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21st – 23rd February, 2013 Cairo, Egypt Cement and Concrete Middle East is an exhibition regarding the latest equipment, technologies and services in the cement industry. The construction boom that is going all over the world has paved the way for the development of newer methods and equipments for cementing and concreting works. At this three day event, visitors will be able to take a closer look at the products and services offered by different companies in the cementat industry and can talk directly with the exhibitors and can make a right evaluation of the products. Website: www.arabiangerman.comInternational Conference on Rehabilitation and Restoration of Structures13th-16th February, 2013 Indian Institute of Technology, Chennai, India.The extension of the useful life of infrastructure, housing and other civil engineering constructions is of major concern around the world. Due to the environment action, accidental overloads, alterations in the use or layout, and ingress of water and other harmful substances, rehabilitation is almost always necessary during the service life of a constructed facility. As our infrastructure gets older and the demand on existing structures increases, rehabilitation often overtakes new construction in the priorities of users and engineers. Further, the restoration of heritage and historic structures requires the amalgamation of archeology, materials science and engineering to achieve the desired results. This conference will provide a forum for researchers, practicing engineers, material and systems suppliers, applicators and analysts working in these areas to exchange ideas and to network. Website: www.btcm2013.iitm.ac.in8th International Conference on Fracture Mechanics of Concrete and Concrete Structures10th -14th March 2013 Univ of Castilla-La Mancha, Ciudad Real, SpainThe activities of IA-FraMCoS provide great advances on new technological development in concrete materials and concrete structures. Among the important roles of IA-FraMCoS, the primary one is to organise the international conferences on a triennial basis to communicate and compile recent advances on the related subject areas. The major topics for FraMCoS-8 include recent advances in fracture mechanics of concrete, fracture and cracking behavior of reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, high-performance, high strength concretes and FRC, advances in structural design codes, structural monitoring and assessment, repair and retrofitting, practical applications, durability and corrosion-induced cracking, interface fracture and debonding phenomena. Website: http://www.framcos8.orgUKIERI Concrete Congress 5th – 8th March 2013 Jalendar, PunjabThe Organising Committee has much pleasure in forwarding the third brochure of the Congress showing all the papers for each of the six conferences and the Registration Form. Judging from the response, the Congress is expected to be a big international event with participants coming from 40 countries. Website: www.ukiericoncretecongress.comINTERCEM3rd – 5th March 2013 CairoINTERCEM announces their return to Cairo for the MENA meeting from 3rd- 5th March 2013. Despite the political upheavals of the Arab Spring and the uncertainty that pervades much of the region, Egypt remains a vibrant and growing cement market with plans to increase production substantially over the next decade and also gives an opportunity for networking. Tel: 0020 22524 5160/161/162Email: joseph_adel@starofegypt.com

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India Sets Up First Carbon Capture Testbeds for Cement Industry

Five CCU testbeds launched to decarbonise cement production

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The Department of Science and Technology (DST) recently unveiled a pioneering national initiative: five Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds in the cement sector, forming a first-of-its-kind research and innovation cluster to combat industrial carbon emissions.
This is a significant step towards India’s Climate Action for fostering National Determined Contributions (NDCs) targets and to achieve net zero decarbonisation pathways for Industry Transition., towards the Government’s goal to achieve a carbon-neutral economy by 2070.
Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) holds significant importance in hard-to-abate sectors like Cement, Steel, Power, Oil &Natural Gas, Chemicals & Fertilizers in reducing emissions by capturing carbon dioxide from industrial processes and converting it to value add products such as synthetic fuels, Urea, Soda, Ash, chemicals, food grade CO2 or concrete aggregates. CCU provides a feasible pathway for these tough to decarbonise industries to lower their carbon footprint and move towards achieving Net Zero Goals while continuing their operations efficiently. DST has taken major strides in fostering R&D in the CCUS domain.
Concrete is vital for India’s economy and the Cement industry being one of the main hard-to-abate sectors, is committed to align with the national decarbonisation commitments. New technologies to decarbonise emission intensity of the cement sector would play a key role in achieving of national net zero targets.
Recognizing the critical need for decarbonising the Cement sector, the Energy and Sustainable Technology (CEST) Division of Department launched a unique call for mobilising Academia-Industry Consortia proposals for deployment of Carbon Capture Utilisation (CCU) in Cement Sector. This Special call envisaged to develop and deploy innovative CCU Test bed in Cement Sector with thrust on Developing CO2 capture + CO2 Utilisation integrated unit in an Industrial set up through an innovative Public Private Partnership (PPP) funding model.
As a unique initiative and one of its first kind in India, DST has approved setting up of five CCU testbeds for translational R&D, to be set up in Academia-Industry collaboration under this significant initiative of DST in PPP mode, engaging with premier research laboratories as knowledge partners and top Cement companies as the industry partner.
On the occasion of National Technology Day celebrations, on May 11, 2025 the 5 CCU Cement Test beds were announced and grants had been handed over to the Test bed teams by the Chief Guest, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology; Earth Sciences and Minister of State for PMO, Department of Atomic Energy, Department of Space, Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, Dr Jitendra Singh in the presence of Secretary DST Prof. Abhay Karandikar.
The five testbeds are not just academic experiments — they are collaborative industrial pilot projects bringing together India’s top research institutions and leading cement manufacturers under a unique Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model. Each testbed addresses a different facet of CCU, from cutting-edge catalysis to vacuum-based gas separation.
The outcomes of this innovative initiative will not only showcase the pathways of decarbonisation towards Net zero goals through CCU route in cement sector, but should also be a critical confidence building measure for potential stakeholders to uptake the deployed CCU technology for further scale up and commercialisation.
It is envisioned that through continuous research and innovation under these test beds in developing innovative catalysts, materials, electrolyser technology, reactors, and electronics, the cost of Green Cement via the deployed CCU technology in Cement Sector may considerably be made more sustainable.
Secretary DBT Dr Rajesh Gokhale, Dr Ajai Choudhary, Co-Founder HCL, Dr. Rajesh Pathak, Secretary, TDB, Dr Anita Gupta Head CEST, DST and Dr Neelima Alam, Associate Head, DST were also present at the programme organized at Dr Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi.

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JK Lakshmi Adopts EVs to Cut Emissions in Logistics

Electric vehicles deployed between JK Puram and Kalol units

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JK Lakshmi Cement, a key player in the Indian cement industry, has announced the deployment of electric vehicles (EVs) in its logistics operations. This move, made in partnership with SwitchLabs Automobiles, will see EVs transporting goods between the JK Puram Plant in Sirohi, Rajasthan, and the Kalol Grinding Unit in Gujarat.
The announcement follows a successful pilot project that showcased measurable reductions in carbon emissions while maintaining efficiency. Building on this, the company is scaling up EV integration to enhance sustainability across its supply chain.
“Sustainability is integral to our vision at JK Lakshmi Cement. Our collaboration with SwitchLabs Automobiles reflects our continued focus on driving innovation in our logistics operations while taking responsibility for our environmental footprint. This initiative positions us as a leader in transforming the cement sector’s logistics landscape,” said Arun Shukla, President & Director, JK Lakshmi Cement.
This deployment marks a significant step in aligning with India’s push for greener transport infrastructure. By embracing clean mobility, JK Lakshmi Cement is setting an example for the industry, demonstrating that environmental responsibility can go hand in hand with operational efficiency.
The company continues to embed sustainability into its operations as part of a broader goal to reduce its carbon footprint. This initiative adds to its vision of building a more sustainable and eco-friendly future.
JK Lakshmi Cement, part of the 135-year-old JK Organisation, began operations in 1982 and has grown to become a recognised name in Indian cement. With a presence across Northern, Western, and Eastern India, the company has a cement capacity of 16.5 MTPA, with a target to reach 30 MT by 2030. Its product range includes ready-mix concrete, gypsum plaster, wall putty, and autoclaved aerated fly ash blocks.

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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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