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Limestone Survey for Cement Industry South of Najaf

By on 31st August 2026 in Construction & Engineering In Iraq, Iraq Commodities & Mining News, Iraq Industry & Trade News

By John Lee. A project to assess limestone reserves suitable for cement production is under way in the Wadi al-Mahari area, south of Najaf governorate. The work is being carried out by the Iraqi Geological Survey, a body within the Ministry of Industry and Minerals. According to the Ministry of Industry and Minerals, the project […]

Geological Survey Launches Limestone Exploration in Muthanna

By on 15th April 2026 in Construction & Engineering In Iraq, Iraq Commodities & Mining News

By John Lee. Iraqi Geological Survey has launched a strategic project to explore limestone reserves in Muthanna province to support the cement industry. The initiative focuses on assessing deposits in the Al-Ghadhari area, identifying high-quality raw materials suitable for producing various types of cement, including ordinary Portland cement and sulphate-resistant cement. Key objectives of the […]