Construction markets in Latin America present a positive outlook with growth in infrastructural projects and increase in cement demand. CMT’s Latin America CemenTrade conference, to be held in Rio de Janeiro, on the 27 and 28 October 2011, will spotlight on the optimistic cement market outlook in Latin America and touch upon the challenges faced by the industry. Latin America CemenTrade will have investors, raw material suppliers and traders from cement companies explore the cement demand in Peru, residential and commercial projects in Colombia and the upbeat market growth in Brazil, which will host the World Cup in 2014 and Olympic Games in 2016.
Participants will also hear opportunities in markets potential in Peru, Colombia and Mexico. Plus, panelists from Davy, TBS do Brasil and Rodolatina Logistica S.A. will offer insights into the global market outlook, freight rates projection and logistical challenges faced by the cement industry in Latin America. Presenting their perspectives on energy savings solution, cost efficient plant implementation experience, carbon initiatives & trade opportunities in Brazil are PEG SA, IMSACOL – Ingenieria y Mantenimiento S.A.S and WayCarbon Brazil. While Banco BBM SA and Excend Capital Group will look into the economic performance in Latin America, as well as financing options available for investment.
This event is expected to be attended by executives from international/regional cement companies, ready-mix concrete companies, building materials companies, construction analysts, project financiers, shipping companies, technology providers and many more.