Welsh Company Cenin Develops Ultra-Low Carbon Cement from Industrial Waste

New plant will reduce emissions from cement production by over 75%
CARDIFF, Wales, United Kingdom--(Business Wire)--
A small Welsh company, Cenin Ltd., announced it has developed a new technology
to reduce emissions from cement production by over 75%. Cement production is
currently responsible for up to 5% of all CO² emissions worldwide-more than the
entire aviation industry.

Cenin Ltd., formed only two years ago, has opened a production plant and an R&D
center near Bridgend in south west Wales. Cenin began supplying cement to blue
chip companies last July and is now beginning construction of a second mill to
meet future demand.

Cenin`s cement is made from industry by-products that contain the principal
chemical elements found in traditional Portland cement and cement substitutes.
Cenin`s technology modifies these materials to provide a low-carbon,
high-strength durable cement substitute for the concrete industry.

On average, 1000kg of CO² is emitted with every ton of cement produced. By
contrast, Cenin`s cement replacement produces less than 250kg, and Cenin intends
to reduce this to below 30kg by powering its plant with renewable energy.

Gary Hunt, Technical Director of Cenin, developed the technology with the help
of Cardiff University, where he was an Honorary Research Fellow.

Cenin Director Martyn Popham said the company is creating a truly
environmentally friendly product. "Our cement eliminates the need to quarry raw
materials," he explained.

"Demand for Cenin`s products - and interest in the technology - is huge," said
Popham.

"There is real potential for global growth as the construction industry is under
increasing pressure to reduce its carbon footprint. "

Ieuan Wyn Jones, Minister for the Economy and Transport of the Welsh government,
hailed the news that a Welsh company is leading the development of ultra low
carbon cement.

"Given the size of the global construction market and the drive for the industry
to radically reduce its carbon footprint, there is huge potential for this
product, "Jones said.

"This success also illustrates the benefits of industry and academia
collaborating and the importance of investing in R&D to develop innovative new
products that meet a very real need."

Cenin is based on a former 20-acre aerodrome that Popham wants to become a
center for renewable technology companies.

"We would like other like-minded green companies to co-locate on our site and
create a business cluster powered by renewable energy, helping to cut costs and
bring even greater benefits to the local economy and the environment. Small
enterprises can make a difference if working together," said Popham.

"Our long term objective is to create a Technology Centre of Excellence for
Sustainability in Practice, attracting and creating research and development
jobs locally."

About Cenin

Cenin is a pioneering and award winning company which is helping to reduce the
growing global problem of excessive CO2 emissions by developing and
demonstrating a range of low-carbon businesses including manufacturing and
property development using it`s own renewable energy source. For more
information, visit www.cenin.co.uk.

About International Business Wales

International Business Wales is the economic development arm of the Welsh
Assembly Government with the responsibility of helping international
corporations locate operations in Wales, and with promoting international trade
by Welsh businesses. IBW can assist businesses in finding suitable properties in
Wales for their operations, help them in finding employees and in obtaining
financial assistance from the Welsh government, when appropriate. For more
information, visit www.ibwales.com.

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