Union Cement Co.

What Union Cement Co. does

Union Cement Company (UCC), headquartered in the Khor Khwair Industrial Area of Ras Al Khaimah, UAE, is the first cement producer established in the country (founded 1972, inaugurated 1973) and is today the largest cement manufacturer in the UAE, with a nameplate capacity of 4.8 million metric tonnes per annum. The company manufactures a diversified cement and clinker portfolio under the Union Cement and DrillWell brands, spanning Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC/MSRC/HSRC), Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBFS), Portland Cement Clinker, Portland Limestone Cement (PLC), and API-certified Oil Well Cement (API Class G, B, and H HSR) used in onshore and offshore well cementing.

UCC operates a single-site integrated cement complex anchored by a state-of-the-art clinker kiln (which set a 2020 world record of 14,500+ MT/day from a single kiln) supported by six cement mills and a 31.50 MW Waste Heat Recovery power plant (UAE's first, commissioned 2013, expanded 2020). A Refuse-Derived Fuel feeding system came online in July 2024, enabling substitution of fossil fuels with spent pot lining, copper slag, medical and pharmaceutical waste, and other alternative fuels and raw materials. Multiple packaging modes (bulk, 50 kg bags, HDPE bags, palletized bags, 1.5 MT jumbo bags) and shipping terms (CFR, CIF, DDP, EXW, FOB) support both domestic UAE distribution and exports to the Gulf, Middle East, East/West Africa, South Africa, and South Asia via the adjacent Mina Saqr Port.

UCC's revenue model is a quote-based B2B one-time-sale model: cement and clinker are sold directly to construction firms, government infrastructure projects, and oil & gas operators, both domestically and through export channels. Primary customers are UAE construction contractors, government infrastructure entities, oil & gas companies (for DrillWell), and international distributors/trading firms across 12+ countries. Since 2018 (97.61% stake, USD 305 million) and full acquisition in February 2022, UCC has operated as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Shree Cement Limited, one of India's top three cement manufacturers; the company is no longer publicly traded after delisting from the Abu Dhabi Securities Exchange and is now a private joint stock company.

Name

Union Cement Co.

Legal name

Union Cement Company

Website

https://uccrak.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1972

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

501–1,000 employees

Short description

Union Cement Company is the largest cement manufacturer in the UAE (4.8 million MT/year capacity), producing OPC, SRC, GGBFS, oil well cement, clinker, and PLC at its Ras Al Khaimah plant for construction, oil & gas, and government infrastructure customers across the Gulf, Africa, and South Asia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Cement Manufacturing

NAICS

Cement Manufacturing (327310)

SIC

Cement, Hydraulic (3241)

akta.pro primary industry

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

akta.pro secondary industry

Cementitious Binders & Additives (Fly Ash, Slag, Silica Fume, Lime) (IMADAAAH)

Keywords

• Cement manufacturing
• Portland cement products
• Oil well cement
• Cement clinker production
• Construction materials supply

Headquarters

HQ city

Ras Al Khaimah

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cement and Clinker Sales: UCC generates revenue primarily through manufacturing and selling cement (OPC, PPC, SRC, GGBFS, PLC) and Portland Cement Clinker to domestic UAE construction customers and international buyers across Gulf, Middle East, Africa and Asia markets.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Union Cement Company manufactures and sells a diversified portfolio of cement products including Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC/MSRC/HSRC), Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBFS), API-certified Oil Well Cement under the DrillWell brand, Portland Cement Clinker, and Portland Limestone Cement (PLC). With a production capacity of 4.8 million MT per annum, UCC is the largest cement manufacturer in the UAE, supplying domestic construction and oil and gas sectors while exporting to markets across the Gulf, Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

Product overview

Union Cement Company operates as a cement manufacturer producing a diversified portfolio of products including Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC/MSRC/HSRC), Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBFS), Oil Well Cement (DrillWell brand), Portland Cement Clinker, and Portland Limestone Cement (PLC). The company markets products under two primary brands: Union Cement (core cement products) and Drill Well (specialized oil well cement). With a production capacity of 4.8 million MT per annum, UCC is the largest cement manufacturer in the UAE and exports to markets across the Gulf, Middle East, Africa, and Asia, leveraging proximity to Mina Saqr Port in Ras Al Khaimah.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• DrillWell: API CLASS G (HSR), CLASS B (HSR), and CLASS H (HSR) Oil Well Cement used for cementing work in drilling the walls of on-shore and off-shore oil wells subject to high temperature and pressure.
• Union Cement

Products and services

• Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) The most common type of cement, extensively used with good resistance to cracking and dry shrinkage. Available in 53 and 53S Grade for concrete grades higher than M-30, pre-stressed concrete works, bridges, roads, multi-storied buildings, and cold weather concreting. Conforms to EN 197-1:2011 CEM I, ASTM C 150 TYPE I, and IS 269: 2015 standards.
• Sulphate Resisting Cement (SRC/MSRC/HSRC) Cement with reduced C3A and C4AF content (below 5% C3A), primarily used in construction exposed to severe sulphate action by water and soil in alkaline conditions such as canal linings, culverts, and retaining walls. Conforms to BS EN 197-1:2011 SR 5, ASTM C 150 TYPE II and TYPE V standards.
• Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag (GGBFS) Blast furnace slag used in concrete in combination with Portland cement as part of a blended cement. Develops strength over a longer period with reduced permeability and better durability, particularly effective for bridges and coastal features due to its resistance to chlorides and sulfates. Conforms to BS EN 15167-1:2006 and ASTM C 989 standards.
• DrillWell Oil Well Cement Specialized oil well cement for cementing work in drilling the walls of on-shore and off-shore oil wells subject to high temperature and pressure. Composed of Portland cement with special organic retarders, made under strict quality control meeting stringent API standards. Available in API CLASS G (HSR), CLASS B (HSR), and CLASS H (HSR) grades.
• Portland Cement Clinker Solid material produced in the manufacturing of Portland cement as an intermediary product, occurring as lumps or nodules (3-25mm diameter). Produced by sintering limestone and aluminosilicate materials such as clay during the cement kiln stage. Suitable for producing OPC conforming to BS EN 197-1, ASTM C 150, IS 269: 2015, and IS 16353:2015 standards.
• Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) Blended cement integrating limestone with clinker and gypsum, producing less heat of hydration than OPC. Has similar properties to OPC but typically has a lower carbon footprint. Used in construction projects where sustainability is a concern such as green buildings and infrastructure. Conforms to BS EN 197-1:2011, CEM II/B-LL, Class 32.5 standard.

Quantifiable outcome

• World's highest clinker production of 14,500+ metric tonnes per day from a single kiln
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Two partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence (DCCE)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2016UCC's waste heat recovery project was recognized by the Dubai Carbon Centre of Excellence (DCCE) for reducing CO2 emissions in Dubai in 2016.
• Norcem AS (Heidelberg Cement Group)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 1975In 1975, UCC joined forces with Norcem AS, a member of the globally renowned Heidelberg Cement Group. This partnership leveraged international expertise to enhance operations and align with global standards. Norcem partnership marked UCC's entry onto the global stage, strengthening its foundation for future innovations and sustainable growth. Under this partnership, UCC launched API-certified Oil Well Cement under the 'Norwell' brand.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Oman Cement Company: Sultanate of Oman's largest cement manufacturer. Comparable product portfolio and serves overlapping export markets in the Gulf and East Africa, though it does not directly compete inside the UAE.
• Qatar National Cement Company: Qatar's primary cement producer offering OPC, SRC, and oil well cement. Comparable in product breadth (including oil well cement) but operates in a distinct Gulf geography.
• Raysut Cement (Oman): Omani cement producer with major export operations to East Africa and South Asia. Comparable in export-driven model and product range, though based in a different Gulf geography.

Direct peers

• Ras Al Khaimah Cement Company (RAK Cement): UAE-based cement manufacturer also headquartered in Ras Al Khaimah, producing OPC, SRC and other cement types. Direct domestic competitor sharing the same emirate, customer base and export channels.
• National Cement Company (UAE): UAE cement producer serving the local construction market. Directly comparable in product mix, regional footprint, and end-market exposure.
• Gulf Cement Company: UAE-based cement manufacturer operating from Khor Khuwair, Ras Al Khaimah — the same industrial zone as UCC — making it a direct peer in product, geography and customer base.
• Sharjah Cement and Industrial Development Co. UAE cement producer based in Sharjah, offering a comparable product portfolio of OPC, SRC and clinker. Competes with UCC for UAE construction demand and regional export share.

Broad incumbents

• Saudi Cement Company: One of Saudi Arabia's largest cement producers. While not in the UAE, it is a broad regional incumbent with overlapping export ambitions into Africa and Asia and comparable scale of operations.
• Arabian Cement Company (Saudi Arabia): Saudi-based cement manufacturer serving domestic and select export markets. Comparable cement product portfolio and regional industry exposure.

Others

• Shree Cement Limited: UCC's 97.61% parent and one of India's top three cement manufacturers. Not a direct competitor, but a closely related comparable given shared ownership, technology transfer and product overlap in clinker and cement.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles14 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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