Çimsa has confirmed that construction of its new cement grinding plant in Houston, Texas, has been completed, expanding its production capabilities.
The new grey cement grinding plant was established by Çimsa’s Cimsa Americas Cement Manufacturing and Sales Corporation via an investment of $82 million USD.
The new grinding plant, which can produce around 600,000 tonnes per year, adds to the company’s cement grinding capacity, which includes a white cement grinding plant that has an annual capacity of 300,000 tonnes.
The Houston facility is Çimsa’s second grey cement production hub outside Türkiye and a move that bolsters its presence in the US cement market.
“We are proud to launch production at our new facility in the U.S. We have long maintained a presence in the American market through exports, but this new investment, realized through our established US subsidiary, marks a true turning point for us. We are no longer just an exporter to the US, we are now a local producer,” Çimsa chief executive officer Umut Zenar said.
“This gives us logistical advantages and enables us to serve our customers much faster and more efficiently. At the same time, with our local production capacity in the U.S., we aim to increase our sales volumes and further strengthen our market position.
“The grey cement market is, of course, far more competitive. However, with the strength of our brand, our solid reputation, our high product and service quality, and our dynamic and capable organisation, we are confident that we will achieve significant success in a short time. Operating in the US construction sector, one of the world’s largest construction and infrastructure markets, with both our grey and white cement products will not only strengthen our global footprint but also help increase the share of foreign currency-based revenues in Çimsa’s total income.”
It continues Çimsa’s expansion in key markets around the world following the acquisition of Mannok in Ireland and the UK in 2024 and the Buñol plant in Valencia, Spain, in 2021.
“Our goal was to transform Çimsa into a global building materials company by expanding geographically and diversifying our product range. Throughout this journey, we have strengthened our existing operations while advancing through international acquisitions and new investments,” Zenar said.
“As the way of doing business around the world continues to evolve, one of the key factors that positively distinguishes global companies is their proximity to customers. With the strategic strength provided by our local production capabilities, we aim to ensure continuity in supply and consistently create greater value for our customers.”
