At the World Cement Association’s annual conference the WCA Director, Emir Adiguzel addressed the global cement industry to outline the challenges and opportunities facing the global cement industry.
The conference held in Nanjing, had industry leaders, innovators and stakeholders in attendance to discuss the future of cement production and sustainability. The WCAA director emphasised on the cement industry’s stern commitment to sustainability; spoke about the global cement demand and market dynamics, projecting a period of stagnation from 2024-2030 with growth expected only in the Middle east, India and Africa; about the challenges and opportunities in carbon capture technology hat show promise but will need further development and substantial investment as well as about the strategic initiatives and collaboration within the industry in improving sustainability and operational performance.
Adiguzel concluded his address by highlighting the crucial point where the global cement industry stands by saying “Collaboration within the World Cement Association is essential for sharing knowledge and aligning on long-term objectives. Ensuring the industry’s resilience and adaptation to evolving market dynamics is crucial for the survival of independent cement producers”.