Pakistan’s cement despatches rise 11.14% in April on strong local demand

Pakistan’s cement despatches increased 11.14% year-on-year in April 2026 to 3.89 million tonnes, driven by higher domestic demand, according to data released by the All Pakistan Cement Manufacturers Association.

Local sales rose 20.17% to 3.217 million tonnes compared with 2.677 million tonnes in April last year, while exports declined 18.22% to 673,058 tonnes from 823,032 tonnes.

North-based mills recorded domestic despatches of 2.662 million tonnes in April, up 18.25% from a year earlier. No exports were reported from the north, with total despatches increasing 12.52%.

South-based mills posted domestic sales of 555,104 tonnes, an increase of 30.35%, while exports fell 5.01% to 673,058 tonnes. Total despatches from the south reached 1.228 million tonnes, up 8.26%.

For the first 10 months of the fiscal year, total cement despatches rose 9.83% to 42.396 million tonnes compared with 38.6 million tonnes in the same period last year.

Domestic despatches increased 11.33% to 34.785 million tonnes, while exports rose 3.47% to 7.611 million tonnes.

North-based mills dispatched 29.014 million tonnes domestically during July-April, up 12.56%, while exports from the region declined 35.39% to 797,679 tonnes.

South-based mills recorded domestic growth of 5.56% to 5.771 million tonnes, while exports increased 11.31% to 6.813 million tonnes.

Company-wise, DG Khan Cement’s despatches rose 13% year-on-year in April to 0.42 million tonnes, supported by a 28% increase in local sales, while exports declined 10%. For the 10-month period, total despatches increased 5%, with local sales up 5% and exports rising 4%.

Fauji Cement Company recorded a 7% increase in April despatches to 0.40 million tonnes, driven by a 20% rise in local sales, while exports dropped 100%. During the first 10 months, total despatches increased 9%, supported by a 12% rise in domestic sales, although exports declined 22%.

Kohat Cement’s despatches rose 8% to 0.18 million tonnes in April, driven entirely by local demand, with no exports reported. Over the 10-month period, total despatches increased 9%, supported by a 6% increase in local sales and a fourfold rise in exports.

Lucky Cement posted an 18% increase in April despatches to 0.79 million tonnes, supported by a 33% increase in local sales to 0.51 million tonnes. For the 10-month period, total despatches rose 4%, with domestic sales up 11% while exports declined 9%.

Maple Leaf Cement reported a 5% increase in April despatches to 0.30 million tonnes, driven by a 14% rise in local sales, with no exports recorded during the month. For the 10-month period, total despatches increased 8%, with domestic sales up 12% while exports declined 61%.

Power Cement’s total despatches fell 28% in April to 0.14 million tonnes due to a 67% drop in exports, although local sales increased 35%. During the 10-month period, total despatches rose 9%, supported by a 9% increase in domestic sales and an 8% rise in exports.

An APCMA spokesperson said improved geopolitical conditions and supportive policy measures could help stabilise demand and reduce energy-related uncertainties. 

According to Arif Habib Limited, cement demand growth is expected to remain in the 9–10% range for the remainder of FY2026, supported by improved macroeconomic conditions and local demand.