Cement
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Business profile

The Cement Business produces a wide range of cements, hydraulic binders and limes for construction, renovation and public works. Lafarge is the world co-leader in this sector. In 2009, the Cement Business accounted for 60% of the Group's turnover.

A strong international presence

In 2009, the Cement Business:

  • accounted for 9.5 billion euros in turnover, 69% of which was in high-growth emerging economies,
  • employed 46,468 people in 48 countries,
  • had 160 production sites, including 120 cement plants.

Cement

Cement is a hydraulic bonding agent which is obtained by heating, then grinding, a mixture of limestone and clay. Most cements are made from clinker and additives and are usually used in the form of a powder. Cement sets when mixed with water. Combined with sand and aggregates (sand or gravel), it turns into rock-hard concrete or mortar.

Geographical breakdown of Cement Business sales (12/31/2009)

Geographical breakdown of Cement Business sales (12/31/2009)

Geographical breakdown of Cement Business employees (12/31/2009)

Geographical breakdown of Cement Business employees (12/31/2009)

The Cement Business is located in 48 countries (12/31/2009)

The Cement Business is located in 48 countries (12/31/2009)

Last update on 04/15/2010

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Cement

Manufacturing process

Know more about the Group's businesses in flash animation. From the extraction of raw materials to the firing and the shipment, follow every step in the process...