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Cemex Latam Holdings supports in 100,000 Floors to Play initiative
10 September 2024Latin America/Caribbean: Cemex Latam Holdings has partnered with Habitat for Humanity and the Inter-American Cement Federation (FICEM) to participate in the 100,000 Floors to Play initiative. The project aims to replace 100,000 homes’ dirt floors with concrete floors across the region by 2028. Cemex Latam Holdings’ existing concrete flooring programme in Colombia has already transformed 30Mm2 of living space.
Cemex CEO Fernando Gonzalez Olivieri said "We are committed to creating a positive and lasting impact in communities around the world. We are proud to be part of this initiative that could improve the lives of thousands of families."
Sika acquires Vinaldom
02 August 2024Dominican Republic: Sika has acquired concrete admixtures, fibres, adhesives and sealants producer Vinaldom. Nasdaq News has reported that the deal brings Sika into possession of its first plant in the Dominican Republic and its sixth in the Caribbean. The group says that the integration of Vinaldom offers ‘significant’ cross-selling opportunities.
Americas regional manager Mike Campion said "With Vinaldom, we will be able to serve and supply our customers in the Dominican Republic even better. The increased access to a broader customer base, supported by local manufacturing, will contribute to further expansion in the Dominican market. We warmly welcome the Vinaldom employees to the Sika team and look forward to growing our business together.”