WORLD CEMENT ASSOCIATION WELCOMES THREE NEW DIRECTORS

The World Cement Association (WCA) announced recently that it has appointed three new directors: Fabien Charbonnel, CEO of Cem’In’Eu, Xu Gang, chairperson of Maweni Limestone, VP and head of the overseas area of the Huaxin Cement Co Ltd, parent company of Maweni Limestone, and Kevin Lunney, COO of Mannok Holdings DAC. The appointments were agreed by a unanimous vote at a WCA general assembly meeting.

In addition, both Mohammed Ali Al-Garni, CEO of Saudi Cement and Roland van Wijnen, CEO of PPC Ltd, were reelected to the board of directors.

The WCA also announced the resignation of two longstanding directors, Vincent Lefebvre, founder and executive chairperson of Cem’In’Eu and Mahendra Singhi, MD and CEO of Dalmia Cement, who joined the WCA board in 2019 and 2020 respectively. Both their knowledge and experience of the industry have been crucial to the professional running and achievements of the association.

“I’m pleased to welcome Fabien Charbonnel, Xu Gang and Kevin Lunney to the board and I look forward to their added support in guiding both our members and industry as we tackle the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead,” said Ian Riley, the WCA’s CEO.

During his address to the general assembly attendees, WCA president Song Zhiping said: “In 2023, the world economy and the industry will encounter challenges and uncertainties in pursuit of development. In the face of intricate and complex circumstances, the WCA will continue to contribute its strength and wisdom, provide support and services to its members and stakeholders, and promote the sustainable development of the industry.”

Additional agenda highlights included a welcome address from Cui Xingtai, chairperson of the WCA, a report on the association’s 2022 activities, updates from its committees and networks, and presentations on the outlook for the cement industry in 2023 from Emir Adiguzel, WCA director.

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