Morocco: Cement Sales Exceed One Million Tons in June 2026, Up Nearly 28%

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The Moroccan cement market witnessed significant growth in June 2026, with sales exceeding the one million ton mark. This performance reflects a recovery in activity within the construction and public works sectors, even though the overall balance for the first half of the year remains slightly lower than that of the previous year.

According to data published by the Ministry of National Land Management, Urban Planning, Housing, and City Policy, cement sales reached 1.07 million tons in June 2026, compared to 836,355 tons the previous year, marking an annual increase of 27.76%.

Despite this strong monthly growth, cumulative sales for the first six months of the year stand at 6.80 million tons, down from 6.89 million tons during the same period in 2025, representing a slight decrease of 1.28%.

This trend indicates the initial signs of a rebound in demand for construction materials after a period marked by a slowdown in certain projects. The outlook remains positive for the second half of the year, with expected acceleration in investments in housing, infrastructure, and large-scale projects.

The statistics are based on reports from member companies of the Professional Association of Cement Manufacturers (APC), which includes the main producers operating in Morocco, notably Ciments de Témara, Ciments de l’Atlas, Ciments du Maroc, LafargeHolcim Maroc, and Novacim, which has been a permanent member of the association since 2024.

Considered a key indicator of economic activity, cement sales measure the evolution of the construction sector due to their direct link with real estate projects, housing programs, and infrastructure investments.

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