UK: The Mineral Products Association (MPA) has promoted Martin Casey to the role of Senior Director for Cement and Lime, succeeding Diana Casey (no relation), who will leave the organisation in April 2026 for a new role.
Martin Casey previously worked at Cemex for more than 20 years, most recently as Director for Communications, Public Affairs and Social Impact. He joined the MPA as a consultant in 2025 to support the association’s engagement with the government as it increases calls for policy action to address competitiveness challenges facing the UK cement sector.
Casey said “UK cement and lime are at a turning point. We’re up against some difficult challenges, but we also have an opportunity to secure a sustainable domestic industry that supports growth, national resilience and the transition to net zero. We need to continue championing both sectors and to make the case for fair and competitive conditions. Diana has done excellent work to highlight the issues, and I look forward to picking up the mantle, working with members and colleagues to ensure that UK cement and lime thrive in the long term, and to remind policymakers that both are indispensable to our shared ambitions.”
Chris Leese, executive chair of the MPA, said “At a time when UK cement and lime need a clear, confident voice, Martin is exceptionally well placed to build on the important work done by Diana and lead our efforts, support our members and help secure the future of a strong, competitive and sustainable domestic industry. On behalf of the MPA and our members, I would also like to thank Diana for her work advancing the interests of our sector over the past 15 years. She has been a brilliant colleague and friend to many and we wish her well in her future career.”
