Cimpor to focus on Brazil

Cimpor CEO Francisco Lacerda has said that the company will offset contracting markets in Portugal and Spain with increased focus on Brazil to deliver growth within the business. Lacerda said that key events such as the Olympic Games and Football World Cup will help to drive significant growth in the market.
March 28, 2012 Read time: 1 min

1347 Cimpor CEO Francisco Lacerda has said that the company will offset contracting markets in Portugal and Spain with increased focus on Brazil to deliver growth within the business. Lacerda said that key events such as the Olympic Games and Football World Cup will help to drive significant growth in the market.

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