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Puneet Bansal of Bansal Cement Traders

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Dealers and stockists are the vital links between the cement industry and its customers. They are the people who are in constant touch with the end-users. They are the ‘pulse of the industry’. We bring to you the voice of the dealers and stockists, featuring their suggestions, expectations and much more, for a better tomorrow for the industry.Puneet Bansal of Bansal Cement TradersPuneet Bansal of Bansal Cement Traders is in the cement business for the last 4 years. The company is the authorized dealer of UltraTech Cement, Shree Ultra Cement, Ambuja Cement and Rock Strong Cement. The company’s area of operations is Delhi and NCR. UltraTech Cement and Shree Ultra are the largest selling brands from his company. When queried on which are the largest selling brands in his company, he replied, "OPC, PPC, white cement and slag cement sells more." He further stated that 53 grade cement was the largest selling grade in his region. The approximate proportion of institutional sales to retail sales in the region is 1:3. Elaborating on his monthly dispatch, Bansal replied, "we try not to stock cement and our monthly despatch is approximately 50,000 bags." He stated that cement companies provide transport facilities to dealers so they can concentrate on selling their products. When queried on difficulties faced by him, he stated, "many a times, we face delays in stock arrivals and the delays are caused due to maintenance at the cement plants or when the companies are going to hike the prices." Bansal further stated that the introduction of the Goods and Service Tax (GST) will have a definite impact on the trade but he was not sure of the impact.

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Holcim UK drives sustainable construction

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Holcim UK has released a report titled ‘Making Sustainable Construction a Reality,’ outlining its five-fold commitment to a greener future. The company aims to focus on decarbonisation, circular economy principles, smarter building methods, community engagement, and integrating nature. Based on a survey of 2,000 people, only 41 per cent felt urban spaces in the UK are sustainably built. A significant majority (82 per cent) advocated for more green spaces, 69 per cent called for government leadership in sustainability, and 54 per cent saw businesses as key players. Additionally, 80 per cent of respondents stressed the need for greater transparency from companies regarding their environmental practices.

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GCCA releases LCR system

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The Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) has launched the Low Carbon Ratings (LCR) system for cement and concrete, a new global rating based on products’ carbon footprints. The system uses a clear AA to G scale to help customers prioritise sustainability in material selection across construction sectors worldwide. The GCCA says that the LCR system is designed to be easily recognisable, with a simple visual graphic that indicates a product’s rating and provides consistency and comparability to other products.

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FLSmidth opens eco-friendly plant in Casablanca

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FLSmidth has inaugurated a €21 million mill liner manufacturing plant in Casablanca, covering 11,250m² with a production capacity of 6,500 tonnes annually. The LEED-certified facility significantly reduces carbon emissions by up to 56 per cent and fully recycles water used in the manufacturing process. Up to 250 jobs will be created in the Valparaíso region. Mikko Keto, CEO, highlighted the plant as a symbol of FLSmidth’s commitment to sustainable mining and community engagement in South America. Earlier in 2024, the Denmark-based company announced plans to sell its cement division to sharpen its focus on mining operations.

 

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