Join us at the 2026 EMEA edition of Women in CemCo Congress 2026 on October 30, in Brussels, at the Tangla Hotel, and learn stories of leadership from Middle East and North Africa! You can connect your participation to the 5th edition of CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition or cementitious Materials Congress Europe 2026! Email us at contact@industrylink.eu and het the program and event discount for a combined ticket!
Beyond Boundaries: Building Trust and Breaking Stereotypes in Cement
This session shares a personal journey of building a career in the traditionally male-dominated cement industry, from being embedded within an operational team where the majority of colleagues were men to earning the trust and confidence of operations management. Working closely with operations and taking responsibility for critical technical tasks, testing, execution, quality, and performance created an opportunity to build credibility through hands-on experience and results. Over time, this trust helped challenge traditional perceptions of women’s roles in operational environments and demonstrated that women can contribute effectively across both technical and sustainability functions. The session will reflect on the resilience, confidence, adaptability, and continuous learning required to navigate such environments, overcome barriers, and step beyond conventional expectations. Through this personal experience, it aims to encourage more women to embrace technical and operational opportunities and recognize their ability to create meaningful impact in the transformation of the cement industry.
“Sustainability is not only about transforming our industry; it is about challenging the way we think, breaking stereotypes, and creating opportunities for every voice to contribute and make an impact.” says Noor.
Arabian Cement Company (ACC) is one of Egypt’s leading fully integrated cement producers, established in 1997. The company operates two state-of-the-art production lines in Suez Governorate, with a combined annual production capacity of approximately 5 million tons of cement. ACC supplies high-quality clinker and cement products to the Egyptian market and exports to international markets across several continents. The company is committed to innovation, operational excellence, and sustainability, with a strong focus on energy efficiency, alternative fuels, renewable energy, and responsible environmental practices.
About the Speaker
Noor Abdelaziz is a Sustainability Engineer at Arabian Cement Company (ACC) in Egypt, with expertise in corporate sustainability, greenhouse gas accounting across Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, climate reporting, and industrial decarbonization. Since joining ACC in 2024, she has led the development of sustainability reports aligned with interna>onal frameworks and supported carbon accounting, emissions quantification, and sustainability initiatives that advance the company’s climate goals.
Beyond climate, Noor contributes to water stewardship, biodiversity, and social sustainability initiatives. She played a key role in introducing the WASH Pledge at ACC, supporting the company’s commitment to improving workplace access to water, sanita>on, and hygiene. She is also involved in environmental impact assessments, sustainability performance reporting, and the development of Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) and Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) for cement products.
Prior to joining ACC, Noor worked as a Water and Environment Engineer at Dar Al-Handasah (Shair and Partners), contributing to sustainable water infrastructure and resource management projects. She is a GRI Certified Sustainability Professional, with expertise in sustainability reporting in accordance with the GRI Standards and is currently pursuing Environmental Engineering an M.Sc. in Environmental Engineering at the American University in Cairo.
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Who Should Attend
Women in Cement and Construction: Industry professionals looking to enhance leadership skills, network with peers, and drive positive change.
Industry Executives and Leaders: Those committed to creating diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplaces.
Human Resources Professionals: Specialists focused on implementing DEI strategies and fostering inclusive organizational cultures.
Engineers, Architects, and Project Managers: Professionals aiming to advance diversity in technical and leadership roles.
Advocacy Groups and Associations: Representatives from organizations dedicated to promoting gender equality and supporting women in the industry.
Academics and Researchers: Scholars interested in the intersection of gender, diversity,
and industry practices.
Policymakers and Government Officials: Leaders working to promote gender equity and diversity at the policy level
