have an advantage as they increase production capacity due to constant production and ‘guaranteed’ regulation and certification. Manifold also conceded that his company’s performance in the Philippines illustrates the ‘volatility of emerging markets.’

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Vietnam’s cement sales rise by 6% to 17.8Mt in first quarter of 2017

27 April 2017

Vietnam: Cement sales rose by 6% year-on-year to 17.8Mt in the first quarter of 2017, according to data from the Vietnam Cement Association (VNCA). The total includes 12.9Mt of domestic sales and 4.8Mt of exports sales according to the Viet Nam News newspaper. Local cement production rose by 3.8% to 14.3Mt.

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