In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor, David Bizley is joined by Nicolas Pato, Team Leader for Industrial Tests & Implementation at Heidelberg Materials’ Global Research & Development and Innovation division.
David and Nicolas review Heidelberg Materials’ ReConcrete programme. They explore the origins of the programme, the technologies involved, the impact on carbon footprints, and what the future holds in store.
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In the World Cement Podcast’s final episode for 2025, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Imran Akram of IA Cement to review the state of the market over the course of the year and consider what’s in store for the industry in 2026.
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This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.
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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, David Bizley is joined by Thomas Guillot, Chief Executive of the GCCA to discuss the state of the cement industry’s progress towards net zero and the findings of their recent Net Zero Action and Progress Report 2025/6.
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This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.
Find out more at cemai.com
In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, David Bizley is joined by Scott Ziegler, CEO of CemAI to explore the role of AI & ML in the cement industry. This episode covers everything from changes in the control room, to dispelling fears around personnel replacement, and exploring the importance of adequate cybersecurity.
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This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.
Find out more at cemai.com
In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Paul Monaghan, Head of Sustainability at Mannok, joins Senior Editor, David Bizley, to explore Mannok’s acquisition by Çimsa, the company’s approach to sustainability and decarbonisation, and the unique challenges and opportunities posed by operating on the island of Ireland.
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This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by CemAI and their new process optimisation solution: CemAI Process Optimiser. Combining the power of AI & Machine Learning with cement-specific expertise, CemAI Process Optimiser enables a step-change in production volumes, energy efficiency and consistent quality output.
Find out more at cemai.com
In this special joint episode of the World Cement Podcast and Cementing Europe’s Future, Senior Editor David Bizley is once again joined by Koen Coppelholle, CEO of Cement Europe (formerly CEMBUREAU). The two discuss the reasons behind the rebrand, a new action plan for cement, and the future of the industry.
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This episode of the World Cement Podcast is sponsored by EnviroTech 2026.
Join industry leaders, technical experts, analysts, and other stakeholders on 15 – 18 March 2026 to discuss the latest technologies, processes and policies being deployed at the forefront of the cement industry’s decarbonisation efforts.
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The World Cement Podcast welcomes Dr Katherine Romanak of the University of Texas at Austin for a deep dive into the topic of geological CO2 storage – the processes involved both above and below ground, the challenges and opportunities, and what (not) to worry about!
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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Mike Ireland, President and CEO of the ACA or American Cement Association.
Listen in as Mike and David dive into a range of topics, including:
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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, we are joined by Antonio Carrillo, Vice President for Sustainability at Holcim. Tune in to hear a discussion covering everything from CCUS to the circular economy.
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Sayak Datta, Partner at Roland Berger joins the World Cement Podcast to dive into the details of a recent report highlighting five must-win themes for Southeast Asian cement producers – covering everything from sales to sustainability.
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Dr Diana Casey, Executive Director of the Mineral Products Association joins the World Cement Podcast to explore the role of CCS in decarbonising UK cement industry. In this episode, we cover the challenges, opportunities, the role of government, and take a look at some of the exciting projects on the horizon.
Our guest for this episode of the World Cement Podcast is Alfredo Carrato, Venture Capital Advisor for CEMEX Ventures. Listen in to the conversation as World Cement’s Senior Editor, David Bizley, and Alfredo discuss the role of venture capital and cleantech in enabling the cement industry’s green transition.
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In this special joint episode of the World Cement Podcast, and Cementing Europe’s future, the podcast of CEMBUREAU, David Bizley, Senior Editor of World Cement is joined by Koen Coppenholle, CEO of CEMBUREAU, for a deep dive into the Clean Industrial Deal and a discussion of what it means for the European cement industry.
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In this episode of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Álvaro Lorenz Global Director of Sustainability, Institutional Relations, Product Development, Engineering and Energy at Votorantim Cimentos.
Listen in as David and Álvaro explore Votorantim’s decarbonisation journey, exploring highlights, discussing milestones, and looking ahead to future developments.
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In Episode 5 of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Eoin Condren, Corporate Development Executive Director for Ecocem. Topics covered include: the importance of investing in innovation, the role of policy and legislation in supporting next generation cement products, and a look at some exciting new technologies.
In Episode 4 of the World Cement Podcast, Senior Editor David Bizley is joined by Dr Andrew Minson of the GCCA to discuss:
In Episode 3 of the World Cement Podcast, Alfie Lloyd-Perks sits down with Christopher Ashworth, President of FLSmidth Cement, for a discussion covering: the journey to decarbonisation, the importance of partnerships and collaboration, the role of digitalisation, and more...
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Tune into Episode 2 of the World Cement podcast to hear the second half of the CCUS-focused panel discussion from EnviroTech 2024.
This episode includes the second half of the discussion and features insights from:
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With EnviroTech 2025 just around the corner, this first episode of the World Cement podcast takes a look back at the CCUS-focused Panel Discussion from last year’s show.
This episode includes the first half of the panel discussion and features insights from:
Stay tuned for the second half of the discussion coming up in Episode 2.
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