One of the crucial businesses required for a nation's infrastructure development is the cement industry. After the earthquake in April 2015, which sparked extensive restoration work and increased demand for cement, several cement businesses were constructed, some of which were funded by foreign direct investment (FDI).

Cement has been utilized in Nepal from at least 2007 B.S. Himal Cement Company Limited, Nepal's first state-owned cement producing facility, was founded in 2032 B.S. In the development of the cement manufacturing business, this established a new trend. Cement use increased as urbanization and infrastructure construction picked up speed. The construction industry, infrastructure development and urbanization with fast growing real estate development business are the major sector that uses cement. Nepal has moved towards self-sufficiency in cement production in recent years.

Types of Cement:
Both OPC and PPC are commonly used cements in construction and both have their pros and cons. Nowadays PPC is used as substitute for OPC.
1. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC)
OPC, often known as Portland Cement or Ordinary Portland Cement, refers to the most popular kind of cement used globally. OPC cement is well-known throughout the world for its low price and uncompromised quality. The most often used cement in building is OPC. In the early stages, it is stronger than PPC.

2. Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC)
Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC) is a variation of OPC which includes a mixture of a pozzuolanic material which can increase the strength of the concrete and reduce the amount of OPC used. PPC aids to make the cement more strong and easy to handle.  PPC is highly resistant to sulphate attacks hence its prime use is in construction of dams ,foundations , buildings near the sea shore, reservoirs , marine construction to name a few. The strength of PPC is good than OPC in long terms. PPC is believed to be future product considering it various applications in the construction industry.

These two type of cement differs from each other in terms of component, strength, heat generation, the percentage of several components, durability, grades, cost, eco-friendly nature, application, setting time, curing period etc. Cement is an essential construction material in Nepal and there is huge competition among different cement brands in Nepal. 

There are 65 cement manufacturers in the country. Their production capacity totals 25 million tons per year. On an average, the local demand stands between 400,000 sacks to 700,000 sacks.

Some of the popular cement brands/companies in Nepal are as follows:

1. Shivam Cement
Shivam Cement, which was founded in 2003, is one of Nepal's largest manufacturing greenfield projects, producing 2300 tons of cement every day from its own limestone mine. The mission of Shivam Cement is to lead the cement industry in offering exceptional value to consumers, a secure and stimulating work environment for staff, and superior returns to the country.

Address: Siddhartha Insurance Bhawan, 2nd Floor Anamnagar, Kathmandu, Nepal.
Phone: 01-5706804, 01-5705993
Factory: Hetauda Sub-Metropolitan City, Bagmati Province, Ward No. 16, Hatiya, Makwanpur
Phone: +977-057-530461

2. Sarbottam Cement
Sarbottam Cement Pvt. Ltd. (SCPL), a pioneer and innovator in the Nepalese cement business, is the first and only cement producer to use an all European production system. Additionally, the business is the first and only producer of cement using a vertical roller mill (VRM).
Products & Features: Sarbottam Cement today actively produces Green SarbottamTM Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) and Shree Green SarbottamTM Portland Slag Cement, despite being prepared to do so at several blaines (PSC).

Address: Neupane Tower, Shriganesh Marg, Kathmandu 44600, Bagmati Pradesh
Phone: +977-01-4111942

3. Ambe Cement
Nepal has a large number of cement businesses, which has actually made Nepal self-sufficient in terms of cement need. When it comes to producing high-quality cement, Ambe Cement is one of the top businesses in Nepal. Ambe Cement offers cement of really international quality to the construction industry.

Address: Ambe Complex, Teku, Kathmandu 44600
Phone: +977-01-4225027

4. Jagdamba Cement
One of the most known catchphrases in Nepali cement advertisements is Mero Desh Mero Jagadamba, and Jagadamba is among the best and most widely used cement brands in Nepal. In contrast to the other companies on the list, Jagadamba cement offers three different varieties of cement. This indicates that it can offer a variety of items depending on what the consumer wants.

Address: Subidha Naga, Sat Marga, Kathmandu 44600
Phone: +977-01-4111500

5. CG Cement
Among the most prosperous businesses in Nepal is the Chaudhary group of Industries. It is widely sold in Nepal and has several corporations. CG increased its reach by making investments in the manufacture of cement. One of the top cement brands in Nepal is CG Cement. It offers inexpensive cement in the OPC and PPC ranges.

Address: Chaudhary House, Sanepa, Lalitpur
Phone: +977-1-5522330, 5529273, 5525169

6. Hongshi Shivam Cement
Hongshi Shivam Cement Private Limited, a large scale cement company, is a joint venture of Chinese Hongshi Holdings group and Nepalese Shivam Holdings. The factory located at Sardi village, Nawalparasi District, Lumbini zone plans to construct a new dry process cement clinker production line. The project is designed by Sinoma International Engineering Co., Limited, adopting advanced equipment, leading technology and first class environment protection.
Address: Naxal, Kathmandu
Phone: +977-01-4415611

7. Arghakhanchi Cement
Arghakhanchi Cement is one of the foremost cement manufacturers in Nepal. The creation and operation of a clinker and cement manufacturing unit is the company's primary goal. The leading cement manufacturer in Nepal is Arghakhanchi Cement. It offers cement in both PPC and OPC varieties.

Address: Adarsha Marga, Kathmandu
Phone: +977-01-4102188

8. Brij Cement
With consistently high quality cement and cement that complies with relevant legislative requirements, Brij offers a large selection of OPC and PPC cement. In Nepal, it is one of the most often used cements.

Address: Lalupate Marg, Kathmandu
Phone: +977-01-5970708

9. United Cement
United Cement offers several kinds of OPC and PPC cement. Modern dry process and five-stage preheating technologies are available at United Cement. The production environment at United Cement is environmentally friendly. It is unquestionably among the top cements that are offered in Nepal.

Address: Dillibazar, Kathmandu
Phone: +977-01-4439458

10. Agni Cement
A reputable cement producer in Nepal is called Agni Cement. In Nepal, it manufactures Portland Pozzolana Cement and Ordinary Portland Cement. It is one of the top cement manufacturers in Nepal and is situated in the Rupandehi district. At a fair price, it offers cement of the types OPC and PPC. It is premium cement that works best for concrete construction in Nepal.

Address: Kuleshwor, Kathmandu
Phone: +977-01-4287094, 4287107