en.Wedoany.com Reported - Holcim UK has announced the launch of cement import and distribution operations at its Tilbury Cement Works, marking a critical phase before the plant's official commissioning.

This step is part of the plant's wet commissioning plan. The Tilbury Cement Works is equipped with deep-water marine access, large-scale storage facilities, automated logistics systems, and modular grinding and blending systems, and is scheduled to be fully operational by the end of 2026.

Tim Fry, Project Manager at Holcim UK, stated that launching the import and distribution of cementitious materials is a significant step forward for the Tilbury Cement Works and for Holcim UK's ability to serve customers in the Southeast. He noted that this phase demonstrates the strength of the completed systems, covering marine logistics, storage, and dispatch, and reflects the dedication of all those involved in the construction. As construction concludes in 2026 and the plant enters full operation, Tilbury will support customers with flexibility, reliability, and capacity through a range of conventional, low-carbon, and circular cementitious materials.

The plant is equipped with a new ship-to-shore conveyor system, enclosed belt conveyors, and the UK's first 30,000-tonne cement dome silo. These facilities enable materials to be transported from ships to the storage area and processed via six loading bays and five weighbridges. Its deep-water berth allows it to receive vessels from Holcim's logistics network, and from 2027, the NACC Sustament will also serve the site—a cement carrier capable of operating on green methanol.

Holcim UK expects the Tilbury cement plant project to continue progressing toward operation. The next step is to complete and commission the vertical roller mill (VRM) on site in the second half of 2026. This VRM will grind granulated blast furnace slag (GBFS) and recycled concrete fines (RCF) to produce ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) and blended cements. From 2027, the plant will have a full product line, including Holcim's ECOPlanet low-carbon cement and ECOPlanet cement with ECO Cycle circular materials, with future capability to process other materials such as calcined clay.

Mohamed Alami, General Manager of Holcim UK's Cement Division, stated that Tilbury represents a transformative investment for Holcim UK, ultimately supporting its ECOPlanet low-carbon cement and ECO Planet with ECO Cycle circular materials, and accelerating the transition to low-carbon and circular construction.

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