Nanolike gives the cement industry a bold new advantage: powered by intelligent sensors and cloud-based analytics. Its flagship platform, SiloConnect, monitors silo inventory in real time without intrusive installations, turning guesswork into actionable intelligence. The result: fewer stock-outs, smarter fleet utilization, and leaner transport costs—all converging to create a more efficient, data-driven supply chain.
Partnering with global cement leader Holcim Ltd., Nanolike is not merely deploying sensors; it is redefining supply-chain logistics across multiple continents. Each connected silo strengthens a growing digital network that transforms reactive inventory management into predictive precision, a foundation for long-term operational excellence.
In essence, Nanolike isn’t just selling technology; it’s reshaping the way cement producers think about flow, cost, and control. Every bag of cement becomes less a matter of chance and more a product of strategic foresight.
During an exclusive conversation with The Interview World at the 15th Cement Expo 2025, Jean-Jacques Bois, President of Nanolike Inc., delved into how technologies like SiloConnect are revolutionizing the cement industry. He outlined the economic advantages these innovations deliver, explained how customers achieve measurable savings, discussed Nanolike’s international footprint, and shared his perspective on the Indian market.
The following are the key insights from this engaging dialogue.
Q: Could you elaborate on your SiloConnect solution and how it specifically addresses the operational challenges of the cement industry?
A: SiloConnect is an intelligent solution designed to optimize cement suppliers’ logistics operations. By connecting Ready-Mix Concrete (RMC) and cement silos, it enables real-time monitoring of inventory levels. With this data, suppliers can precisely determine when to dispatch trucks, prevent customer shortages, and streamline delivery schedules. As a result, they gain complete visibility into their customers’ inventory, allowing them to manage logistics with greater efficiency, accuracy, and control.
Q: What economic advantages does your solution deliver to customers in the cement industry?
A: Our customers typically achieve substantial savings in logistics, particularly in truck operations. On average, they experience a 10–20% improvement in fleet efficiency. By minimizing truck idle time at RMC plants, they significantly reduce operational delays and fuel waste. Consequently, the majority of their cost savings come from optimized logistics performance.
Q: You’ve mentioned that customers can achieve savings of around $20,000 per silo. Could you explain how this figure is calculated?
A: Our customers have measured the impact firsthand. For example, a major team in Mexico found that, before implementing SiloConnect, their cement trucks waited over four hours on average before unloading, simply because the site wasn’t ready. After deploying SiloConnect, they dramatically reduced this waiting time. By tracking the resulting decrease in driver hours and transport expenses, they were able to quantify significant annual cost savings.
Q: Could you share the global footprint of your operations and the key markets you serve?
A: We operate offices in France, Canada, and Brazil, and we proudly serve customers in more than 30 countries worldwide.
Q: Could you share the typical operational capacity or volume of cement transportation your company handles for clients?
A: We partner with cement suppliers of all sizes, from major industry leaders to small local producers, because our solution adapts seamlessly to every operation.
Q: How do you view the Indian market and its potential for your solutions?
A: The Indian market is vast and complex, especially for a European company. That’s why we’re here at the show—to connect with potential partners and explore opportunities to expand our presence in India.
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