Caribbean Cement reports improved supply following weather-related disruptions

KINGSTON, Jamaica — Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCCL) says cement availability has improved significantly in recent weeks, with supply increasing by more than 20 per cent after heavy rainfall in April disrupted operations.In a statement on Wednesday, Managing Director Jorge Martinez said the company has been taking steps to stabilise supply and meet strong demand across the local market.“Between April and May 2026, CCCL increased production by more than 50 per cent and customer dispatches by over 23 per cent, driving record sales of about 110,757 metric tonnes and surpassing the previous high of 108,500 metric tonnes set in March 2021 during COVID-19,” Martinez said.“To support local demand, we also leveraged our Cemex network to import up to 23,852 metric tonnes of cement at the end of May, with additional shipments to reinforce supply and maintain market stability,” he added.The company said it has introduced several strategic initiatives aimed at improving operational efficiency and customer service. These include expanding warehouse capacity across the island, prioritising the reliability of finished products and adding equipment to increase production output.CCCL is also partnering with the Incorporated Master Builders’ Association to develop a database of selected construction projects, a move intended to enhance planning and supply management.In addition, the company is strengthening its customer communication systems to provide more timely updates and support.Caribbean Cement said it remains committed to maintaining a reliable and sustainable cement supply to support Jamaica’s ongoing development and economic growth.