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San Miguel backs out from Holcim Philippines takeover

By Ian Nicolas Cigaral | May 11, 2020 - 3:25pm

The supposed buyout did not win the approval of anti-trust regulators who were wary of San Miguel's growing presence in the...

Business

Cement makers build up sales in 2015

February 4, 2016 - 9:00am

The cement business in the country further firmed up last year behind favorable conditions that encouraged construction activities nationwide.

Business

Holcim launches new mobile app

January 15, 2016 - 12:00am

Construction solutions company Holcim Philippines Inc. recently launched its new HolcimConnect mobile app that guides builders 24/7 on how to save on cost and time in construction and give consumers access to a sales...

Real Estate

Cement sales up 18.6% in Q3

By Louise Maureen Simeon | November 3, 2015 - 9:00am

Cement sales grew by nearly a fifth in the third quarter from a year ago on the back of increased consumer spending, the Cement Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (CeMAP) said.

Business

Philconstruct 2015 sets record attendance

October 30, 2015 - 12:00am

Philconstruct, the premier trade exhibit for the country’s construction industry, registered a record 71,378 visitors during the recent four-day event held in three massive venues – the SMX Convention...

Real Estate

Holcim profit more than doubles in Q3

October 29, 2015 - 10:00am

Listed construction materials company Holcim Philippines Inc. reported a more than two-fold jump in its third quarter profit on the back of sustained activity despite the rainy season.

Business

Holcim set to expand market

By Iris Gonzales | August 5, 2015 - 10:00am

Local cement maker Holcim Philippines Inc. plans to expand its market and offer a wider range of construction solutions following its acquisition of Lafarge Republic Inc.’s Star Terminal in Manila and its aggregates...

Business

Cement sales surge 11% in H1

July 28, 2015 - 10:00am

Cement sales surged in the first six months of the year behind robust construction activities in the country, the Cement Manufacturers Association of the Philippines (CeMAP) said.

Business

Local cement players have edge in responsiveness, says CeMAP

February 27, 2015 - 12:00am

As the Asean economic integration draws closer, the Philippine cement industry’s aftermarket service infrastructure has been identified as a key competitive advantage compared to importers from abroad.

Business

Cement firms expand capacity to meet global demand

June 23, 2014 - 12:00am

The combined production capacity of local cement makers can sufficiently meet the rising demand of the domestic market.

Business