Saudi Arabia’s SCC to close three cement production lines in Hofuf plant

Saudi Cement Company (SCC) of Saudi Arabia is aiming to permanently close three production lines at a plant in Hofuf. The three kilns have total clinker output of 1,325tonnes/day, but are said to be operating at lower efficiency and higher costs.

March 21, 2014 Read time: 1 min

RSS7664 Saudi Cement Company (SCC) of Saudi Arabia is aiming to permanently close three production lines at a plant in Hofuf. The three kilns have total clinker output of 1,325tonnes/day, but are said to be operating at lower efficiency and higher costs.

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