The premier Americas gathering for SCM innovation, trade, sustainability, and industry transformation
The Cementitious Materials International Technical & Trade Congress – Americas returns in 2027 with its most ambitious edition yet, taking place on 11–12 March in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Recognized as the finest industry event for supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), the Congress brings together cement producers, traders, ready‑mix leaders, researchers, policymakers, and innovators from across the United States, Canada, Latin America, and beyond.
This flagship event explores the latest advancements and limitless opportunities in ashes, slags, artificial and natural pozzolana, silica fumes, clays, recycled glass, and construction & demolition waste used as alternative raw materials—materials that are reshaping the future of cement, concrete, and sustainable construction.
Building on the Success of Past Editions
The Americas Congress has rapidly become the region’s most influential SCM platform:
2025 Launch Edition – A Continental Success
Covering USA, Canada, Mexico, Colombia, Brazil, Panama, Uruguay, Paraguay, Chile, and Costa Rica, the inaugural Americas edition set a new benchmark for technical excellence and regional collaboration.
2026 Edition – Dallas, Texas
Hosted at the Hilton Anatole Dallas, the 2026 Congress brought together leading voices from cement, construction, research, and technology for two days of high‑level dialogue on the future of low‑carbon cementitious materials. As the uploaded document notes, the event served as “a global meeting point where industry leaders, innovators, academics, and policymakers exchanged ideas, strategies, and technological solutions aimed at transforming one of the world’s most essential industries.”
Speakers explored everything from next‑generation SCMs to carbon‑negative binders, digital twins, advanced grinding technologies, fire‑prevention systems for alternative fuels, and CO₂‑neutral processing solutions. The Congress concluded with a powerful message: “the future of cement is not defined by a single technology or solution… it will emerge from new materials, smarter processes, stronger collaboration, and a shared commitment to build a more sustainable world.”
The 2027 Fort Lauderdale edition builds directly on this momentum, expanding the technical program, strengthening the trade track, and welcoming an even broader Americas audience.
What’s New in 2027
A Stronger, More Comprehensive Program
The 2027 edition introduces:
Technical Topics: Innovations in Cement Production
Carbon‑Neutral Cement Production
Explore US‑based initiatives for using SCMs in cement production and construction materials.
Next‑Generation Cement Alternatives
Examine developments in geopolymer cements and magnesium binders tailored for the US market, alongside international adoption trends.
Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCMs)
Optimize fly ash, slag, and natural pozzolans to meet the growing demand for eco‑friendly infrastructure in the US, while addressing global sourcing challenges.
Localized Sustainability Case Studies
Transforming industrial waste streams into resources for sustainable cement production in the US, and lessons from global leaders in waste‑to‑resource practices.
Technological Advancements
Explore the role of AI‑driven design, digital twins, robotics, and automation in revolutionizing production efficiency and safety in US cement plants, with insights into global trends.
Sustainability at the Core
Learn about circular economy practices and alternative fuels (agricultural residues, municipal waste) driving sustainable cement production in US cities and globally.
Emerging Trends
Bio‑inspired innovations for self‑healing concrete in high‑stress environments, and climate‑resilient solutions addressing challenges like hurricanes and flooding in the US and abroad.
Trade Topics: Exploring Global & Regional Opportunities
Navigating US Market Dynamics
Understand opportunities in the US cement market under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) and discover strategies for entering and expanding within the US market, while positioning your company for global competitiveness.
Sustainable Logistics
Examine green supply chain innovations and multimodal transport solutions for reducing carbon footprints, with case studies from US rail and inland waterway networks.
Digital Transformation in Trade
Learn about AI‑powered demand forecasting, blockchain integration, and other digital innovations transforming trade and ensuring regulatory compliance in the US cement sector, with global applicability.
Eco‑Friendly Trade Practices
Explore the role of carbon credits, green financing, and sustainable supply chain practices in advancing both US and global decarbonization goals.
Regulatory Frameworks
Navigate US environmental regulations, including EPA standards for cement kiln emissions, and compare with global regulations such as the EU’s carbon tax and emissions trading systems.
Who Should Attend
- Cement Producers & Traders
- Concrete Ready‑mix and Infrastructure Leaders
- Government & Policymakers
- Construction Professionals
- Supply Chain Experts
- Energy and Iron & Steel Companies
- Research & Development Professionals
Why Attend
Stay Ahead of the Curve Integrate sustainable cementitious materials into your operations to maintain a competitive edge and position your organization as an industry frontrunner.
Regional & US Insights Be the first to learn about emerging technologies, market trends, and regulatory developments that are shaping cement production and sustainable construction.
Networking with Industry Leaders Connect with executives, managers, policymakers, and innovators from the US and LatAm to exchange knowledge and start partnerships.
Sustainability and Compliance Discover practical strategies to meet sustainability targets, navigate evolving US regulations, and learn from both domestic and international case studies.
Future of Cement and Construction Ready‑mix Learn how both the US and global cement industries are integrating sustainable practices, new technologies, and digital solutions to drive growth and environmental stewardship.
Join Us in Fort Lauderdale
Join us in Fort Lauderdale on March 11–12, 2027 for the Cementitious Materials International Technical & Trade Congress Americas — the premier gathering for SCM innovation, sustainable construction, and industry transformation across the US and Latin America.
This Congress is more than an event. It is a community, a place where leaders meet, ideas evolve, and partnerships begin. Delegates consistently praise our conferences as the best experiences in the industry, renowned for creating real connections, meaningful dialogue, and a collaborative environment that drives progress.
Whether you are a cement producer, ready‑mix leader, SCM supplier, construction professional, policymaker, researcher, or technology provider, your presence matters. Join us to learn, share, network, and shape the future of cementitious materials and sustainable infrastructure.
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Secure your place at the 2027 edition and be part of the movement toward a greener, more resilient future.
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