A new wave of government housing projects in China this year will likely boost the demand for cement, helping to absorb the countrys additional capacities.
Further, major upcoming construction projects in Sri Lanka, Russia and CIS may signal a return to growth for cement markets in these regions, a press release on 13th Asia Cementrade--scheduled on 31 March to 1 April 2011 in Shanghai--said.
The event is designed specifically to provide insights into how Asias cement sector is expected to unfold this year and the key markets influencing global trade movement, said a press release.
The conference will also turn the spotlight on latest developments in Chinas cement industry. Key highlights include a paper by Mr. Sun Kefang, Director, Ministry of Housing and Urban – Rural Development of China, who will providing an overview into the expected outlook for Chinas construction sector.
Addressing the challenges and opportunities for Chinese cement producers in the coming year is China Union Cement Company, with details on the rebounding East China market, export capacity & trade issues, as well as future industry trends.
Rounding up the focus on China will be China Development Strategy Institute for Building Materials Industry, analyzing the shifts in policy for Chinas cement & building materials industry and plans to develop an inland cement industry.