Blended Cement Market Report 2025

The blended cement market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $342.06 billion in 2024 to $361.43 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.7%. The growth during the historic period can be attributed to rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion, increased government spending on construction, the availability of cost-efficient cement alternatives, growing awareness of environmental advantages, a surge in industrial and commercial developments, and supportive construction-related policies.

The blended cement market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $443.98 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.3%. The projected growth during the forecast period can be attributed to the increasing emphasis on sustainable construction, a growing trend toward the use of calcined clays, a shift toward performance-based construction standards, greater acceptance of green building certifications, and rising demand for eco-friendly cement solutions. Key trends expected in this period include technological advancements in low-carbon cement production, improvements in blending processes, development of alternative supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs), the adoption of digital technologies and automation in manufacturing, and increased collaboration among major cement industry players.

The increase in construction activities is playing a significant role in driving the growth of the blended cement market. Construction activities encompass the various stages involved in building, renovating, or demolishing structures such as residential homes, commercial buildings, roads, and other infrastructure developments. This surge is primarily fueled by substantial government investments aimed at enhancing national infrastructure, including the development of highways, rail networks, and urban facilities to stimulate economic progress and improve connectivity. Blended cement is widely used in construction due to its enhanced durability, reduced heat during curing, and improved workability, making it particularly suitable for large-scale infrastructure as well as residential and commercial projects. For example, in November 2024, the UK’s Office for National Statistics reported that total construction output in the United Kingdom increased by approximately 0.8 percent in the third quarter of 2024 compared to the second quarter, driven entirely by a 2 percent rise in new construction activities. As a result, the growing volume of construction work is contributing to the expansion of the blended cement market.

Companies operating in the blended cement sector are focusing on introducing innovative products like specially formulated cements to improve performance, meet project-specific demands, and promote sustainable construction practices. These special blended cements are created by mixing Portland cement with additional materials such as fly ash, slag, silica fume, or limestone to achieve desired technical properties. For instance, in January 2024, Unique Cement Industries Ltd., a cement manufacturer based in Bangladesh, launched Dhalai Special Cement, a distinctive type of blended cement. This product combines the features of Portland Composite Cement (PCC) and Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), delivering roughly 25 percent greater durability than traditional PCC and reaching OPC-level strength within just two days. Its rapid hardening capacity shortens the need for prolonged shuttering, saving both time and labor costs, and making it ideal for casting elements like roofs, columns, floors, and beams. Dhalai Special Cement supports Bangladesh’s infrastructure growth by offering both strength and efficiency in construction projects.

In August 2024, Ambuja Cements Limited, an Indian cement manufacturing company, acquired Penna Cement Industries for an undisclosed amount. Through this acquisition, Ambuja aims to significantly increase its production capacity and strengthen its presence in the rapidly expanding southern Indian market. The deal also enables Ambuja to leverage Penna’s established logistics network and operational facilities to improve supply chain performance, increase market penetration, and move closer to its goal of becoming a leading cement producer across India. Penna Cement Industries is an India-based company, known for manufacturing blended cement, including Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC).

Major players in the blended cement market are Holcim Ltd., Heidelberg Materials AG., Anhui Conch Cement Company Limited, The Siam Cement Public Company Limited, Siam Cement Group, CEMEX S.A.B. de C.V., UltraTech Cement Limited, Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, Buzzi Unicem S.p.A., Taiwan Cement Corp., Cimpor Cimentos de Portugal SGPS S.A., Titan Cement Group, ACC Limited, InterCement Participacoes SA, Cement Australia Pty Limited, Dalmia Bharat Limited, Dyckerhoff GmbH., Lafarge S.A., Zuari Cement Limited, Sinoma International Engineering Co., Ltd., Tianrui Group.

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in blended cement market in 2024. Asia-Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in blended cement report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the blended cement market report are Australia, Brazil, China, France, Germany, India, Indonesia, Japan, Russia, South Korea, UK, USA, Canada, Italy, Spain.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

The steep increase in U.S. tariffs and the triggered trade tensions in spring 2025 are profoundly impacting the metal and minerals sector by disrupting supply chains for automakers, appliance manufacturers, and infrastructure projects. Domestic mills have raised prices in response to reduced import competition, but capacity constraints limit their ability to meet demand. Mining firms, meanwhile, grapple with retaliatory tariffs on mineral exports, particularly lithium and rare earths. Industry players are investing in scrap metal recycling, lobbying for exemptions, and forming joint ventures with overseas producers to secure stable supply.

Blended cement is a form of cement produced by combining Portland cement with supplementary cementitious materials such as fly ash, slag, silica fume, or natural pozzolans. These additives are incorporated in different ratios to enhance the performance and environmental sustainability of the cement. Compared to ordinary Portland cement, blended cement provides increased durability, lower heat of hydration, improved workability, and greater resistance to chemical attacks.

The primary types of blended cement include Portland pozzolana cement (PPC), Portland slag cement (PSC), composite cement, and others. Portland pozzolana cement is created by blending ordinary Portland cement (OPC) with pozzolanic substances like fly ash, volcanic ash, or silica fumes. These cements are distributed through various channels such as direct sales, retail sales, online platforms, and wholesale distributors, and are used in applications including precast and cast-in-place construction. Major end-user industries encompass residential construction, commercial and institutional buildings, transportation infrastructure, and marine construction.

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The blended cement market consists of sales of products including composite cement, fly ash blended cement, limestone blended cement, silica fume blended cement, and portland slag cement. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, that is, the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD, unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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