Around the world, Cemex makes a positive and lasting difference in the cities and communities where we operate. We focus on empowering people, improving housing and infrastructure, building green spaces and resilient communities, and supporting local economies through skills development, entrepreneurship, and sustainability for a just transition.

Here in the UK, our social impact activities are focused on supporting the communities around where we operate. In Rugby, where our Cement Plant operates, we actively support the local community through engagement with local schools and community groups for the benefit of people living and working in the local area. Recently Cemex UK was very proud to support Long Lawford School with a donation of £15,000, helping their students to overcome the challenges faced when transitioning from early years to Year 1. The shift to a more formal learning style can be difficult, leading to social and emotional difficulties and a potential loss of enthusiasm for learning. With this donation, not only does Cemex strengthen our relationship with the local school, but we are investing in the holistic development of children in our local community and ensuring they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

The school were extremely grateful for the donation and shared this message on their school’s Facebook page: “As a school, we are so grateful for the support they have provided and that they continue to give us. We have been astounded by their recent donation of £15,000 which helped provide the Year 1 continuous provision area!! What they have provided for our children is nothing less than phenomenal. So, to Cemex Rugby … THANK YOU!!”

Phil Baynes Clarke, Director – UK Cement Operations & Technology, commented: “This is fantastic, and a lovely message from the school in recognition of our support. It makes you feel proud to work for Cemex, knowing we are helping the education of the next generation.”

Photo: Chiedza Mupfumira – Social Impact Specialist and Claire Stringer – School Head