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14th Cement EXPO 2023
December 14, 2023 @ 9:30 AM - December 15, 2023 @ 4:30 PM
Cement EXPO 2023 – India’s cement industry, the second largest in the world, will add 80-100 million tonnes (mt) of capacity by 2024-25 (FY25), driven by increased spending on housing and infrastructure. Input costs which have hurt the bottomlines are beginning to cool down. Consolidation continues as strategic moves are made by corporates. And yet the biggest innovation efforts are directed towards decarbonisation and logistics. Procurement therefore will undergo some shift and so will logistics.
ABOUT CEMENT EXPO 2023
India’s largest and only cement magazine, the 38-year-old Indian Cement Review magazine is scheduled to host the 14th Cement EXPO 2023 on 14th and 15th December in Delhi. The co-located 9th Indian Cement Review Conference will address the cement industry’s ambitions to deliver sustainable, low-carbon cement, in line with the 2030 carbon reduction targets, while navigating the major economic forces impacting businesses at present.
Cement EXPO 2023 Agenda (14-Dec-2023)
9:30 am – 10:00 am
REGISTRATION
10:05 am – 10:25 am
Walk through the exhibition
10:25 am – 10:30 am
Lamp Lighting
- Mr Emir Adiguzel, Founder & Director, World Cement Association
- Dr Vibha Dhawan, DG, TERI
- Mr Sanjay Pant, Deputy DG, Bureau of Indian Standards
- Dr LP Singh, Director General, National Council for Cement & Building Material
- Mr Neeraj Akhoury, President, Cement Manufacturers’ Association
- Mr Kaustubh Phadke, India Head, Global Cement & Concrete Association
10:30 am – 10:40 am
Welcome Note
Pratap Padode, Founder, FIRST Construction Council
10:40 am – 10:50 am
Guest Of Honour
Dr Vibha Dhawan, Director General, TERI
10:50 am – 11:00 am
Guest Of Honour
Mr Sanjay Pant, Deputy Director General, Bureau of Indian Standards
11:00 am – 11:10 am
Special Address
Mr Neeraj Akhoury, President, Cement Manufacturers’ Association
11:10 am – 11:30 am
Keynote Address
Driving sustainability in Indian Cement Industry – Mr Ali Emir Adiguzel, Founder & Director, World Cement Association
11:30 am – 11:45 am
Coffee/ Tea Break
Transforming the Cement Industry through Sustainable Technology
11:45 am – 11:55 am
PARTNER PRESENTATION – FLENDER DRIVES
11:55 am – 12:50 pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
Driving sustainability: Challenges and opportunities in cement industry
The panel will provide valuable insights into the transformative power of sustainable technology in the cement industry and highlight the importance of collaboration, innovation, and knowledge sharing to drive the industry towards a more sustainable future.
- Challenges in Implementing Sustainable Technologies
- Collaboration for Accelerating Sustainable Technology Adoption
- Beyond 2030: Supportive policy framework & investing in research and development
MODERATOR
- Kaustubh Phadke, Director General, Global Cement & Concrete Association
SPEAKERS
- Mr Aashish Maheshwari, Associate Business Director, Evonik India Pvt.Ltd
- Manoj Rustagi, EVP & CSO, JSW Cement
- Saurabh Palsania, Jt President, Shree Cement
- Sameer Bharadwaj – Head Manufacturing Excellence, JK Cement
- Soundararaj Naveenthakrishna – General Manager, IKN Engineering
12:50 pm – 01:00 pm
PARTNER PRESENTATION – GEBR PFEIFFER
01:00 pm – 02:00 pm
LUNCH
Alternative Materials and Technologies
02:00 pm – 02:20 pm
TECHNICAL PAPER
Alternative Raw Materials and Supplementary Cementitious Materials
- Dr. SB Hegde, Prof Jain University & Visiting Professor Pennsylvania State University, USA
02:20 pm – 02:30 pm
PARTNER PRESENTATION – ATS CONVEYORS
02:30 am – 03:30 pm
PANEL DISCUSSION
Exploring Alternative Materials and Technologies for Sustainable Cement Manufacturing
This engaging session will bring together industry leaders, sustainability experts, and technology providers will come together to explore the vast potential of alternative materials in cement production. We will delve into the latest advancements in supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), industrial by-products, and waste materials, uncovering their properties, benefits, and challenges.
- Explore their properties, benefits, and challenges in their utilization
- Clinker reduction, low-carbon binders, alternative fuels, and resource-efficient practices enabling sustainable manufacturing
- The current level of adoption and acceptance of alternative materials and technologies in the cement industry
- Technical feasibility and economic viability of utilizing alternative materials and technologies in cement manufacturing
Moderator
- Shailesh Agrawal, Executive Director, BMTPC (Building Materials & Technology Promotion Council)
SPEAKERS
- Ashwani Pahuja, Former Dalmia Bharat Chief Sustainability Officer
- KN Rao, My Home Industries
- Bibekanand Mohapatra, Advisor & Consultant, CMO-Cell, Ultratech
03:30 pm – 03:45 pm
BREAK
Circular Economy Practices in Cement Production
03:45 pm – 04:05 pm
TECHNICAL PAPER
Circular Economy Practices in Cement Production
- Mr. Ulhas Parlikar, Global Consultant (Strategies for Waste Management, Circular Economy, Policy Advocacy, AFRs & Co-processing), Formerly with ACC Ltd
04:05 pm – 04:15 pm
PARTNER PRESENTATION – Loesche India
04:15 pm – 04:35 pm
Role of CCUS in decarbonising Indian Cement Industry
- Dr LP Singh, Director General, National Council for Cement & Building Material
04:35 pm
End of DAY 1
Agenda (15-Dec-2023)
9:30 am – 10:15 am
REGISTRATION
10:15 am – 10:20 am
WELCOME NOTE & RECAP of DAY 1
Transforming with Technology and Automation
10:20 am – 10:30 am
PARTNER PRESENTATION – TAIHEIYO Engineering Corporation
10:30 am – 11:30 am
PANEL DISCUSSION
Revolutionizing Cement Manufacturing: Technology and Automation
In the ever-evolving landscape of cement production, technology and automation have emerged as catalysts for transformation. This session delves into the latest innovations and practices that are reshaping the cement industry, enhancing efficiency and sustainability.
- From cutting-edge machinery to data-driven automation: Unravel the impact of AI, IoT, and advanced robotics, shedding light on how these technologies optimize processes, reduce costs, and improve safety.
- Automation in cement plants: Discussing real-world case studies and best practices
- Equipping industry with the tools needed to navigate the future of cement production
Moderator
- Himanshu Ghawri, Partner, PwC
SPEAKERS
- Durgamadhab Mohanty, Sr VP, Birla Corporation
- Vimal Kumar Jain, Technical Director, Heidelberg Cement
- Hemantkumar Aiyer, VP and Head R&D, Nuvoco Vistas Corp Ltd
- Arun Attri, CIO, Wonder Cement Limited
- Bernd Henrich. Area Manager HQ, Gebr Pfeiffer TIDC/ Murugappa Group
- Shiv Shubhang Mathur, Business Unit Head, TIDC (Murugappa Group)
- Manish Chordia, Regional Sales Manager- Cement, South Asia & Africa, ABB India Ltd
11:30 am – 11:40 am
PARTNER PRESENTATION – ISGEC
11:40 am – 12:00 am
BREAK (20 mins)
CEMENT LEADERS PANEL
12:00 pm – 01:05 pm
Future Trends and Innovations in Cement Industry: A Sustainability Outlook
A highly anticipated panel discussion featuring CEOs of leading cement companies who will share their insights on the future trends and innovations in the cement industry from a sustainability perspective. This session promises to offer valuable perspectives on the way forward and shape the industry’s sustainable future.
- Strategies for integrating sustainability into core business operations, fostering collaboration, and creating shared value for stakeholders
- Innovative approaches, such as carbon capture and utilization, alternative fuels, and renewable energy integration, to reduce carbon emissions and achieve climate targets
- Harnessing the power of data analytics, artificial intelligence, and robotics to enhance efficiency, optimize operations, and minimize environmental impact.
- Strategies for promoting responsible procurement, green building certifications, and fostering partnerships across the construction value chain
MODERATOR
- Sumit Banerjee, Chairman Editorial Board, Indian Cement Review
SPEAKERS
- Arun Shukla, President & Director, JK Lakshmi Cement
- Naveen Kumar, Director, Udaipur Cement Works
- Pankaj Kejriwal, Executive Director, Star Cement
- Shailendra Kumar Gupta, Chief Operating Officer & Cluster Head-North Zone, Ultratech
- Nilesh Narwekar, CEO, JSW Cement Ltd
- Sanjiv Garg, Secretary General, The Chartered Institute of Logistics & Transport and Managing Director, Pipavav Rail Corporation
01:05 pm – 01:15 pm
PARTNER PRESENTATION – KHD HUMBOLDT
01:15 pm – 02:30 pm
LUNCH
7th INDIAN CEMENT REVIEW AWARDS
02:30 pm – 02:35 pm
Lamp Lighting
- Sh. Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce, Government of India
- Ms. Mukta Shekhar, Govt Nominee Director, Joint Secretary, Ministry of Heavy Industries, Cement Corporation of India, Government of India
- Mr Emir Adiguzel, Founder & Director, World Cement Association
- Lt General Raghu Srinivasan, Director General, Border Roads Organisation
- Mr Jaxay Shah, Chairperson, Quality Council of India
02:35 pm – 02:40 pm
Welcome address
Pratap Padode, Founder & President FIRST Construction Council
02:40 pm – 02:45 pm
Jury Felicitation & Launch of Indian Cement Review Annual issue
02:45 pm – 03:15 pm
Awards Presentation
03:15 pm – 03:30 pm
GUESTS OF HONOUR – KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Sh. Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Govt of India
03:30 pm – 04:00 pm
GUESTS OF HONOUR
Lt General Raghu Srinivasan VSM, Director General, Border Roads Organisation
04:30 pm
