India wins bid to host 17th International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement
India has won the bid to host the prestigious International
Congress on the Chemistry of Cement (ICCC) at New Delhi in 2027.
India’s leading research and academic institutes, National Council for Cement
and Building Materials (NCCBM) along with IIT Delhi successfully presented
India’s bid before the Steering Committee members of the Conference during the
ongoing 16th ICCC at Bangkok, Thailand.
Besides India, other bidders were from Switzerland and UAE. The decision was
announced on 20th September 2023 at Bangkok, Thailand during the 16th ICCC. The
Indian bid was presented by Dr L P Singh, Director General, NCCBM, Dr S K
Chaturvedi, Joint Director, NCCBM and Dr Shashank Bishnoi, Professor (Civil
Engg.), IIT Delhi.
The International Congress on the Chemistry of Cement is the
largest and most prestigious event of its kind which reviews the progress of
research in the area of Cement and Concrete.
The congresses have been held generally at intervals of four to six years since
1918, providing a strong and fruitful link between the academic world and the
cement industry. The 9th Congress was organized at New Delhi in 1992 by NCCBM
and the present 16th ICCC is being held at Bangkok, Thailand from 18-22
September 2023.
Hosting this esteemed event in India provides us with a unique opportunity to
bring together the leading leaders, experts, and innovators in cement sector
from around the world.
This event is not only a testament to our research and academic organization's
capabilities but also a chance to showcase our vibrant city New Delhi to the
global cement and concrete industry.
New Delhi, as a host city, will be poised to offer an unforgettable experience
to all attendees of 17th ICCC in 2027 with its world-class conference
facilities like Bharat Mandapam and Yashobhoomi, rich cultural heritage, and
exceptional hospitality.
National Council for Cement and Building Materials (NCCBM) is an apex Research
and Development organization under the administrative control of DPIIT,
Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India. NCCBM is dedicated to
research, technology development & transfer, education & industrial
services for cement, allied building materials & construction industries.
NCCBM has a proven track record of executing biennial NCB International
Seminars/Conferences of similar magnitude, ensuring a seamless and memorable
experience for all participants from across the globe.
Background
India is the fifth largest economy today and is likely to become third largest
by the next five years and its cement industry is second largest in the world
with installed cement capacity of 600 million tonnes.
The cement industry in India plays a key role in circular economy framework in
the country by utilizing various industrial wastes and is having one of the
lowest CO2 footprints and is most energy efficient in the world.
The booming infrastructure development, resources, and expertise available
within India make it a perfect backdrop to bring together thought leaders,
academics, cement and concrete professionals, and enthusiasts to exchange ideas
and drive progress.
The experience and framework of Indian cement industry for addressing local and
global issues such as decarbonisation, sustainable development, circular
economy in operation, energy security, alternate energy sources, low carbon
cements and so on provide an ideal modal for deliberations and showcasing to
global leaders and technocrats for the benefits of global society at large.