CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER, CEMENTIS MAURITIUS

Heba Capdevila-Jangeerkhan is a distinguished leader with extensive local and international recognition. With over 20 years of experience within the Taylor Smith Group and sitting on the boards of multiple prestigious companies, she brings a wealth of expertise in strategic development, transformation, and performance improvement. Currently serving as the CEO of CEMENTIS, Heba oversees operations in Mauritius, Reunion, Mayotte, Comoros, and Seychelles, driving the company’s commitment to sustainable and inclusive growth. Under her leadership, CEMENTIS emphasises core values of Respect, Trust, and Innovation, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of the cement industry. By prioritising excellence and innovation, Heba strengthens the group’s resources and inter-island cooperation, positioning them to tackle future challenges and achieve their desired economic outcomes.

CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER, CEMENTIS GROUP

Rachel Usunier serves as the Chief Legal Officer at Cementis Reunion. In this role, she provides expert legal guidance to our executive and operational teams, ensuring compliance with both international and regional regulations across multiple jurisdictions. Her focus on strategic risk management and regulatory adherence is critical for navigating complex legal landscapes and safeguarding stakeholder interests. With her extensive legal background, Rachel ensures the integrity and governance of our operations globally, reinforcing our commitment to best practices throughout the region.

A recognised leader both locally and internationally, Heba Capdevila-Jangeerkhan sits on the boards of multiple prestigious companies and has extensive experience in strategic development, transformation, and performance improvement. Having held several key positions within the Taylorsmith Group and as CEMENTIS Group COO for a year, Heba Capdevila-Jangeerkhan draws on her thorough knowledge of the cement industry to ensure operational excellence as the new CEO for the 6 Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius, Reunion, Madagascar, Mayotte, Comoros and Seychelles.

Urs Straub, a seasoned multicultural senior executive, has been leading CEMENTIS as Chief Operating Officer for nearly two years. With a robust background in the cement industry, Urs has held pivotal leadership roles across Europe, Latin America, the Middle East, and the Indian Ocean, including serving as the CEO of LafargeHolcim Indian Ocean Cluster. Highly regarded for his deep cement industry knowledge, his career is marked by a series of successful business turnarounds and operational improvements, driven by his strong integrity, entrepreneurial mindset, and exceptional interpersonal skills.

His leadership style focuses on team-building and driving sales and profitability, with a deep understanding of industrial operations and market dynamics. Urs’s global perspective and specialised expertise in cement contribute significantly to the strategic growth and operational excellence at CEMENTIS.

HEAD OF GROUP INNOVATION, RESEARCH & DEVELOPMENT, CEMENTIS GROUP

As Head of Group Innovation, Research & Development at Cementis, Binyu Zhang leads the company’s innovation and R&D efforts across Mauritius, Reunion, Mayotte, Comoros, and Seychelles. Her responsibilities include new products formulation to cater clients’ needs, spearheading innovation initiatives, carbon emissions assessment, and developing a roadmap to achieve carbon neutrality for Cementis Group. Binyu also manages both the quality control laboratory and the R&D laboratory in Mauritius, piloting government funded collaborative R&D projects with international academia institutions

Holding a PhD in Civil and Environmental Engineering from The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Binyu brings over 9 years of experience in science-oriented research and application-oriented projects. Her work in low-carbon cement and eco-construction materials has been published in prestigious academic journals such as “Cement and Concrete Composites” and “Materials and Structures”. Her dedication to reducing carbon emissions significantly contribute to Cementis’ mission to drive sustainable growth and environmental responsibility.

A recognised leader both locally and internationally, Heba Capdevila-Jangeerkhan sits on the boards of multiple prestigious companies and has extensive experience in strategic development, transformation, and performance improvement. Having held several key positions within the Taylorsmith Group and as CEMENTIS Group COO for a year, Heba Capdevila-Jangeerkhan draws on her thorough knowledge of the cement industry to ensure operational excellence as the new CEO for the 6 Indian Ocean islands of Mauritius, Reunion, Madagascar, Mayotte, Comoros and Seychelles.

HEAD OF REGIONAL HEALTH, SAFETY, AND SECURITY, CEMENTIS GROUP

Chundun Heeramun’s journey into the cement industry began in 2005, following a decade-long career as a Nursing Officer and Occupational Safety and Health Inspector in the Government sector. His passion for ensuring safety and well-being spans over 30 years, marked by significant milestones including his role as a Lead Auditor in Safety for Lafarge Holcim’s Middle East and Africa region. In 2018, Chundun was entrusted with the role of Head of Regional Health, Safety, and Security for the Indian Ocean region at CEMENTIS. He also holds an MBA and a Master’s degree in Safety, Health, and Environment from the UK. His profound understanding of international safety standards and commitment to fostering a culture of health and safety excellence make him an invaluable leader at CEMENTIS, ensuring the company upholds the highest standards of safety across its operations.