Concreat Holdings Philippines, formerly Cemex, a majority-owned subsidiary of DMCI Holdings Inc, has commenced operations of a new production line at its Solid Cement Plant in Antipolo City, raising its total annual capacity to 7.2 million metric tons (MT) as of April 2025, up 26% from 5.7 MT.
The expansion increased the Antipolo facility’s capacity from 1.9 MT to 3.4 MT and is a key part of the company’s turnaround strategy.
The upgraded line, which passed confirmatory testing, features a more efficient kiln and uses Semirara coal to reduce production costs and emissions.
“This expansion is a pivotal step in Concreat’s turnaround. With higher capacity, a more efficient kiln, and the use of Semirara coal, we are rebuilding momentum and lowering production costs—laying the groundwork for long-term recovery,” said President and CEO Herbert M. Consunji.
The facility is equipped with energy-efficient technologies expected to yield annual energy savings and cut emissions. The project also received fiscal incentives and an income tax holiday from the Board of Investments (BOI), recognizing its role in strategic industrial development.
Beyond output gains, the expansion is expected to generate direct and indirect jobs in surrounding communities and promote long-term local resilience through skills training and livelihood programs.
Concreat is a major domestic cement manufacturer producing under the APO, Rizal, and Island brands. It operates through APO Cement Corp and Solid Cement Corp, offering products such as Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) widely used in large-scale construction.
The rebranding to Concreat Holdings Philippines from Cemex Holdings Philippines marks a new strategic direction for the company under DMCI’s leadership.
The change signals a sharper focus on operational efficiency, sustainability, and alignment with local supply chains, including fuel sourcing from fellow DMCI unit Semirara. It also aims to distance the company from past financial setbacks and reposition it as a revitalized and resilient player in the Philippine cement industry.
The refreshed identity underscores a commitment to national development through infrastructure and job creation, while promoting long-term investor and stakeholder confidence.
The move aligns with Concreat’s commitment to supporting national development through the supply of high-quality cement for key infrastructure projects, including roads, homes, and bridges.
MiningNewsPhilippines.com
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