VAS ENERGY, INC., in collaboration with a European partner, has developed the design and commissioning of a US$100 million cement plant on the Essequibo coast of Guyana.

VAS ENERGY, INC. is positioning itself to benefit from Guyana's growing economy. It plans to begin construction of the state-of-the-art cement plant in Region 3 by 2025. The company aims to begin grinding and producing cement by mid-2026.

This state-of-the-art cement plant combines German and French technology and will produce 50,000 metric tons per month of premium and superior-grade cement, at a plant cost of US$100 million.

The demand for cement, especially with the construction boom in the coming years, will greatly benefit Guyanese residents and construction companies in various areas, including new and existing roads, ports, bridges, and maritime defense.

Cement is an essential strategic product for the renovation and expansion of Guyana's economic security infrastructure. The objective of the Cement Plant project is to meet the national demand for cement and its products, with the goal of reducing costs in the local market by up to 30%.

The Cement Plant will have a workforce of between 180 and 220 full-time employees, plus an additional 100 Guyanese in other commercial activities, such as restaurants, hotels, transportation, and taxis.

We also have plans to export these highly sought-after products to neighboring countries.

Outside of employment to build and run the factory, there will be huge economic advantages, as it means ‘more affordability,’ simply because the cement will be locally made, and therefore residents will benefit from the cheaper price. This is not difficult to grasp, thats why “We decided to step in because of the cement demand and price for the product presently.” So, “Instead of importing the finished product, we will be importing the ingredients like iron ore and line stone gypsum.”

There is a big plus too in that this “Hydraulic Cement is great for sea defense and stands up longer to salt air… It’s drying time is 30 minutes longer than that of all-purpose cement, but it allows for the cement to have a better bonding.” Many Guyanese are now living closer to the Atlantic Ocean, and many of them have suffered from the salty sea breeze, so this will add impetus for local purchase, but with the high rate of production, the Hydraulic Cement will also be supplying other Caribbean countries, including Suriname. This means earned foreign exchange.