One of the largest cement producers in the Denver-metro area will lay off a significant portion of its workforce in November, according to a company filing with the state. Cemex said in a letter to labor officials that at least 70 employees at its plant in Boulder County will be laid off starting on Nov. 21. The company cites a…
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Update: The Cement Industry in Latin America
By Mauro Nogarin Colombia and Peru reported positive results in cement production during the first two months of 2026, a trend reflecting continued government investment in public works. The situation was different in Brazil, where, despite the government’s social housing program, cement consumption fell by 5.1% during the same period.
Read MoreColorado County Reverses Cemex Plant Closure
Boulder County officials have reinstated Cemex’s right to operate its cement plant near Lyons, Colo., reversing a termination notice issued in April 2024. The plant has continued to operate throughout the administrative review process following Cemex’s appeal of the original decision.
Read MoreCemex Reports Record EBITDA in First Quarter
Cemex announced its first quarter 2026 results, reporting strong performance underpinned by disciplined execution of its transformation plan. EBITDA reached a record $794 million, increasing 34% year-over-year, driven by operational efficiencies, pricing strategy, operating leverage and stronger foreign exchange.
Read MoreCemex Enters Stucco Market with Omega Deal
Cemex reached an agreement to acquire all assets of Omega Products International, a manufacturer of stucco in the western United States. Omega generates approximately $23 million in EBITDA per year.
Read MoreCemex Net Income Up 2%
Cemex announced its results for the fourth quarter and full year of 2025, reporting strong progress across key transformation metrics. For the full year, free cash flow increased by 50%, adjusting for one-off items including severance and discontinued operations
Read MoreCemex Reports 5% Increase in Quarterly Sales
Cemex reported strong EBITDA growth and continued progress in its transformation strategy for the third quarter of 2025.
Read MoreCarib Cement Resumes Rockfort Operations; Helps with Hurricane Recovery Efforts
Caribbean Cement Company (Carib Cement) resumed cement dispatch operations at its Rockfort plant in Kingston, Jamaica, after conducting comprehensive safety checks and restoration work in the wake of Hurricane Melissa, reported the Jamaica Observer.
Read MoreCemex Divests Operations in Panama
Cemex successfully closed the sale of its operations in Panama to Dominican conglomerate Grupo Estrella for an enterprise value of $200 million.
Read MoreCemex Balcones Plant Advances Biodiversity, Community Programs
Cemex announced significant progress on sustainability initiatives at its Balcones cement plant and quarry in New Braunfels, Texas. At the heart of these efforts is the Cemex Nature Center, a 33‑acre open space dedicated to biodiversity, environmental education and community engagement.
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