Luís Novais holds a degree in Chemical Engineering and an MBA from Católica Lisbon School of Business & Economics. With over 20 years of experience in the cement industry, he has held operational roles across several countries, including Portugal, Tunisia, Lebanon and Brazil, with a strong focus on improving plant performance in clinker and cement production.

As a co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer of UTIS, Luís combines extensive industrial experience with a deep understanding of combustion optimization and decarbonization. He has been closely involved in the international development and implementation of UTIS technologies, supporting industrial companies in improving operational performance, reducing fuel consumption and lowering CO2 emissions.

His experience brings together a practical understanding of cement plant operations with the development and deployment of innovative technologies designed to support a more efficient and sustainable industry.