Low Heat Cements Global Market Report 2025

The low heat cements market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $5.63 billion in 2024 to $6.05 billion in 2025 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.4%. The growth during the historic period is driven by increasing infrastructure development, higher demand for durable concrete materials, rising urbanization and industrialization, expanding construction activities in emerging economies, and greater government investment in public infrastructure.

The low heat cements market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $7.93 billion in 2029 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7%. The growth during the forecast period is supported by wider adoption of sustainable cement solutions, greater focus on energy-efficient construction practices, increased investment in smart city projects, expansion of global transportation and utility infrastructure, and rising demand for low-emission construction materials. Key trends in this period include advancements in low-heat cement formulations, innovations in clinker reduction technology, progress in carbon capture and utilization processes, research into sustainable and high-performance binders, and technological improvements in automated cement production systems.

Rising investments in infrastructure development are expected to drive the growth of the low heat cements market in the coming years. Increased spending on infrastructure is driven by the need to support urbanization and economic growth in both emerging and developed regions. Such investments boost the demand for low-heat cements, which help reduce thermal cracking in large-scale concrete projects such as dams, bridges, and deep foundations. For example, in 2023, the Office for National Statistics reported that infrastructure investment in the UK reached $17.66 billion (£13.8 billion), marking a 3.9% rise from 2022. These growing investments are therefore supporting the expansion of the low heat cements market.

Major companies in the low heat cements market are developing advanced solutions such as blast furnace slag cement to enhance sustainability, reduce carbon emissions, and improve thermal performance and durability in large-scale projects. Blast furnace slag cement is produced by blending Portland cement clinker with granulated blast furnace slag, resulting in lower heat of hydration, increased durability, and a smaller carbon footprint. In November 2025, Bamburi Cement Limited, a Kenya-based manufacturer, launched DURAPLUS, a CEM III/A 42.5 N cement with over 45% lower CO₂ emissions than traditional Ordinary Portland Cement. Made using blast furnace slag from the iron industry, DURAPLUS aligns with circular economy principles and supports Kenya’s Vision 2030 and UN Sustainable Development Goals. It is designed for high performance, offering resistance to chlorides and sulfates, low heat of hydration to reduce thermal cracking, and suitability for challenging environments such as coastal and geothermal regions.

In July 2024, Seven Group Holdings Limited, an Australia-based industrial services and investment company, acquired Boral Limited for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition allows Seven Group to consolidate its holdings, strengthen its position in the building materials sector, and create long-term value through operational efficiency and strategic growth. Boral Limited is an Australian manufacturer and supplier of construction materials, including low heat cement, concrete, asphalt, and quarry products.

Major players in the low heat cements market are China National Building Material Group Co. Ltd., Heidelberg Materials AG, Anhui Conch Cement Company Limited, Cemex S.A.B. de C.V., UltraTech Cement Limited, Taiheiyo Cement Corporation, Vicat S.A., Mitsubishi UBE Cement Corporation, Shree Cement Limited, Dalmia Bharat Limited, The Siam Cement Public Company Limited (SCG), J.K. Cement Limited, The Ramco Cements Limited, Cement Australia Pty Limited, Buzzi Unicem S.p.A., JSW Cement Limited, Cockburn Cement Limited, Ecocem Materials Limited, Northern Cement Pty Limited, and Rain Cements Limited (RCL).

Asia-Pacific was the largest region in the low heat cements market in 2024, and it is expected to be the fastest-growing region in the forecast period. The regions covered in low heat cements report are Asia-Pacific, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East and Africa. The countries covered in the low heat cements 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 rapid escalation of U.S. tariffs and the resulting trade tensions in spring 2025 are significantly impacting the construction sector, particularly in materials procurement and project costs. Higher duties on imported steel, aluminum, lumber, and machinery have driven up expenses for builders, contractors, and infrastructure developers, leading to increased project bids and delayed timelines. Construction equipment manufacturers face similar challenges, with tariffs on essential components and raw materials inflating production costs and squeezing margins. Additionally, retaliatory tariffs in international markets have curtailed exports of U.S.-made construction equipment and materials, further affecting profitability. The sector must now prioritize local sourcing, modular construction techniques, and supply chain diversification to control costs and ensure project viability amid ongoing trade uncertainties.

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Low heat cement is a type of Portland cement engineered to release heat at a slower rate during hydration. This is achieved by reducing tricalcium silicate (C₃S) content and increasing dicalcium silicate (C₂S) levels, which lowers the risk of thermal cracking in large concrete structures. It is mainly applied in massive constructions where controlling temperature rise is essential for structural stability.

The main variants of low heat cement include Portland cement, aluminous cement, sulfate-resistant cement, and low heat Portland cement. Portland cement is a specialized cement formulated to limit heat release during hydration, reducing the risk of thermal cracking in large-scale structures such as dams and bridges. Production methods include traditional, modern, and eco-friendly techniques. Key distribution channels consist of direct sales, distributors and wholesalers, online platforms, and retail outlets. Primary applications span residential and commercial construction, infrastructure projects, and industrial uses, with major end-user sectors being building and construction, road and highway construction, marine projects, and the oil and gas industry.

The low heat cements market consists of sales of moderate-heat cement (MHC), low-heat slag cement, low-heat pozzolanic cement, low-heat Portland composite cement, and low-heat fly ash cement. Values in this market are ‘factory gate’ values, representing the value of cement sold by the manufacturers or producers, whether to other entities (including wholesalers, distributors, and construction companies) or directly to construction sites. The market value also includes related services provided by the manufacturers, such as technical support, delivery, and quality assurance.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or 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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