Northern Cement

What Northern Cement does

Northern Cement Company (NCC) is a Jordanian public shareholding company founded in 2007 under registration number 464 with initial capital of 55 million Jordanian Dinars. It converted from a limited liability company to a public shareholding company in 2010 and listed on the First Market of the Amman Stock Exchange (ticker NCCO) in 2011. The company is headquartered in Amman (Abdali Boulevard) and operates its main integrated grinding and manufacturing facility in Al-Muwaqqar on approximately 200,000 square meters of land, with a design production capacity of approximately one million tons of cement per year. NCC is described as one of Jordan's leading cement producers with the broadest product portfolio in the country.

NCC's product line spans Ordinary Portland Cement (CEM I 52.5N and 42.5N, including low-alkali and white variants), Portland Pozzolana Cement (CEM II A-P and CEM II B-P), Sulfate-Resisting Cement (SR 3), Portland Limestone Cement (CEM II BL and AL), and API 10A-certified Oil Well Cement (Class G) — making it the first cement company in Jordan to obtain API Q1 and API 10A certifications for oil well cement production. All products comply with EN 197-1:2011 and Jordanian standard JS 30-1:2016, with packaging formats ranging from 25 kg and 50 kg bags to 1.5-ton jumbo bags and bulk. The company holds ISO 9001:2015, Green Product, and Jordan Customs Excellence certifications, and was honored as a distinguished Jordanian industrial company by the Amman Chamber of Industry in 2025.

NCC's business model is direct B2B sales to construction companies, contractors, and industrial buyers in Jordan, supplemented by regional expansion into Iraq through a 20% stake in Umm Qasr Al-Shamaliyah Cement Industry Company, a Basra Cement Plant rehabilitation/operation partnership with the State Company for Iraqi Cement, and a contract to establish an integrated cement plant in Al-Muthanna Governorate. The company also operates a wholly-owned subsidiary (North Star Specialized Cement Company) in Syria. Pricing is quote-based and not publicly disclosed; sales are conducted through a formal Request a Quote system and tender notices for raw material procurement. Revenue is not publicly disclosed; the company distributed 2,296,343 JOD (~4.175% of capital) as FY2024 dividends.

Name

Northern Cement

Legal name

Northern Cement Company

Website

https://njcco.net

Company type

Public

Founded year

2007

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Northern Cement Company is a Jordan-based cement manufacturer producing Ordinary Portland, Pozzolanic, Sulfate-Resisting, White, and API-certified Oil Well Cement from its Al-Muwaqqar facility with ~1 million tons annual capacity, serving construction, contracting, and oil/gas clients domestically and expanding into Iraq.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cement Manufacturing

NAICS

Cement Manufacturing (327310), Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273), Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing (327320)

SIC

Cement, Hydraulic (3241), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Cement Manufacturing (Portland, Blended & Specialty) (IMADAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Cementitious Binders & Additives (Fly Ash, Slag, Silica Fume, Lime) (IMADAAAH), Ready-Mix Concrete Production & Delivery (IMADAAAA)

Keywords

• Cement manufacturing
• Portland cement
• Oil well cement
• Construction materials
• Clinker grinding

Headquarters

HQ city

Amman

HQ country

Jordan

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Cement and Clinker Manufacturing and Sales: Northern Cement Company manufactures and sells a wide range of cement products including Ordinary Portland Cement (CEM I 52.5N, CEM I 42.5N), Portland Pozzolana Cement (CEM II A-P, CEM II B-P), Sulfate Resisting Portland Cement (CEM I 42.5N SR 3), Portland Limestone Cement (CEM II BL, CEM II AL), and Oil Well Cement (Class G). Revenue is generated through the sale of these cement products in various packaging formats (25kg bags, 50kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk). The company also imports, exports, trades, and sells cement and clinker.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Northern Cement Company manufactures and sells a comprehensive range of cement and clinker products at its Al-Muwaqqar factory in Jordan, with design production capacity of approximately one million tons per year. The portfolio includes Ordinary Portland Cement (CEM I 52.5N and 42.5N), Portland Pozzolana Cement (CEM II A-P and CEM II B-P), Sulfate Resisting Portland Cement (SR 3), Low Alkali Portland Cement, Portland Limestone Cement (white variants CEM II BL and CEM II AL), white Portland cement, and API 10A-certified Oil Well Cement (Class G). Products are sold in 25kg bags, 50kg bags, 1–1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk, and the company imports, exports, and trades cement and clinker.

Product overview

Northern Cement Company produces a diversified portfolio of cement products for various construction applications. The product line includes Ordinary Portland Cements (CEM I 52.5N and CEM I 42.5N grades), Portland Pozzolana Cements (CEM II A-P and CEM II B-P), Sulfate Resisting Portland Cement (SR 3), Portland Limestone Cements (CEM II BL and CEM II AL in white variants), and specialized Oil Well Cement (Class G). The company operates as a cement manufacturer with design production capacity of approximately one million tons annually, serving construction sectors including reinforced concrete, marine structures, architectural finishes, and oil/gas well cementing operations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Ordinary Portland Cement CEM I 52.5N Portland Cement CEM I 52.5N meeting EN 197-1:2011 and Jordanian standard JS 30-1:2016, designed to deliver high compressive strength and excellent mechanical properties in construction projects. Available in 50 kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk. Intended for construction companies, contractors, and industrial buyers requiring high-strength structural cement.
• Portland Pozzolana Cement CEM II A-P 42.5N Portland Pozzolanic Cement CEM II A-P 42.5N compliant with EN 197-1:2011 and Jordanian standard JS 30-1:2016, designed for high performance in environments requiring chemical resistance and advanced compressive strength. Available in 50 kg bags and 1–1.5 ton jumbo bags.
• Portland Pozzolana Cement CEM II B-P 42.5N Portland Pozzolanic Cement CEM II B-P 42.5N compliant with EN 197-1:2011 and the Jordanian Standard JS 30-1:2016, providing optimal balance between strength, durability, and environmental efficiency. Available in 50 kg bags and 1.5-ton jumbo bags.
• Sulfate Resisting Portland Cement CEM I 42.5N - SR 3 Sulfate-Resistant Portland Cement CEM I 42.5N - SR 3 designed to increase sulfate resistance, compliant with EN 197-1:2011 and JS 30-1:2016. Used for piers, docks, marine walls, dams, and water treatment structures. Available in 50 kg bags and 1.5-ton jumbo bags.
• Ordinary Portland Cement CEM I 42.5N (Low Alkali) Portland Cement Low Alkali CEM I 42.5N designed to reduce alkali content, ideal for environments requiring high resistance to alkali-aggregate reactions. Complies with EN 197-1:2011 and ASTM C150-07. Available in 50 kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk.
• Oil Well Cement (Class G) Oil Well Cement (Class G) compliant with API 10A standards, specifically designed for oil and gas well cementing operations. Provides reliable performance in deep well environments exposed to high pressures and extreme temperatures, used in primary and secondary cementing operations. Targeted at oil and gas operators and well-cementing service companies.
• White Portland Cement CEM I 52.5N White Portland Cement CEM I 52.5N compliant with Jordanian standard JS 30-1:2016, European standard EN 197-1:2011, with whiteness conforming to JS 115/2022. Designed for high-quality architectural finishes and decorative works. Available in 25 kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk.
• Portland Limestone Cement CEM II BL 32.5N (White) White Portland Cement CEM II BL 32.5N meeting EN 197-1:2011 and JS 30-1:2016, offering reliable performance for projects requiring lower compressive strength without compromising whiteness or durability. Available in 25 kg and 50 kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk.
• Ordinary Portland Cement CEM I 42.5N (Bulk) Portland Cement CEM I 42.5N compliant with EN 197-1:2011 and Jordanian standard JS 30-1:2016, offering medium compressive strength and good mechanical properties for general construction projects. Available in bulk only.
• Portland Limestone Cement CEM II AL 42.5N (White) White Portland Cement CEM II AL 42.5N compliant with EN 197-1:2011 and JS 30-1:2016, known for unique strength and ability to meet needs of projects requiring bright white color. Ideal for manufacturing tiles, marble, artificial stone, and architectural decorations. Available in 25 kg and 50 kg bags, 1.5-ton jumbo bags, and bulk.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Blood Bank Directorate of the Ministry of Health (Jordan)minorOthers · 19 October 2025Within the framework of social responsibility, Northern Cement Company organized a blood donation campaign at its factory headquarters in Al-Muwaqqar in cooperation with the Blood Bank Directorate of the Ministry of Health and coordination with the Administrator of the Al-Muwaqqar Brigade. The campaign witnessed wide participation from the company's employees.
• Umm Qasr Al-Shamaliyah Cement Industry CompanycoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 4 October 2017Established in the Republic of Iraq on 08/02/2017 with registration finalized on 04/10/2017 as a limited liability company. The company's capital amounts to 3,000,000,000 Iraqi Dinars, with Northern Cement Company holding a 20% direct stake. This investment represents Northern Cement's regional expansion strategy into the Iraqi cement market.
• State Company for Iraqi CementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorthern Cement Company is implementing a contract for the rehabilitation, operation, and production partnership of the Basra Cement Plant in cooperation with the State Company for Iraqi Cement. The primary goal is to invest in the cement industry in Iraq.
• State Company for Iraqi Cement (Al-Muthanna Project)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNorthern Cement Company has signed a contract to establish an integrated cement plant in Al-Muthanna Governorate in Iraq, further developing and enhancing the company's operations in the country. The company has also obtained a license to expand its project at another location in Iraq.
• Jordan Cement Producers AssociationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe Jordan Cement Producers Association, led by Mr. Suleiman Malhas (General Manager of Northern Cement Company), signed a memorandum of cooperation with Al Hussein Technical University aimed at enhancing student opportunities and improving their professional skills through hands-on training in cement factories, support in job placement, and field visits to production processes. Northern Cement also trains engineers in cooperation with the Association.
• Al Hussein Technical UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerAl Hussein Technical University signed an MoU with the Jordan Cement Producers Association (led by Northern Cement's GM) to enhance student opportunities through practical training in cement factories, job placement support, and field visits to observe production processes. This partnership reflects a commitment to providing advanced educational and training opportunities that better prepare students for the job market.
• King Hussein Cancer Center / King Hussein Cancer FoundationminorOthersNorthern Cement Company collaborated in an awareness campaign with the King Hussein Cancer Center / King Hussein Cancer Foundation, supporting cancer awareness initiatives.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves3 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Cemex S.A.B. de C.V. Global cement multinational with MENA presence and broadly overlapping cement and ready-mix product portfolio; relevant as a global scale benchmark for Northern Cement's specialty positioning.
• Lafarge Jordan (Holcim): Multinational cement incumbent operating in Jordan as part of Holcim's global portfolio, offering overlapping Portland and specialty cements with broader geographic reach and deeper balance sheet than Northern Cement.
• Saudi Cement Company: Major Saudi-listed cement producer with broader MENA footprint and similar cement product portfolio, comparable to Northern Cement in scale and category but operating in a larger regional market.
• Heidelberg Materials: Global cement and aggregates incumbent with MENA operations offering Portland and specialty cements comparable to Northern Cement's portfolio, particularly relevant for cross-regional benchmarking on scale and standards.

Regional players

• Qatar National Cement Company: Regional Gulf cement producer listed on the Qatar Stock Exchange with comparable Ordinary Portland and sulfate-resisting cement products serving similar construction and oil/gas segments across the GCC.
• Arabian Cement Company (Egypt): Egypt-based cement producer with overlapping product portfolio and exposure to MENA construction cycles, comparable as a regional peer operating in an adjacent Mediterranean market.

Direct peers

• Iraqi Cement State Company: State-owned Iraqi cement producer that is also Northern Cement's joint venture partner at the Basra Cement Plant; competes in the same Iraqi market where Northern Cement is expanding capacity.
• Al-Hussein Cement Company (Iraq): Iraqi cement producer operating in a market where Northern Cement is expanding (Basra, Al-Muthanna projects), offering comparable cement products to construction and oil/gas well cementing customers in Iraq.
• Jordan Cement Factories Company: Largest cement manufacturer in Jordan, also listed on the Amman Stock Exchange, producing Ordinary Portland and sulfate-resisting cements for the same construction and contracting customer base as Northern Cement.
• Arabian Cement Company (Jordan): Jordanian cement producer listed on the Amman Stock Exchange with overlapping product range (Portland, sulfate-resistant, oil well cements) and direct competition for construction and infrastructure contracts in the Jordanian market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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