Two days of innovation, insight, and collaboration on the future of sustainable cement.

Date: 8–9 December 2025
Venue:  Building 19, Hall 1 – KAUST

The Future Cement Initiative (FCI) at KAUST invites industry leaders, engineers, and stakeholders to an intensive two-day program dedicated to shaping the future of sustainable cement in Saudi Arabia.

The workshop will feature industry leaders, government representatives and technology experts discussing strategic and technical topics covering alternative fuels, carbon reduction, and advanced technology integration — all aligned with Vision 2030 and Saudi Arabia’s Net-Zero 2060 goals.

Day 1

Technical Course – Mastering Waste-Derived Fuels (RDF): Production, Handling & Kiln Integration for Cement Plants

Date: Monday , 8 December 2025
Time: 8:00 – 17:00

Venue: Building 19, Hall 1 – KAUST

Audience: Managers, Engineers and Operators. Waste Regulators and Managing Companies

This specialized training will be delivered by Dr. Hansjörg Diller and Mr. Dirk Lechtenberg, renowned experts from MVW Lechtenberg & Partner GmbH, global leaders in alternative fuels and waste-to-energy systems.

The session will focus on:

  • RDF production and processing methods
  • Handling and quality control of waste-derived fuels
  • Kiln integration and operational optimization in cement plants
  • Case studies and international best practices

The presentations and coursebook are being developed specifically for the cement industry in the Kingdom, aligned with Vision 2030 and Net-Zero 2060 goals.

 

Registration (Pre-Workshop, 8 December):

Seats are limited — early registration is strongly recommended.

Day 2

Annual Future Cement Initiative (FCI) Workshop 2025

Date: Tuesday , 9 December 2025
Time: 8:00 – 16:30

Venue: Building 19, Hall 1 – KAUST

Audience: CEOs, Board Members, Managers, End Users, Government, National Entities, Major Projects, Suppliers

This high-level event will convene leading experts, government entities, and industry partners to explore pathways for low-carbon cement production and sustainable construction in Saudi Arabia.

Sessions will cover:

  • Strategic Direction of Cement in Saudi Arabia
  • Alternative Fuels and Decarbonization
  • Clinker Substitution for Carbon Reduction
  • Future Technology for Cement Industry

 

 
 

Registration (Annual Workshop, 9 December):

Seats are limited — early registration is strongly recommended.