WCA announces OneStone as new Associate Corporate Member

01 Aug 2023 CW Team

The World Cement Association (WCA) announced it is welcoming OneStone Consulting, a management consulting firm with global reach, as an Associate Corporate Member. OneStone Consulting provides a comprehensive range of tailor-made market reports, strategic advisory and sustainability consulting services catering to various industries including plant and machinery suppliers, cement and building material industries, mining and other process industries, private equity companies and investors.

Recognising the importance of environmental responsibility, OneStone Consulting guides cement companies toward implementing sustainable practices and advancing circular economy initiatives that reduce carbon footprints and promote growth and improved profitability.

These goals will also be reflected in the WCA’s upcoming Annual Conference, in which industry leaders will share insights on how to accelerate innovation and promote responsible practices, and contribute to shaping a greener future of the cement sector while maintaining and improving profitability.

“OneStone Consulting’s wide-ranging expertise will be valuable to WCA’s members as they meet the challenges brought about by the multiple global crises. OneStone’s expertise in market intelligence, strategic consulting, and sustainability aligns with WCA’s mission to drive sustainable development in the cement industry,” says Ian Riley, WCA’s CEO.

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