WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

• Raw Material Suppliers for connecting with industry leaders and exploring new market opportunities

• Sustainability Experts to engage in discussions on innovative sustainable material practices

• Cement Industry Professionals to discover emerging trends and network with key sector players

• Logistics and Bulk Handling Specialists to learn about the latest advancements in material shipping and handling

• Beneficiation Technology Experts to delve into new technological developments and their applications

• Producers and Traders of Alternative Fuels to explore new markets and trading possibilities

• Trading Companies aiming to expand their network and uncover new business opportunities

• Research Institutes and Development Institutions to share insights and collaborate on future projects

• End Users and Consumers seeking a deeper understanding of the market dynamics for Steel, Coal, Iron Ore, and Coke

• Government Policy Makers to shape and understand future industry policy directions

• Diplomatic Bodies such as Embassies and Consulates to foster international relations and trade opportunities

• Waste to Energy and Recycling Companies to showcase innovative solutions and explore new business avenues

WHY ATTEND?

• Interact directly with senior CW consultants and analysts to gain valuable insights and engage in meaningful discussions.

• Acquire systematic information and real data, ensuring that you leave the event with actionable insights.

• Access the latest industry data and statistics from the CW Research team to stay informed about industry trends.

• Participate in discussions and reviews in a multi-client setting, fostering collaboration and in-depth understanding.

• Benefit from personalized small group meetings with key decision-makers in the Americas cement and solid fuels industries.

• Explore and address pressing industry topics that directly impact your day-to-day operations.

• Discover Innovations in Raw Materials, learning about new sources and applications for sustainable development

• Analyze how a circular economy approach can help companies reduce their carbon footprint.

• Stay Informed about Cement Industry Decarbonization Initiatives.

• Engage in discussions on innovative technologies, including Carbon Capture Storage and Use (CCSU), and their adoption in the industry.

• Learn about sustainable practices in the cement industry.

• Explore strategic investment opportunities in alternative fuels and raw materials.

• Understand the impact of regulatory changes on the cement industry.

Day 1 – May 20th

Strategy, Policy & Market Outlook

08:00 – 09:00 Registration

09:00 – 09:30 Welcome and Introductions

09:30 - 09:45 Opening Keynote: FUEL FOR THE FUTURE

Are you leaving value in landfills?? Harden Machinery

Conference Session 1: Global & Regional Market Outlook

09:45 - 10:20 SCM Dynamics in the Concrete/Cement Supply chain: An overall view

Enrique Rozas | Executive Consultant, former CEO of Unacem North America

10:20 - 10:55 Bioenergy potential and policy drivers for co-processing in Mexico

Guillermo Gómez Herrera | President | National Biogas Council

10:55 - 11:30 Coffee Break - “Time to Recharge”

11:30 - 12:05 Alternative fuels and waste management in cement production

Borja Alonso | Sales Manager Recycling/Waste | Vecoplan

Conference Session 2: From Waste to Value: The Role of AF, SCM & Circular Economy in Decarbonization

12:05 - 12:40 The Circular Economy in Construction: From Waste to Industrial Value

Daniela Delgado | Circular Economy Expert | Holcim

12:40 - 13:15 Alternative Fuels and Their Role in Decarbonization: Prachovice Success Story

Liliana González Gaitán | Alternative Fuels Manager | CEMEX

13:15 - 14:45 Lunch “Enjoy your Lunch!”

Conference Session 3: Alternative Fuels, RDF & Processing Technologies

14:45 - 15:20 Maximizing RDF Use Whilst Reducing OPEX and CAPEX

Marcus Lam | Regional Sales Director North America | Harden Machinery

15:20 - 15:55 Improved handling when feeding altermau variable particle sizes

Wolfram Zschiesche | Team Leader Alternative Fuels | Westeria

15:55 - 16:30 Alternative fuels and LC3 materials application in cement industry

Jiao Xuwei | Process Engineer | Sinoma CBMI Construction Co., Ltd.

16:30 - 17:05 Sinoma Environmental Protection Business: Technologies & Solutions for Cement Decarbonization - Francisco Huerta | Marketing Manager | Sinoma México

17:05 - 17:30 Networking & Business Break

Conference Session 4 - Panel Discussion: Regional Pathways to Circular Cement, Steel & Construction Materials

17:30 - 18:15 Panelists

Liliana Gaitán | Alt Fuels Manager | CEMEX

Oscar Rivas | General Director | Geocycle

Enrique Rozas | Former President & CEO | UNACEM North America

Miriam Macías | Partner and Manager for Mexico and Latin America | CESEC

Paulina Terrazas | Engagement and Advocacy Manager | Deacero

Moderator: GMI Global

18:15+ Cocktail Reception

Day 2 – May 21st

Technology, Innovation & Industry Implementation

08:30 – 09:00 Attendees Arrival

9:00 - 9:20 Welcome Back and Introductions

Conference Session 5: Circular Economy Applications Across Materials

9:20 - 9:55 The Praxis of Climate Action and Decarbonisation

Enrique de Hoyos | Manager of Climate Action | CEMEX

9:55 - 10:30 Low-Emissions & Carbon-Neutral Steel: A Key Enabler for Circular Construction

Paulina Terrazas | Engagement and Advocacy Manager | Deacero

10:30 - 11:00 Fan and Filter Retrofits for Industrial Symbiosis Adaptation

İsmail BEŞİROĞLU | Sales & Business Development Manager (Europe & Americas) | Alfer

11:00 - 11:35 Coffee Break - “Time to Recharge”

Conference Session 6: Smart Plants, MSW Processing & Operational Efficiency

11:35 - 12:10 The Industrialization of Construction

Gerardo Ferraez | CEO | EcoPulse

12:10 - 12:45 Alt Fuels Effect on Fan Efficiency

Craig Duncan | Technical Sales Specialist | Airstream Systems

12:45 - 13:20 Understanding MSW: Challenges, Characteristics & Technologies to Unlock Value - Jeff Fountain | Sales Manager | Van Dyk Recycling Solutions

13:20 - 14:50 Lunch “Enjoy your Lunch!”

Conference Session 7: Regulatory Frameworks & Implementation Pathways for Circular Economy

14:50 - 15:25 Circularity in Cement: From Recycled Materials to Energy & Emissions Impact

Gerardo Gutiérrez Smith | CEO | Concretos Sustentables Mexicanos

15:25 - 16:00 Advances in the circular economy and experiences of Extended Producer Responsibility - Miriam Macías | Partner & LATAM Manager | CESEC

16:00 - 16:35 Enabling Zero Waste in the Cement and Materials Industry: Policy Frameworks, International Standards, and Best Practices

Jorge Calderas | CEO | Circular Strategy MX

16:35 - 17:00 Networking & Business Break

Conference Session 8 - Decarbonization through Energy Efficiency and Circularity in the Construction Industry

17:00 - 17:45 Panelists

Gerardo Gutiérrez Smith – Concretos Sustentables Mexicanos

María Laura Rojas Muñoz | CEO | CRDC Materials Mexico

Jesus Antonio Galván Cruz | Energy Efficiency Working Group | CMIC CDMX

Moderator: David dominguez Muñoz | CEO | 3LOTUS CONSULTING MEXICO

17:45 - 18:00 Celebrating Leadership & Innovation in Circular Construction

- Presentation: Certificates to speakers

- Recognizing Outstanding Contributions

18:00 - 18:15 Key Takeaways & The Road Ahead

• A TEC Production & Service

• Aerzen

• ALL MINMETAL

• ArcelorMittal Tubarão

• Argos Honduras

• Boral Resources

• Cemengal

• Cementos Argos

• Cementos del Norte

• Cementos Moctezuma

• Cementos Progreso

• Cemex

• Central Plains Cement Company

• Claudius Peters Projects

• Conweigh/RSM Mexico

• Cooperativa la Cruz Azul

• CSM Consultant & Services

• CYCNA

• EcOre Group

• FCT Combustion

• Firefly AB

• FLSmidth Pfister

• Fuel Tech Systems

• Gebr. Pfeiffer

• Geocycle Mexico

• Geocycle US

• GPEL

• GTA Ambiental

• Ilhan Trading

• Instituto Mexicano del Cemento y del Concreto

• International Finance

• Corporation

• Itochu International

• LafargeHolcim Trading

• Levy Company

• Lindner Recyclingtech

• Loesche

• Loesche America

• Malvern PANalytical

• Marshall Corporation

• Marubeni Cement

• Medcem Global

• Minera Autlan

• Mitsubishi Cement Corporation

• National Gypsum

• Nomada Playas SACV

• Planta de Cobre (Grupo Mexico)

• Plattmann Consulting

• Polytrade Chemical

• Polytrade Natural Resources

• Precimeca

• Promotora Ambiental

• Protec Steel

• Proverde

• Schenck Process

• Secretary of Economy Mexico

• Separation Technologies LLC

• Sigma Recycling

• SPR Division Industrialy Servicios

• Surschiste

• Texan Cement

• Thyssenkrupp Industrial Solutions

• TMS INTERNATIONAL

• Untha Shredding Technology

• Usiminas

• Vecoplan

• Votorantim Cimentos Brasil

• Zag International

Important visa and travel information: Obtaining a necessary visa is the responsibility of the delegate. Check with your local embassy and if you are required to obtain a visa, please allow enough time for your application to be processed before you travel. Please also note, that travel expenses and hotel accommodation are not included in the registration fee.

For delegates traveling from abroad requesting a Letter of Invitation please send your request to sales@gmiforum.com. 

Please click HERE to download the registration form.

Early Bird payment is available by credit card or PayPal

The Sandos Cancún Resort, located in the heart of Cancún’s Hotel Zone, Mexico, will be the official venue for Alternative Fuels & Raw Materials Americas 2026, taking place on May 20–21, 2026.
This elegant beachfront resort combines modern comfort, contemporary design, and world-class services, providing an ideal setting for strategic industry gatherings and high-level professional experiences.

Its prime location offers convenient access from Cancún International Airport and features fully equipped event spaces, stunning Caribbean Sea views, and an atmosphere perfectly suited for networking, innovation, and knowledge exchange.
Sandos Cancún Resort delivers the perfect balance of functionality, luxury, and natural surroundings, creating an exceptional environment where the industry connects, collaborates, and shapes the future.

Address: SANDOS CANCUN, Blvd. Kukulcan Km. 14, Retorno del Rey Lt. 37-1, Zona Hotelera 7, 7500 Cancun, Q.Roo.