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Day: August 13, 2026

Starstone, Ashtrom Sign Cooperation Agreement for Cement Technology

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Starstone Biomaterials and Ashtrom Industries have signed an industrial cooperation agreement to evaluate innovative biogenic cement technology. Under the agreement, Ashtrom Industries will evaluate the material’s performance and its potential integration into its operations, subject to compliance with regulatory standards and obtaining the required approvals. Starstone Biomaterials is a deep-tech company developing the next generation of cement production. The company’s proprietary process utilizes…

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Votorantim Cimentos North American Revenue Up 6%

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Votorantim Cimentos

Votorantim Cimentos ended the second quarter of 2026 with global net revenue of R$8.2 billion, a 16% increase, excluding the effect of changes in foreign exchange rates, compared to the same period of the previous year.  This performance reflects the positive evolution of volumes and prices in relevant markets, highlighting the company’s resilience despite the challenging macroeconomic environment, the company…

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USGS: February Cement Shipments Increase

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According to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), total shipments of portland and blended cement, including imports, in the United States and Puerto Rico in February 2026 were an estimated 6.80 million metric tons (Mt), an 11.3% increase from shipments in February 2025. Shipments for the year through February totaled an estimated 12.8 Mt, a 7.5% increase from those for the…

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