Connect with us

Concrete

World Cement Association Founder Director to be star speaker at Indian Cement Review Conference 2023 at 14th Cement EXPO, Delhi

Published

2 years ago

on

Shares

Founder Director, World Cement Association, at Indian Cement Review 2023.

  • The 3-in-1 event – comprising Indian Cement Review (ICR) Conference, Awards and Cement EXPO 2023 scheduled on 14-15th December 2023 at Manekshaw Centre in Delhi – is expected to attract cement industry captains, plant heads, over 100 exhibitors and more than 5,000 quality visitors.
  • Participants of the event can gain immensely from the wisdom and global vision of Ali Emir Adiguzel, who was former Global CEO of Heidelberg Cement Group and has a remarkable global experience of over 30 years in international business and visionary leadership.

Mumbai

Ali Emir Adiguzel, Founder & Director of World Cement Association (WCA), will be the keyword speaker at Indian Cement Review (ICR) Conference 2023, which will be held from December 14-15, 2023, at Manekshaw Center, New Delhi. The event – comprising Cement EXPO 2023, ICR Conference & Awards – is organised by FIRST Construction Council (an infrastructure think tank) and Indian Cement Review (ICR), India’s leading cement publication that has been serving the industry for the last 38 years.

Welcoming Ali Emir Adiguzel, Pratap Padode, Founder & President, FIRST Construction Council, said, “We are happy and proud to have Mr Ali Emir Adiguzel, a visionary leader in the global cement industry, as the keynote speaker at the 9th Indian Cement Review Conference, which will address the cement industry’s ambitions to deliver sustainable, low-carbon cement. His presence at the event, which will be held concurrently with 14th Cement EXPO 2023, will be of immense value to the Indian cement industry, as companies gear up for expansion to meet the growing demand and prepare themselves for the future.”

The Chairman of ACG Consultancy Group, the founder and director of the World Cement Association, Adiguzel is former Global CEO, Heidelberg Cement Group from 2007-2020: where he played a pivotal role in the group’s international expansion and strategic development.

He has led mid to large-sized industrial organisations in the heavy building construction materials sector, such as cement and concrete, with special expertise in international trade, sales and procurement of raw materials. Emir Adiguzel’s expansive professional network spans across 61 countries, offering international business development opportunities through trade deals and successful overseas mergers and acquisitions.

The event is seeing the participation of cement companies like Ultratech, JSW Cement, Dalmia Bharat, Star Cement, JK Cement, JK Lakshmi Cement, Shree Cement, Wonder Cement, Birla Corporation, My Home Industries, Shree Digvijay Cement, Sagar Cement among others. The 3-in-in event is supported by Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India (GoI). With over 100 exhibitors, Cement EXPO (along with ICR Conference & Awards) is expected to attract more than 5,000 quality visitors.

The 9th Indian Cement Review Conference and Cement EXPO 2023, with the theme of “Driving Sustainability Through Technology”, will bring together the cement manufacturers, technology/equipment providers and other key stakeholders (like policy makers, building & construction companies, project vendors, etc) under one roof to explore the possibility of the carbon-neutral growth path for the industry. Taking the sustainability agenda forward for the Indian cement industry, Indian Cement Review Conference and Cement EXPO 2023 will discuss how companies can take steps towards decarbonisation across business value chain – from procurement to manufacturing to distribution & logistics.  

Sponsors include ATS Conveyors, ABB, Murugappa Group, TIDC, IKN Engineering among others. Exhibitors showcasing their latest technologies include: Rockwell Automation, Bosch Rexroth, Danfoss Drive, Taiheiyo Engineering Corporation, Elann Drive & Automation Pvt Ltd, Shanthi Gears, Diamond Group, Kanodia Cement Limited, Verder Scientific Pvt Ltd, Ringfeder Power, Singhania Systems, Elektromag Devices Pvt Ltd, Pentol Germany and several others.

For more information on Cement EXPO 2023, you can reach out to Mr Sujoy Gomes (on Mob: 86577 95881; and email: Sujoy.G@asappinfoglobal.com).

Related Topics:
Continue Reading

Concrete

India Sets Up First Carbon Capture Testbeds for Cement Industry

Five CCU testbeds launched to decarbonise cement production

Published

2 weeks ago

on

May 21, 2025

By

Shares



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.

Continue Reading

Concrete

JK Lakshmi Adopts EVs to Cut Emissions in Logistics

Electric vehicles deployed between JK Puram and Kalol units

Published

2 weeks ago

on

May 21, 2025

By

Shares



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.

Continue Reading

Concrete

Holcim UK drives sustainable construction

Published

3 weeks ago

on

May 13, 2025

By

Shares



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.

Image source:holcim

Continue Reading

Trending News

SUBSCRIBE TO THE NEWSLETTER

 

Don't miss out on valuable insights and opportunities to connect with like minded professionals.

 

    This will close in 0 seconds