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Amjad Waqar has hands-on experience of conducting and leading several due diligence procedures and acquisitions, as well as of handling post-acquisition processes, especially in the cement sector. In this article he explains the importance of due diligence and why it is required, discusses key areas of due diligence and highlights the key points in due diligence reports.

Dalmia Cement’s vision is ‘To be a leader in building materials and evoke pride in all stakeholders through customer centricity, innovation, sustainability and our values.’ It’s for this reason that we are playing a leading role in the global low-carbon transition. At Dalmia Cement, we have embraced this shift as we gear up to unlock innovation and create a sustainable, carbon-negative business of the future.

Dr Geo J Nesbitt, CEO at Verditek, looks at how Regenerative Froth Contactor (RFC) technology can reduce emissions in cement production, easing the burden commonly associated with mandatory carbon footprint reduction...

Large flows of hard and abrasive dust particles are typical in all mining and mineral processing applications. This dust type rapidly wears out filter media, leading to frequent maintenance or, worse, filter leaks. Without effective dust emission control, equipment, processes, employees and the environment are put at risk and the plant’s production can be halted. As a global leader in filtration solutions, Donaldson offers a quick dive into dust filtration during cement production...