Author: Shivani Patil
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India’s petcoke imports slump as cement producers optimise fuel mix amid improved coal availability
Coal competition reshapes cement fuel procurement US retains dominance despite lower shipments India’s petcoke imports declined sharply during the first half of 2026 as cement manufacturers reduced purchases amid improving domestic coal availability and changing fuel economics. While the United States retained its position as India’s dominant supplier, overall import volumes fell by more than…