Iraqi Cement Plant's Exports to Syria Hits Maximum Capacity

The Al-Qaim cement plant in Anbar province has reached its full design capacity of 840,000 tonnes of resistant cement per year, with monthly production of 70,000 tonnes.Maps

According to the Ministry of Industry and Minerals, exports to Syria are running at 7,500 tonnes per month.

General Company for Iraqi Cement said the plant is operated in partnership with Al-Maysara Cement Company and features a fully upgraded production line equipped with advanced machinery from reputable international sources, a modern centralised control system, specialist testing laboratories, and a dedicated 30-megawatt power station.

Director General Zuhair Daoud Ahmad said the plant operates around the clock to support domestic self-sufficiency and expand cement export markets.