Name and Location
Cement plant project, Zimbabwe.
Client
Portland Holdings Limited (PHL), a subsidiary of PPC.
Project Description
PHL plans to build a new cement plant to service the Harare and central Mozambique markets.
The new plant will have a capacity of about one-million tons of cement a year and will coincide with the construction of a separate grinding facility in neighbouring Mozambique.
Value
A value for the project has not been confirmed.
Duration
Not stated.
Latest Developments
The preliminary study for a new plant in Mashonaland province is at an advanced stage and significant investment has already been made in exploration drilling at various locations.
PPC has dedicated resources in Zimbabwe and, with support from PPC’s head office, a full-scale feasibility study will start, including the selection of an equipment supplier.
Key Contracts and Suppliers
None stated.
On Budget and on Time?
Not stated.
Contact Details for Project Information
PPC, tel +27 11 386 9000, fax +27 11 386 9001 or email contactus@ppc.co.za.