Bamburi Cement to Supply 1 Million Tons of Cement for Lamu Refinery
Bamburi Cement is seeking to supply 1 million tons of cement for the Lamu Crude Oil Refinery.

In Brief
- •Bamburi Cement is seeking to supply 1 million tons of cement for the Lamu Crude Oil Refinery.
- •The refinery, expected to process 700,000 barrels of crude oil per day, will require significant construction materials.
- •Bamburi is expanding its production capacity with a new clinker plant in Matuga, Kwale County.
Why It Matters
This supply agreement highlights the growing demand for construction materials in Kenya's infrastructure projects. As the Lamu refinery progresses, it will drive the need for locally manufactured cement, supporting Bamburi's expansion plans and contributing to the country's economic development.
Key Details
- Cement Supply
- 1 million tons
- Refinery Capacity
- 700,000 barrels per day
- New Clinker Plant Capacity
- 1.6 million tonnes annually
- Total Clinker Capacity After Expansion
- 2.6 million tonnes annually
- Total Cement Capacity After Expansion
- 4 million tonnes annually
Context & Background
The Lamu Crude Oil Refinery is part of Dangote East Africa Petroleum Refinery and Petrochemical SEZ, a significant infrastructure project in Kenya. The government has indicated a preference for locally manufactured products to support the local economy.
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