Gulf Cement Company is a leading economic entity and a pillar of the UAE’s economy. It is one of the leading companies in the industrial sector, producing the finest types of cement to international specifications, in addition to generating electricity by utilizing waste heat. It contributes to the UAE’s progress in environmental and industrial development, leading to a space of innovation to design the future.
Since its establishment in 1977, it has played a key role as a partner in the economic development process in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, through its contribution to the cement and clinker industry. The cement industry is considered one of the emirate’s most important industries and a key factor in achieving economic growth.
The nation’s cement industry giant
The company leads the nation’s cement producers and is a pillar of the national economy. It supports the construction sector with various types of cement and its derivatives, providing world-class products that comply with American, British, and European specifications.
It contributes effectively to the implementation of infrastructure projects across the country and is proud to use its cement products in development projects and major state-of-the-art projects, such as airports, ports, buildings, roads, bridges, artificial islands, and other vital projects in the country.
Gulf Cement continues its success story by being the fastest innovator and most advanced technology, enhancing its continued excellence and preserving the achievements of the present and the future.
Gulf Cement Company was established as a public joint stock company in the Emirate of Ras Al Khaimah, United Arab Emirates, after obtaining the approval of the authorities and pursuant to Emiri Decree No. 24/77 issued by His Highness the Ruler of Ras Al Khaimah, dated May 31, 1977, and License No. 2202 issued on April 7, 1978, by the Ras Al Khaimah Department of Economic Development.
The plant was officially inaugurated on April 28, 1982, after being constructed in record time with an annual production capacity exceeding one million tons, making it the largest clinker producer in the UAE and the Gulf at the time.
In keeping with the company’s policy of leadership and development in the industry, and in response to the increasing demand for cement, the company established a second production line, which opened in 2006 with a production capacity of 2.5 million tons per year, bringing the company’s total production capacity to 3.8 million tons per year.
The company is constantly developing and updating to keep pace with technological and technical advancements that serve the production process in terms of quality control and precision, maintaining a world-class product. As a result, the company has obtained several international certifications.
Since its establishment, the company has continued to play a pivotal role in the country’s economic development through the production of cement and clinker. Our products have contributed to the modern urban and cultural boom in the United Arab Emirates.
Gulf Cement Company will remain committed to fostering the development of more national expertise and providing job and training opportunities in the country.
