KINGSTON, Jamaica—Caribbean Cement Company Limited (CCC), Jamaica’s exclusive cement manufacturer, has officially addressed growing concerns over supply chain disruptions, confirming that while nationwide production continues at maximum capacity, recent adverse weather conditions have temporarily impeded delivery logistics.
The Rockfort-based industrial giant issued a public statement acknowledging customer experiences of delayed cement deliveries, emphasizing that resolving these logistical challenges remains their utmost priority. This assurance comes following the company’s substantial US$42-million (J$6.7-billion) debottlenecking initiative, which successfully boosted overall production capacity by approximately 30%.
According to the company’s technical explanation, persistent rainfall introduced excess moisture into key raw materials, creating minor operational setbacks. CCC confirms these production issues have been comprehensively resolved, with delivery schedules now returning to normalized operations.
The implications of cement availability are particularly significant for Jamaica’s construction sector, which relies exclusively on CCC’s domestic production and limited regulated imports. Buying House Cement Limited serves as the sole authorized cement importer, operating under an annual cap of 120,000 tonnes—a secondary supply stream that remains unchanged amid current circumstances.
Market analysts note that while temporary delays may cause localized disruptions, the fundamental production infrastructure remains robust and fully operational, preventing any actual shortage of cement materials within the Jamaican market.