# Construction Chemicals and Adhesives Canonical URL: https://chemexworld.com/en/categories/sectors/construction-chemicals-and-adhesives ## Latest Articles - [Çimko Prepares to Build New Integrated Cement Plant in Aleppo](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/cimko-prepares-to-build-new-integrated-cement-plant-in-aleppo.md): Çimko, a building materials subsidiary of SANKO Holding, is launching an integrated cement plant investment of up to $200 million in Aleppo, Syria. Marking the first Turkish integrated cement manufacturing investment in... - [Saint-Gobain Brings Sustainable Construction Talks to Turkey](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/saint-gobain-brings-sustainable-construction-talks-to-turkey.md): Saint-Gobain brings its global thought leadership initiative, "Sustainable Construction Talks," to Turkey for the first time. Taking place at Divan Kuruçeşme on October 9, 2026, the high-level summit will assemble promin... - [ÇEİS Publishes New Guide on Rewarding and Recognition in OHS Culture](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/ceis-publishes-new-guide-on-rewarding-and-recognition-in-ohs-culture.md): The Cement Industry Employers' Association (ÇEİS) has released the "Rewarding and Recognition Guide in OHS Culture," developed from the empirical outcomes of its sectoral Occupational Health and Safety Culture Analysis.... - [Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals Secures Foundations with PREPRUFE®](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/saint-gobain-construction-chemicals-secures-foundations-with-preprufe.md): Developed through GCP’s 50+ years of global expertise under Saint-Gobain, the PREPRUFE® waterproofing system protects residential, civic, and industrial foundations against structural water ingress using "Zero Lateral Wa... - [Kalekim Posts TL 2.97 Billion in Q2 2026 Net Sales](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kalekim-posts-tl-297-billion-in-q2-2026-net-sales.md): Turkey’s construction chemicals leader Kalekim reported TL 2.97 billion in Q2 net sales with a 41% gross margin, totaling TL 5.3 billion for H1 2026 while fulfilling its 2030 emission target five years early. - [TÜRKÇİMENTO: ETS to Accelerate Green Industrial Transition](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/turkcimento-ets-to-accelerate-green-industrial-transition.md): TÜRKÇİMENTO CEO Volkan Bozay noted that the newly enacted ETS Regulation presents an opportunity for industrial competitiveness, emphasizing the necessity of reinvesting carbon revenues into decarbonization and securing... - [A New Retrofitting Approach for Existing Buildings](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/a-new-retrofitting-approach-for-existing-buildings.md): With approximately 6 million at-risk units across Turkey's building stock, seismic retrofitting stands out as a viable engineering alternative. Full-scale tests conducted by the fischer Group and Purdue University demons... - [1,513 Professionals Certified in the Cement Industry Through ÇESBEM](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/1513-professionals-certified-in-the-cement-industry-through-cesbem.md): Established in 2012 by the Cement Industry Employers' Association (ÇEİS), ÇESBEM has examined 1,929 candidates in line with national occupational standards. Following the assessment processes, 1,513 individuals qualified... - [Çimsa Boosts Turkey's Industrial Power, Tripling Its CAC Capacity in Two Years](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/cimsa-boosts-turkeys-industrial-power-tripling-its-cac-capacity-in-two-years.md): Sabancı Group subsidiary Çimsa has commissioned its new Calcium Aluminate Cement (CAC) production line at its Mersin plant. Backed by a $31.8 million capital layout, the investment scales Çimsa’s total annual CAC clinker... - [Kaleseramik Brings Its "Living Spaces" Retail Concept to Baku](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kaleseramik-brings-its-living-spaces-retail-concept-to-baku.md): Kaleseramik, a prominent manufacturer in the Turkish building materials sector, has scaled its retail transformation setup into Azerbaijan. Operating as the brand's strategic regional anchor since 1994, the fully re-engi... - [Çimko’s 2024 Sustainability Report Ranked Among the World's Best](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/cimkos-2024-sustainability-report-ranked-among-the-worlds-best.md): Çimko's 2024 Sustainability Report has been honored with the Platinum Award at the LACP 2025/26 Inspire Awards, securing a total score of 99 out of 100. Competing in the Corporate Publishing Category, the report ranked 1... - [Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals Launches "Nextors" Leadership Program for Its Dealer Network](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/saint-gobain-construction-chemicals-launches-nextors-leadership-program-for-its-dealer-network.md): Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals has established the "Nextors" ecosystem, uniting the second-generation executives of its nationwide dealers operating under the Weber, Fosroc, and GCP brands. Designed to assist family... - [Winners of Saint-Gobain 2026 International Architecture Student Contest Announced](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/winners-of-saint-gobain-2026-international-architecture-student-contest-announced.md): The 21st Saint-Gobain International Architecture Student Contest concluded in Belgrade, Serbia, featuring participation from over 200 universities across 34 countries. Focused on converting an industrial waterfront into... - [Sagrada Familia's Central Towers Formally Finalized via 24 Tons of Henkel Loctite Engineering](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/sagrada-familias-central-towers-formally-finalized-via-24-tons-of-henkel-loctite-engineering.md): Marking the 100th anniversary of Antoni Gaudí's passing, the central towers of the Sagrada Familia were successfully completed utilizing 24 tons of Henkel Loctite structural adhesive. - [Saint-Gobain Turkey Penetrates ISO 500 Registers Across 4 Core Subsidiaries](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/saint-gobain-turkey-penetrates-iso-500-registers-across-4-core-subsidiaries.md): Placing Izocam, Dalsan, and Weber inside the main ISO 500 index alongside Chryso in the Second 500, Saint-Gobain Turkey has officially validated its multi-brand industrial leadership. - [ÇEİS Establishes "Risk and Business Continuity Committee" to Build Industrial Resilience](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/ceis-establishes-risk-and-business-continuity-committee-to-build-industrial-resilience.md): Aligning multi-brand facility data under TS EN ISO 22301 parameters, the Cement Industry Employers’ Association (ÇEİS) has institutionalized a dedicated steering body to map, aggregate, and mitigate complex operational v... - [Adil Sani Konukoğlu Elected President of the TOBB Cement Assembly](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/adil-sani-konukoglu-elected-president-of-the-tobb-cement-assembly.md): Aligning multi-brand operations with sovereign decarbonization mandates, the Chairman of TÜRKÇİMENTO has assumed leadership of the TOBB Cement Assembly to drive automated process control frameworks and cross-border tech... - [TÜRKÇİMENTO Outlines $30 Billion Investment Blueprint](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/turkcimento-outlines-30-billion-investment-blueprint.md): Aligning digital implementation, decarbonization, and human-centric metrics for World Environment Day, TÜRKÇİMENTO finalized its technological assets checklist. The structural roadmap forecasts massive asset allocations... - [Strategic Move by Saint-Gobain Construction Chemicals](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/strategic-move-by-saint-gobain-construction-chemicals.md): Accelerating its regional expansion, Saint-Gobain has finalized the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Chryso manufacturing plant in Adana. Spanning approximately 10,000 m², the updated industrial infrastructure will focu... - [Sika Opens Largest U.S. Mortar Production Plant in New Jersey](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/sika-opens-largest-us-mortar-production-plant-in-new-jersey.md): Sika has opened a new modern production facility for mortar products in Bridgeton, New Jersey. The site is the company’s largest mortar production plant in the United States and will strengthen its ability to serve key m... - [New Era at ÇCSİB: Ender Şahin Elected Chairman of the Board](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/new-era-at-ccsib-ender-sahin-elected-chairman-of-the-board.md): A new leadership term has begun at the Cement, Glass, Ceramics and Earthenware Products Exporters’ Association. Following the association’s 2025 Ordinary Elective General Assembly, Medcem Cement Group Export and Logistic... - [Kaleseramik Expands "Living Spaces" Retail Concept with Grand Opening in Antalya](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/kaleseramik-grand-opening-in-antalya.md): A prominent force in the Turkish building materials market, Kaleseramik, launched its first showroom transformation of 2026 in Antalya. Partnering for 40 years, Aytaş Yapı introduced its completely redesigned integrated... - [Seranit Enters Global Elite](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/seranit-enters-global-elite.md): Aiming for sustainable international expansion, Seranit has successfully finalized strict institutional audits and secured its place within the world-renowned TURQUALITY Program. - [Turkish Cement Sector Delivers Global Transformation Message from China](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/turkish-cement-sector-global-transformation.md): TÜRKÇİMENTO President Adil Sani Konukoğlu, speaking at the Cementtech event, outlined the industry's "Triple Transformation" strategy, highlighting a leadership role in green and digital evolution. - [Saint-Gobain Türkiye Receives Special Recognition Award from Altın Çekül](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/saint-gobain-turkiye-receives-special-recognition-award-from-altin-cekul.md): Saint-Gobain Türkiye received special recognition from Altın Çekül for its 360-degree communication strategy designed to raise awareness of sustainable and lightweight construction solutions. Focusing on the architecture... - [RUSAL Expands Growth Strategy in Türkiye: A New Era for Aluminum Building Materials](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/rusal-expands-growth-strategy-in-turkiye-a-new-era-for-aluminum-building-materials.md): Global aluminum producer RUSAL is planning to expand its presence in Türkiye. With the construction market expected to reach $78.8 billion by 2030, demand for lightweight, durable, and recyclable materials is rising, pos... - [New Era at Seranit: Bayram Nadir Erze Appointed as General Manager](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/new-era-at-seranit-bayram-nadir-erze-appointed-as-general-manager.md): Seranit, one of Turkey’s leading ceramic and building materials manufacturers, has announced a key leadership change. With over 20 years of industry experience, Bayram Nadir Erze has been appointed as General Manager to... - [Rising Energy Costs Bring Thermal Insulation Back into Focus: Efficiency Becomes a Necessity](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/rising-energy.md): Surging energy costs are once again highlighting the importance of thermal insulation in buildings. In Türkiye, nearly 28.8% of the population faces structural issues, while 27.9% struggles with heating due to insufficie... - [The Invisible Shield: Why Are Construction Chemicals So Important?](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/construction-chemicals.md): Is it possible to extend a building's life by 50 years? From seismic resilience to waterproofing, we explore the critical role of construction chemicals and why the "cheap material" trap is a risk you shouldn't take. - [TURKÇİMENTO Warns CBAM Could Hit Turkish Cement Exports](https://chemexworld.com/en/news/turkish-cement-exports.md): TURKÇİMENTO stated that regulatory amendments published by the European Commission on October 17, 2025, and implementing rules that entered into force in December 2025, could significantly increase costs for Turkish ceme...