In January 2025, grey cement production in Colombia fell by 5.9% to 0.95Mt, while domestic shipments decreased by 3.0%, reflecting lower demand in the construction industry. Cumulative production from February 2024 to January 2025 was 13.3Mt, marking a 5.7% year-on-year decline. Experts warn that these trends could negatively affect construction activity moving forward.
In January 2025, Colombia experienced a notable decline in grey cement production, which fell by 5.9% compared to the previous year, totaling 0.95 million tons (Mt). This downturn is accompanied by a 3.0% decrease in domestic shipments, indicating a decline in demand within the construction sector, as reported by the National Administrative Department of Statistics (DANE).
DANE further revealed that cumulative production from February 2024 to January 2025 amounted to 13.3 Mt, reflecting a year-on-year decrease of 5.7% over the same timeframe last year. Notably, domestic shipments plummeted, contributing to an overall decline of 12.1 Mt. Industry analysts express concern that such production numbers may adversely affect the pace of construction activity in Colombia in the forthcoming months.
The reduction in grey cement production in Colombia signifies a concerning trend in the construction sector, with a 5.9% year-on-year decline recorded in January 2025. Coupled with a noticeable decrease in domestic shipments, the situation raises alarms about the potential impacts on future construction activities in the nation. As industry experts interpret these figures, caution is advised regarding upcoming projects and their feasibility.
Original Source: www.globalcement.com
