How Deep is the Crisis and How Fast is Recovery?

Asia: Surviving the Global Slowdown?

Will Asia's successful cement sector bounce back faster than expected? Despite slower growth in the private sector, the cement industry is being stimulated by regional governments initiatives and investments into infrastructure construction and public works.

China has allocated 4 trillion Yuan out of which considerable portion of the investment will go into railway construction and welfare housing. (Source: China Cement)

Vietnam plans to develop the building industry and targets to satisfy both domestic consumption and export demands in terms of quantity, quality & selection of basic construction materials (Source: Vietnam News)

CMT's CemenTrade Asia 09 brings together top panel of experts to help empower you with market dynamics & strategy. Organised for the 11th consecutive year, this conference focuses on pertinent issues during current volatile times!

Don't miss this opportunity to network amongst major cement and concrete producers, traders, construction companies and various entities of the supply chain. Register online now at www.cmtevents.com or send in your enquiry to emily@cmtsp.com.sg

What's New at 11th CemenTrade Asia:

- From global producer's strategy to trade flow, listen to expert analysis on how the industry will position to ride out the storm

- Snapshot of ASEAN markets - where are the growth spots and what's driving its strength?

- Will China continue to meet global demand - supply gap despite increased expectation in domestic demand

- Will the new US government's policies to boost infrastructure help hike cement demand? Also what are the repercussions of the Caribbean markets slowing down?

- If you're a cement trader or looking to export, ascertain the changes to trade financing scheme and export credits

- Holcim shares its vision on sustainable construction and concrete

- Are major projects in the GCC drying up or will it remain on schedule? Learn the latest on demand, expansion & potential exports into the GCC

- What's the impact on export trade and logistics challenges amid lower freight rates?

- Indonesia's coal outlook and how the cement industry will drive the regional coal markets

- Will India continue to buy from Pakistan to meet demand or will the dynamics change as new capacity come on stream? Saurashtra Cement explores the challenges lying ahead for Asia's 2nd largest economy

And more!! So register now with your team and enjoy a discounted fee for a group of 3 or more!

You will network with
- Chairman/MD/President - Senior VP/Vice President
- Marketing/Business Development/Sales Director/Manager
- Market Intelligence/Strategy Manager - Export/Trading Manager
- Technical/Operation Manager - Outbound Logistics/Sourcing executive from
Regional cement and building materials/ready-mixed concrete (RMC) companies,
coal/slag/fly ash/steel suppliers, engineering, equipment and technology companies
and bulk/cement carriers, building and construction analysts,
project financiers and banks.