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Jamaica: Caribbean Cement has resumed cement despatch operations at its Rockfort plant following Hurricane Melissa. The company completed safety inspections and restoration work to confirm the structural integrity of the site before restarting operations, according to Our Today news. The producer said it can meet market demand without supply chain disruptions due to its ‘strong’ inventory levels and fully stocked packing warehouses. The company currently holds over 33,000t of clinker, sufficient to produce 44,000t of cement.

Managing director Jorge Martinez said “Our ability to resume the despatch of cement so quickly after Hurricane Melissa is a testament to the strength of our safety protocols, the resilience of our operations, and the dedication of our people. By ensuring all silos and warehouses were secure and fully stocked, we are well positioned to meet Jamaica’s construction needs without interruption.”

US: Eagle Materials reported ‘record’ revenues of US$639m for the second quarter of the 2026 financial year, ending on 30 September 2025. Net earnings were US$137m and adjusted earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) were US$233m. Cement revenues, including joint venture and intersegment sales, rose by 9% to US$385m, while operating earnings increased by 3% to US$120m, partially offset by lower cement prices. Cement sales volumes grew by 8% to 2.2Mt.

President and CEO Michael Haack said “Eagle's portfolio of businesses continued to perform well during the quarter, generating record revenues of $639m. Our cement sales volume was up by 8% as demand remained strong, driven primarily by federal, state and local spending on public infrastructure projects and continued elevated spending across private non-residential construction end markets.”

He added “We enter the second half of fiscal 2026 well-positioned to capitalise on near-and-longer-term growth opportunities, including the future recovery of the housing market, given our strong balance sheet and continued investments in upgrading our assets and network. During the second quarter, we continued to make good progress on modernising and expanding our Mountain Cement plant, and the project remains on time and within budget. This investment will lower the plant's cost structure, improve its reliability and expand its production capabilities, which will strengthen our already low-cost competitive position.”

US: Amrize reported third-quarter 2025 revenue of US$3.68bn, up by 6.6% from US$3.45bn in 2024, driven by strong infrastructure demand and improving commercial markets. The company’s building materials revenue grew by 8.7%, supported by higher volumes in aggregates and shingles, while adjusted earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) reached US$1.07bn. Net income was US$543m, down slightly from US$552m in 2024. Cement sales volumes rose by 6% to 7.1Mt during the third quarter.

Chair and CEO Jan Jenisch said “Together, we delivered strong revenue growth of 6.6% and free cash flow generation of US$674m, up by US$221m. Our Building Materials business had strong sales with increased customer demand, while margin was affected by a temporary equipment outage in our cement network. This quarter, we made progress across our key organic growth investments and kicked off new projects to expand production and improve efficiency.”

Mexico: Cemex has released its third quarter financial results, reporting a 5% rise in net sales and double-digit consolidated earnings before interest, taxation, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) growth, driven by operational efficiencies and higher prices. The company achieved US$90m in EBITDA savings through Project Cutting Edge and expects to reach its full-year target of US$200m.

During this period, Cemex completed the divestment of its operations in Panama and acquired a majority stake in US-based Couch Aggregates. In Europe, the company remains ahead of the European Cement Association’s 2030 CO₂ emissions target. Third-quarter sales in Mexico were down by 2% year-on-year to US$1.12bn, while EBITDA was up by 16% to US$369m. In the US, sales were down by 2% to US$1.31bn, while EBITDA was up by 4% to US$269m. In the Europe, Middle East and Africa region, sales were up by 11% to US$1.38bn, while EBITDA was up by 23% to US$247m. South, Central America and the Caribbean saw sales up by 6% to US$295m and EBITDA up by 55% to US$64m.

CEO Jaime Muguiro said “Our achievements in the quarter confirm that we are setting a strong foundation to position Cemex as a more focused, agile and high-performing company.”

US: Çimsa has started production at its new grey cement grinding facility in Houston through its subsidiary Cimsa Americas Cement Manufacturing and Sales Corporation, according to Yatirimlar news. The plant has an annual capacity of 600,000t/yr and commanded an investment of US$82m, reportedly making Çimsa the first and only Turkish cement producer with grey cement production operations in the US.

The company, which already operates a 300,000t/yr white cement grinding plant in the country, said the new facility strengthens its position in the US market by adding grey cement production capacity.

CEO Umut Zenar said “Our goal in doing so was to transform Çimsa into a global building materials company with both geographical production diversity and a differentiated product range. During this process, we strengthened our existing operations while continuing our path with international acquisitions and new investments. With the acquisition of the Bunol factory in Valencia, Spain, which we completed in 2021, we became the world's second largest producer in the white cement market. Then, with the Mannok investment we completed in 2024, we strengthened our presence, especially in Ireland and the UK, and accelerated our transformation with the new products we added to our portfolio. Today, we are happy to launch our new investment in the USA. We have been present in the US market for a long time through exports. This new investment, which we have implemented within our US-based company, is a turning point for us. We are no longer a brand that only exports to the USA, but also a player with on-site production power. In this way, we gain logistical advantages and offer much more to our customers. We will be able to provide fast and efficient service. We also aim to increase our sales volume and strengthen our market position with our local manufacturing capabilities in the US. It will also contribute to increasing the share of our foreign currency-based revenues.”

Bolivia: The municipal government of Santa Cruz de la Sierra has signed an agreement with Itacamba Cemento to recycle thousands of end-of-life tyres (ENDTs) into alternative fuel for cement production, according to the El Deber newspaper. The initiative was implemented through the Municipal Waste Management Company (Emacruz).

Under the agreement, discarded tyres collected from landfills will be transformed into thermal energy for use in Itacamba’s cement kilns, reducing waste and fossil fuel consumption. The tyres will be incinerated at temperatures exceeding 1400°C, with monitoring and gas-capture systems employed to prevent harmful emissions.

Mayor Jhonny Fernández said “We guarantee the responsible disposal of thousands of tonnes of tyres that would otherwise cause pollution or become breeding grounds for diseases like dengue. This is our tangible contribution to a healthier environment and better quality of life for our citizens.”

Itacamba Cemento general manager Marcelo Morales said “Co-processing is a globally recognised waste management method that complies with the waste hierarchy. Our kiln enables the complete and safe destruction of non-recyclable materials.”

Brazil: The cement industry closed the third quarter of 2025 on a positive note, with sales reaching 6.1Mt in September 2025, up by 4.6% year-on-year. From January to September 2025, cumulative sales stood at 50.3Mt, representing 3% year-on-year growth, according to preliminary figures released by the National Union of the Cement Industry (SNIC). The sector’s performance reflected mixed economic signals, with a robust labour market balancing the effects of high interest rates, rising defaults and elevated household debt. The unemployment rate fell to 5.6% in the quarter ending in August 2025, alongside record levels of formal employment and wage growth of 1.4%.

Despite these gains, overall economic activity has shown signs of slowing in the second half of 2025, with industry confidence stabilising in September 2025 after three months of decline. Given this context, SNIC projects a moderate 2% increase in cement consumption for 2025, supported by continued demand from housing and infrastructure projects.

“The cement industry demonstrates resilience by maintaining positive performance based on a sales recovery that began in 2024,” said Paulo Camillo Penna, president of SNIC. “However, the increased uncertainty in the economy creates an environment of caution. Our projections for 2025 reflect this moderation, but the focus on social housing and sustainable infrastructure solutions such as concrete paving will continue to drive consumption and support Brazil’s economic, social and environmental development.”

Bolivia: The Santa Cruz Chamber of Construction (Cadecocruz) has warned that the 65% increase in cement prices could ‘paralyse’ public and private construction projects across the country, according to Noticias Financieras. The organisation said the increase is inflating project costs, adding pressure to an industry that is reportedly already struggling with broader material price hikes. In response, the chamber has called for cement to be included among the materials covered by Supreme Decrees 5321 and 5452 on price readjustment, arguing that the measure would help to prevent work stoppages and job losses.

US: Silvi Cement, a division of Silvi Materials, has announced a significant expansion of its cementitious materials distribution network, with new facilities in North Carolina and Ohio.

The company has opened a temporary cement rail load-out facility at the deep-water port of Morehead City, North Carolina, now fully operational for pickup and delivery. Construction is also underway on a major cement import terminal at the same site, scheduled to open in 2027. The upcoming terminal will feature two 100,000t domes for Type I/II low-alkali cement and Grade 120 slag, with round-the-clock truck loading and direct rail loadout capabilities.

Silvi is simultaneously developing a large-scale, rail-served cement distribution terminal in Central Ohio, expected to open in spring 2026. Designed to handle over 250,000t/yr, the facility will distribute Type I/II low-alkali cement and Grade 120 slag to meet rising demand across the Midwest. Until the Morehead City domes are completed, both terminals will be supplied by rail from Silvi’s flagship cement terminal in Bristol, Pennsylvania, which houses three domes with a combined storage capacity of 165,000t.

Argentina: Cement dispatches in September 2025 reached 0.92Mt, a 0.5% increase compared to September 2024 and up by 3% from August 2025, according to data from the AFCP. Domestic shipments in September 2025 totalled 0.92Mt, while exports amounted to 5166t. Cumulative cement deliveries from January to September 2025 reached 7.5Mt, representing a 7% increase compared to the same period in 2024.