The IEEE-IAS\/ACA Cement Conference opened yesterday in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, with a record 1291 registered attendees from 32 countries, organisers reported at the opening session.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Conference Chair Jennifer Flemming highlighted the global reach of the event, noting participation from markets including Australia, Egypt, Peru and Brazil, and emphasised the industry-led nature of the programme. The event is \u201cdesigned 100 per cent for the cement industry, by the cement industry,\u201d she said.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s conference introduces several programme changes, including a new poster pavilion showcasing emerging technologies and applied research, alongside an expanded schedule featuring two-and-a-half days of technical content. Organisers have also replaced early-morning roundtables with later \u201ccement mixer\u201d sessions aimed at encouraging greater participation and networking.<\/p>\n
Monica Manolas, recently-elected chair of the American Cement Association, used her address to call for stronger policy support for the sector, including recognition of cement as a \u201ccritical material\u201d for national security and infrastructure. She said streamlined regulation and improved permitting would support investment, supply chain resilience and sustainability across the industry.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\n
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