Best Cement Manufacturers in Bangladesh (2024)

Cement is a must-have component for any infrastructural development. It helps the modern construction industry grow rapidly. Bangladesh, as a developing country, focuses on many construction works as follows the present technology strategy. The necessity of higher-quality cement is growing daily. Previously, Bangladesh imported a large percentage of cement from overseas. But now Bangladesh exports cement to other countries. 

According to the Bangladesh Cement Manufacturers Association (BCMA), Bangladesh has 29 registered cement manufacturers. Let's learn about the best cement manufacturers in Bangladesh with a quick overview.

Top 10 Best Cement Manufacturers in Bangladesh

Cement manufacturers in Bangladesh are trying to maintain global standards to deliver the best quality cement to customers. Here, I have tried to list the top 10 best cement manufacturers in Bangladesh.

1. Bashundhara Ind. Complex Ltd

Bashundhara is the first cement manufacturer in Bangladesh. Though it was founded in 1992, commercial production started on 15th January 1996. Bashundhara Cement has two units of manufacturing hub under 'Bashundhara Industrial Complex Ltd.' The two units are in Mongla and Madangonj. Bashundhara uses the latest technologies to meet the growing demand for Cement. The distribution network of Bashundhara is excellent. It has become a top cement company in Bangladesh.

• Founded: 1996
• Headquarters: Bashundhara Industrial Headquarters, Plot-3, Block-G (Umme Kulsum Road), Bashundhara R/A, Dhaka-1229, Bangladesh
• Website: www.bashundharacement.com
• Production capacity: 16,840 MTs/Day

2. LafargeHolcim (BD) Ltd

LafargeHolcim Bangladesh Ltd.(LHBL) is one of the top cement manufacturers in Bangladesh. It is a joint venture of Holcim of Switzerland and Cementos Molins of Spain. Holcim Cement Bangladesh Ltd. was established in 1997. LHBL is the biggest foreign direct investment in Bangladesh's cement industry. LHBL has expert manpower to maintain its operations. More than 3000 people work directly and indirectly at LHBL. Thus, this cement company also creates a big job opportunity for local people.

It has one fully integrated cement plant in Chhatak, Sunamganj. The basic raw material of Cement, Limestone, is brought in from Meghalaya, India, using a 17-kilometre overland long belt. LHBL also has three grinding stations in Narayanganj, Meghnaghat and Mongla. All the operational functions of Holcim Bangladesh follow Global standards. LHBL offers custom cement solutions for various types of construction. Recently, they contributed to the development of the Rooppur Nuclear Power Plant.

LHBL is contributing to eco-friendly production and other corporate social responsibility. The company also imports high-quality aggregates from its Chhatak Plant. Its activity has also empowered Bangladeshi people in education and healthcare.

• Founded: 11th November, 1997
• Headquarters: Nina Kabbo, Level-7, 227/A Bir Uttam Mir Shawkat Sarak (Gulshan Tejgaon Link Road), Tejgaon, Dhaka, Dhaka 1208, BD
• Website: www.lafargeholcim.com.bd
• Production capacity: 11,500 T/Day

3. Crown Cement PLC

Crown Cement PLC is one of the top cement manufacturers in Bangladesh. It was previously known as M. I. Cement Factory Limited. The company has received national and international recognition for its contribution to the cement industry. Crown Cement PLC has received the ICMAB Best Corporate Award multiple times and the National Export Trophy three times. It is constantly contributing to Bangladesh's industrial growth.

Crown Cement was listed in DSE and CSE in 2011 through an IPO. Since then, the growing business of Crown Cement PLC has earned shareholder confidence. It has been exporting Cement since 2003. Currently, it has around 50% market share for cement export. India is its top export market.

Crown Cement PLC produces high-quality Cement according to the construction structure. Three basic cement solutions by Crown Cement are Portland Cement(PC), Portland Composite Cement(PCC) and Crown Ready Mix Concrete.

• Founded: 31st December, 1994
• Headquarters: Delta Life Tower (3rd & 6th floor), Plot-37, Road-45 (South) & 90 (North), Gulshan-2 Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh.
• Website: crowncement.com
• Production capacity: 19,000 MT/Day

4. Shah Cement Ind. Ltd

Shah Cement is a renowned cement brand by Abul Khair Group. It is popular among housebuilders and other heavy construction workers. The manufacturing unit uses the largest vertical roller mill, which makes it the single largest cement vertical roller Mill facility. The Guinness World Record recognises it. Shah Cement Industries Ltd.'s total production capacity is 10 million metric tons per annum. This manufacturing power also helps the country's development.

The distribution network is served by both inbound and outbound logistics. Shah Cement Ind. Ltd. even has its own 17-megawatt power supply to ensure uninterrupted cement production. The quality management system follows global standards, and more than 10,000 employees work there. Shah Cement uses the latest HRM software to manage its employees effectively.

• Founded: 2002
• Headquarters: Level-13, Plot-6, Road-93, North Avenue, Gulshan-2, Dhaka, Gulshan 1212, BD
• Website: www.shahcement.com
• Production capacity: 10 million metric tons per annum

5. Akij Cement Company Ltd

Akij Cement Company Limited was established in 2002 as a strategic business unit of Akij Resources Limited. The company has over 1800 expert employees and utilises the latest VRM technology to achieve the best possible output. Akij Cement is the first in Bangladesh to use vertical roller mill technology to provide the highest quality cement. It produces fly ash-free cement by using slag.

Akij Cement has a dedicated research and development team that focuses on understanding customer needs and developing solutions accordingly. The company's distribution network for its Cement products covers both water and land transportation. In addition, its backward linkage is supported by ten mother vessels and 45 lighter ships. Akij has become one of the best cement companies in Bangladesh.

• Founded: 3rd November 2002
• Headquarters: Akij House, 198 Bir Uttam Mir Shawkat Sarak, Gulshan Link Road, Tejgaon, Dhaka-1208.
• Website: www.akijcement.com
• Production capacity: 8,640 MTs/Day

6. Aman Cement

Aman Cement Mills was established in 2001 and became operational in 2003 as a concern of Aman Group. It is located in Ullapara, Sirajganj, in the northern part of Bangladesh. The company's management is divided into two parts - the factory and the head office.

The capacity of this first unit is 750 MT/Day. The area of this Aman Cement production unit is 5 acres. To meet the growing demand, they established UNIT-2 in 2011, which covered 35 acres area. This is located at Sonargaon, Narayangonj, at the River site of Megna. The production of Aman Cement Mills Unit-2 Ltd. is 10000 MT per day. The main product of Aman Cement Mills is VRM Grinding Cement. Almost 1500 employees work in the second unit. 

• Founded: 2006
• Headquarters: 2 Ishakha Avenue, Sector # 6, Uttara Model Town, Dhaka-1230, Bangladesh
• Website: www.amancement.com
• Production capacity: 750 MTs/Day

7. Meghna Cement Mills Ltd

Meghna Cement Mills PLC (MCMPLC) is the first manufacturing enterprise of the Bashundhara Group that started its operation on 15th January 1996. It is one of the pioneers of cement manufacturers in Bangladesh. The organisation was founded in 1992 on the bank of the Pashur River. It uses 9.83 acres of land in the industrial zone of Mongla Port. It mainly produces Portland cement by following all global standards. MCMPLC has a communication infrastructure. It connects other regions of Bangladesh through rivers and roads. After a successful public offering, the company was listed with the DSE and CSE in 1995 and 1996, respectively.

The company sell cement products under the brand name "KING BRAND". KING BRAND CEMENT holds a dominant position in the market by providing the best Cement to customers. The name KING BRAND has become a leading cement brand in Bangladesh. MCMPLC has an efficient distribution channel and effective human resource management to ensure the best operation. Currently, MCMPLC has a production capacity of approximately 1.2 million MT per annum.

• Founded: 1992
• Headquarters: Bashundhara Industrial Head Quarters-1, Plot- 3, Umme Kulsum Road, Block-G, Dhaka 1229
• Website: www.meghnacement.com
• Production capacity: 1.2 million MT/annum

8. Siamcity Cement (BD) Ltd

Siam City Cement (Bangladesh) Limited (SCCBD) is a subsidiary of SCCC Group. It was reformed after the acquisition of Cemex Cement. It mainly produces Portland Composite Cement, which accounts for around 95% of the total production. It believes in eco-friendly production to improve the CO2 footprint in the long term. 20218 was a successful sales year for Siam City Cement.

The Siam City Cement plant is situated on the banks of the Sitalakshya River in Narayanganj. The grinding station covers an area of 12.5 acres.

• Founded: 2000
• Headquarters: Block-C, Road-11, Banani, Tower-52, Level-9, Dhaka, Bangladesh 1213, BD
• Website: www.siamcitycement.com
• Production capacity: 6,000 MTs/Day

9. Seven Rings (BD) Ltd

Shun Shing Group, a Hong Kong Group, has invested in Bangladesh to support the cement business. In 1999, Shun Shing Group invested to build Seven Circle Bangladesh Ltd. The first production was 0.5 million tons per annum in 2001. They sell their products under the brand name Seven Rings Cement. The affordable price and high-quality Cement make Seven Rings Cement one of the top cement brands in Bangladesh.

The first unit of Seven Rings Cement was established near the Shitalakha River. The current production target is to cover the demand of Greater Dhaka, Mymensingh, Sylhet and Cumilla. The production capacity is 1.9 Million M/tons per annum.

The second unit of SSCML in Bangladesh was founded near the Rupsha River, Khulna. Seven Rings Cement's annual production capacity is 1.5 Million tons. To meet growing customer demand, they are trying to build a production facility for 5 Million tons per year in Gazipur.

The current combined production capacity is 8.4 Million Tons per annum. Thus, Seven Rings Cement became one of Bangladesh's largest cement manufacturing companies.

• Founded: 1999
• Headquarters: 28, Landview (7th, 8th & 9th Floor) Gulshan-2, Dhaka, Bangladesh
• Website: https://sevenringscement.com
• Production capacity: 2,400 MTs/Day

10. Metrocem Cement Ltd

Metrocem Cement Limited produces one of the highest quality cement in Bangladesh. It started the journey of cement products in 2000 with only 800 Metric Tons per day (MTPD) cement plant capacity. In 2016, Metrocem Cement Limited achieved a production capacity of 2600 MTPD. Metrocem is highly focused on environmentally friendly production. Fly Ash supports their Eco-friendly Brick manufacturing. This production idea helps to minimise the environmental effect of production. Metrocem Cement Ltd. exported Cement to India since 2017.

Metrocem's cement plants are built with modern technologies to deliver efficient services. Metrocem Cement has skilled employees who are experts in the best technologies for cement production, such as Ball Mill Close Circuit, Schrenk Process Weigh Feeder, Full PLC system, ERP System, FLS Ventomatic Rotary Packer, Pneumatic Fly-ash Unloading, and Modern Barge Loading System. 

Metrocem Cement has an expert engineering team for the research and development of its products. Moreover, its Quality control team always tries to deliver the best product at an affordable price. Finally, excellent management guides the full team and uses top ERP software to provide the best output for the Metrocem business.

• Founded: 2000
• Headquarters: Venture Tower (Level-8, 9 & 10), 3 Bir Uttam A.K. Khandakar Road, Mohakhali C/A, Dhaka-1212
• Website: www.metrocemcement.com.bd
• Production capacity:2,600 MTs/Day

Other Renowned Cement Manufacturers In Bangladesh

11. Diamond Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1998
• Headquarters: 220 Strand Road, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 1.35 million M/T per Year

12. Premier Cement Mills Ltd

• Founded: 2004
• Headquarters: TK Bhaban (12th Floor), 13 Kawran Bazar, Dhaka-1215, Bangladesh
• Website: www.premiercement.com
• Production capacity: 2.4 Million Metric Tons per annum

13. S. Alam Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1999
• Headquarters: 2119, Asadgonj, Chittagong, Bangladesh.
• Website: https://www.s.alamgroupbd.com/
• Production capacity: 1,200 MTs/Day

14. Heidelberg Cement Bangladesh

• Founded: 1998
• Headquarters: Symphony, Plot-SE(F), 9th Floor, Road-142, Gulshan Avenue, Gulshan-1, Dhaka-1212, Bangladesh
• Website: www.heidelbergcementbd.com
• Production capacity: 3.4 Million Metric Tons per annum

15. Bengal Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1998
• Headquarters: 75, Suhrawardi Avenue, Block-K, Baridhara, Dhaka-1212
• Website: www.bengalcement.com
• Production capacity: 2,200 MTs/Day

16. Confidence Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1994
• Headquarters: Gazi Tower (14th Floor), 1/A, Monipuripara, Tejgaon, Dhaka-1215, Bangladesh
• Website: www.confidencegroup.com.bd
• Production capacity: 1,500 MTs/Day

17. Nowapara Cement Mills Ltd

• Founded: 2000
• Headquarters: H-03 (New), 390 (Old), Sima Blossom, Road No-16 (New), 27 (Old), Dhanmondi, Dhaka 1205
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 1,00,000(One Lac) M.T per annum

18. Royal Cement Ltd

• Founded: 2001
• Headquarters: Kabir Manzil, Sheikh Mujib Road, Agrabad, Chittagong
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 3,200 MTs/Day

19. Eastern Cement Ind. Ltd

• Founded: 1994
• Headquarters: Level-2, 21 Kazi Nazrul Islam Ave, Dhaka-1000
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 1,200 MTs/Day

20. Mongla Cement Factory

• Founded: 1994
• Headquarters: Mongla Port Industrial Area, Mongla, Bagerhat, Bangladesh
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 1,000 MTs/Day

21. Olympic Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1999
• Headquarters: Green Grandeur (11th Floor) 58 Kamal Ataturk Avenue, Block-E, Banani, Dhaka
• Website: www.olympiccement.com
• Production capacity: 5,600 MTs/Day

22. Aramit Cement Ltd

• Founded: 1995
• Headquarters: 53, Kalurghat Heavy Industrial Estate, Mohara, Chattogram-4208
• Website: aramitcement.com
• Production capacity: 5,10,000 MT per year

23. Madina Cement Ind. Ltd

• Founded: 1999
• Headquarters: Madina Square (4th Floor), 64/A, Shahid Buddhijibi Munir Chowdhury Sharak (Central Road), Dhanmondi, Dhaka-1205.
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 4700 TPD
• Brand: Tiger Cement and Three Rings Cement

24. Anwar Cement Ltd

• Founded: 2002
• Headquarters: Baitul Hossain Building (14th Floor), 27, Dilkusha C/A, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
• Website: www.anwargroup.com
• Production capacity: Yearly Capacity 1 million ton

25. AR Cement Mills Ltd

• Founded: 2004
• Headquarters: Sonapatty Pabna-6600
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 600 MTs/Day

26. Jessore Cement Mills Ltd

• Founded: 1995
• Headquarters: 71, Mohakhali C/A, Dhaka -1212
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 600 MTs/Day

27. NGS Cement Ind. Ltd

• Founded: 2002
• Headquarters: NGS Chamber (4th Floor),1674 Asadgonj, Anwara Upazila Chattogram
• Website: N/A
• Production capacity: 600 MTs/Day

28. Mir Cement Ltd

• Founded: 2003
• Headquarters: House # B-147 , Road # 22, Level #04, Mohakhali DOHS, Dhaka – 1206
• Website: www.mircement.com
• Production capacity: 2,400 MTs/Day

29. Deshbandhu Cement Mills Ltd

• Founded: 2006
• Headquarters: Deshbandhu Group, Mostafa Centre, House # 59, Road # 27, Block # K, Banani, Dhaka-1213, Bangladesh
• Website: www.dbg.com.bd
• Production capacity: 900 MTs/Day

Conclusion

Bangladesh has experienced significant development in recent years. Numerous public and private mega-constructions have improved the country's infrastructure and increased working performance. As the economy grows, people are also constructing high-rise buildings. All of this infrastructure requires high-quality cement. The rising demand for cement creates business opportunities for cement manufacturers. Previously, Bangladesh relied on foreign cement suppliers, but now it is exporting cement to other countries. Many cement manufacturers have entered the stock market to raise capital and expand their businesses. Therefore, the future looks promising for Bangladeshi cement manufacturers.

You can choose from these Bangladeshi cement manufacturers or brands if you need cement for any construction work. Additionally, you can invest in cement manufacturing companies to help the cement industry in Bangladesh grow.
 

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