AALBORG WHITE CEMI52.5R Achieves NF PM Certification for Aggressive and Marine Environments

AALBORG WHITE CEM I 52.5 R is certified as CEM I 52,5 R CE PM NF under the NF-LIANTS HYDRAULIQUES scheme by AFNOR Certification.

The PM certification in accordance with NF P 15-317 confirms enhanced performance requirements specifically validated for concrete applications exposed to aggressive environments. 

In line with NF EN 206+A2/CN:2025, AALBORG WHITE CEM I 52.5 R is designed for exposure classes:

• XA2 to XA3 – Chemical attack, including sulphate environments
• XS1 to XS3 – Marine environments with chloride exposure

This combination of verified NF PM performance and clearly defined exposure class suitability positions AALBORG WHITE CEM I 52.5 R as a reliable white cement solution for aggressive environments, delivering enhanced durability while maintaining outstanding architectural aesthetics.

Case Study : Clemenceau Promenade Parapets Rehabilitation, Les Sables-d'Olonne

A recent project on the seafront promenade of Les Sables-d’Olonne illustrates the performance of Aalborg White cement in demanding marine environments. The rehabilitation of the Clemenceau promenade parapets required durable precast solutions capable of withstanding continuous exposure to coastal conditions while integrating with the architectural character of the seafront.

As part of the works, 350 precast elements were produced to form approximately 300 linear metres of breakwater parapets. The units were manufactured using white concrete, with a total volume of 480 m³. To ensure visual harmony with the surrounding seafront architecture, a 0.5% stone-tone pigment was incorporated into the mix.

Given the exposure to aggressive marine conditions, the elements were designed to meet the XS3 exposure class and achieve a C45/55 strength class. The mix design utilised CEMI52.5 R CE NF PM-classified Aalborg White cement, selected for its performance in structures exposed to marine environments.

The project was carried out in partnership with Socap Betsinor, whose expertise in precast manufacturing supported both the technical requirements and the aesthetic objectives of the rehabilitation works.