Iraq’s Al-Qaim Cement Plant has reached its full designed production capacity of 840,000 tonnes annually, strengthening domestic cement supplies while increasing exports to neighboring Syria, the Ministry of Industry and Minerals announced.
According to the ministry, the Al-Qaim Cement Plant is now operating at its full design capacity, producing approximately 70,000 tonnes of sulfate-resistant cement each month.
In addition to serving the local market, the plant currently exports around 7,500 tonnes of cement per month to Syria, reflecting growing cross-border trade and regional demand for Iraqi construction materials.
The plant features a fully modernized production line equipped with advanced machinery and internationally sourced equipment, alongside a modern centralized control system that manages production processes efficiently. The factory also includes advanced laboratories for testing both raw materials and finished products, ensuring quality standards are maintained throughout the manufacturing process. To ensure uninterrupted production, the Al-Qaim Cement Plant operates its own 30-megawatt power station, providing stable electricity independent of the national grid.
The output is sufficient to meet demand across Anbar Province and other Iraqi governorates while supporting the government’s strategy to enhance domestic industrial self-sufficiency.
The achievement marks a significant milestone in Iraq’s efforts to boost local industrial production, reduce reliance on imports, and expand the country’s non-oil exports.
