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Credit Suisse expects better prospect for cement firms

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In the next two years, prospect of cement companies may improve as supply pressure eases and demand rises, a research report by Credit Suisse shows.

Cement firms have been battling supply glut because of excess capacity, which was built in anticipation of strong demand from the infrastructure projects.

But the infrastructure development slowed down considerably (thanks to the policy paralysis of the government coupled with corruption and global slowdown) and demand failed to match the rise in supply.

But the report expects the cement upcycle to continue at least for the next two years with accretive price increases leading to margin expansion. Capacity additions should peak out in 2013-14 and production discipline should imply a recovering 2013-14 and a stronger 2014-15, the report notes.

The higher outlay announced in the recent Union Budget for rural infrastructure development may improve demand foe cement, the report notes. The budget raised allocation for Prime Minister’s Rural Roads Programme (PMGSY) and rural housing (Indira Awas Yojna).

Credit Suisse expects ACC and Grasim to outperform in the next 12 months while it is neutral on UltraTech Cement and Ambuja Cement. None of the south-based cement companies were covered in the report though.

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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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