Puerto Rico’s cement market grows by 8% in August

Cement sales in Puerto Rico saw a significant increase in August 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. According to data from Puerto Rico’s Bank for Economic Development (BDE), cement sales reached 56,444.1t in August 2025, an increase of 8.2% Year over Year (YoY) from the 52,183.8t sold in August 2024. July 2025 also showed promising numbers with a 7.7% YoY increase in cement sales to 58,945.9t from 54,718.6t in July 2024.

During the same timeframe, cement production in Puerto Rico experienced a significant boost. In August 2025, cement production surged by 26.7% YoY to 34,606.9t from 27,305.3t in August 2024. July 2025 also saw a rise in cement output, increasing by 2.3% YoY to 34,821.6t from 24,035.2t in July 2024.

Looking at the bigger picture of January to August 2025, Puerto Rico continued to show positive growth in cement sales and production. Cement sales in the first eight months of 2025 advanced by 8.1% YoY to 450,181t from 416,577t in the same period of 2024. Similarly, cement production during the January to August 2025 period increased by nine percent to 257,088t from 235,899t in the same period of 2024.

This growth in cement sales and production reflects a positive trend in the Puerto Rican cement market. Companies like Cruz Azul have also taken initiatives to capitalize on this growth, with the construction of a new cement plant in Seybaplaya. This new plant will further contribute to the expanding cement industry in the region.

Despite the positive outlook, the cement industry is not without its challenges. The American Cement Association (ACA) is preparing for potential repercussions from new tariffs that could impact the industry. This warning indicates a need for caution and strategic planning to navigate any obstacles that may arise in the future.

In other news, Flying Cement Co Ltd announced the unfortunate passing of its Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Agha Humayun Khan. This news comes as a reminder of the human element within the industry and serves as a moment of reflection for the entire cement community.

Overall, the cement market in Puerto Rico is on a growth trajectory, with increasing sales and production numbers painting a positive picture. While challenges may lie ahead, the industry’s resilience and adaptability will play a crucial role in overcoming any obstacles that come their way.