El consumo masivo sostiene al cemento mientras se enfrían los proyectos formales: Cementos Argos

diciembre 23, 2025

TL;DR

The construction industry is experiencing significant challenges, including a decline in infrastructure projects, delayed tenders, and reduced housing starts.
The mass consumption segment of cement, driven by self-construction and stable inflation, is showing signs of recovery.
Infrastructure projects require extensive planning, coordination, and governmental support, facing hurdles like environmental licenses and community consultations.
Key cities like Cartagena, Antioquia, Medellín, Cali, Barranquilla, and Bogotá show activity in infrastructure projects, including the metro and TransMilenio.
Housing sector sales have improved, but a gap exists between sales and actual project initiation, affecting cement consumption.
Cementos Argos continues to focus on exports, particularly to the United States, Puerto Rico, and Caribbean islands, while maintaining its commitment to Colombia.
Rising gas prices and potential scarcity pose a significant challenge to the cement industry's competitiveness and operations.
The company is investing in modular construction solutions (off-site construction) to industrialize the sector and improve efficiency.
Cementos Argos maintains its investment commitment to Colombia, including a recent $45 million project in Cartagena and fleet modernization for concrete distribution.

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