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Trinidad Cement Limited

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Trinidad Cement Limited (Trinidad and Tobago)

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Trinidad Cement Limited (TCL) is the premier cement manufacturer in the Caribbean, headquartered in Claxton Bay, Trinidad. Established in 1954, the company has been a cornerstone of infrastructure development throughout the region for over seven decades. TCL operates its own limestone quarries in Mayo, providing a vertically integrated supply chain for its cement production. The Claxton Bay facility is a landmark industrial site on the west coast, featuring large rotary kilns essential for clinker manufacturing. The company is now majority-owned by the Mexican multinational Cemex, one of the world's largest building materials firms, providing access to global technical expertise and modern standards. TCL produces a variety of cement types engineered to withstand harsh tropical and marine environments. Beyond its domestic importance, the company is a major exporter, supplying high-quality construction materials to various island nations across the CARICOM region. Its coastal location on the Gulf of Paria is strategic for the maritime transport of bulk cement. In recent years, TCL has prioritized environmental upgrades, including dust suppression systems, to improve its operational footprint within the Claxton Bay community.

Location: Trinidad and Tobago
Nearby: Preysal (5 km)

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Feb–Apr.

	Jan	Feb	Mar	Apr	May	Jun	Jul	Aug	Sep	Oct	Nov	Dec
Avg °C	26	26	27	28	28	27	27	27	27	27	27	26
Rain mm	100	61	52	56	117	222	202	202	141	176	213	178

📋 Practical info

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What is this place?

Trinidad Cement Limited in Claxton Bay is the leading cement production plant in the country, supplying the construction industry with essential building materials. It plays a central role in Trinidad's infrastructure development and supports the local construction sector.

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Visiting

The cement plant is an active industrial site and not open to the public, but the external facility with silos and production halls is visible from Southern Main Road. Factory tours are typically not offered, but the exterior view is impressive.

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Where to view it

The best viewpoint is Southern Main Road itself, where a good view of the entire facility with its distinctive cement silos is possible. From the hills to the east, a wide perspective over the plant and the landscape of Claxton Bay opens up.

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Local products

Hardware stores in Claxton Bay and San Fernando offer cement and other building materials from Trinidad Cement Limited. Local artisans sell handmade concrete products like paving stones and decorative elements.

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Active season

Cement production runs year-round, with increased demand during the construction season from January to June. Maintenance shutdowns are typically planned in the quieter months of July to August when construction activity declines.

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Nearby

Combine a visit to the cement plant with a visit to the nearby San Fernando hill with its historic fort. The Caroni Swamps also offer an interesting nature observation opportunity, providing a contrast to the industrial landscape.

Geography

Coordinates

10.35000, -61.46000

Facts

Founded in 1954, making it the oldest cement manufacturer in the country.
The primary manufacturing plant is located in Claxton Bay on the west coast.
Now majority-owned by Cemex, a leading global building materials group.
Supplies its operations with limestone from its dedicated quarries in Mayo.
A critical provider for infrastructure projects across the CARICOM region.
Strategically located on the Gulf of Paria for efficient maritime logistics.

Explore nearby

Notable places around

Claxton Bay<1 km · SExplore →

Pointe-a-Pierre Wildfowl Trust2 km · NWExplore →

California2 km · SEExplore →

Point Lisas Port2 km · SExplore →

Gasparillo3 km · NExplore →

San Fernando4 km · WExplore →

Couva4 km · EExplore →

Preysal5 km · NEExplore →

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Sights in the town Trinidad Cement Limited (1)

Claxton Bay📍 landmark

Claxton Bay is a settlement in Trinidad. It is located on the coast and has an industrial character.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Trinidad Cement Limited produce?

The plant produces cement for construction projects on the island and for regional export.

Can you visit the cement factory?

No, it is a private and closed area.

Why is cement production important for Trinidad?

It covers the need for the country's infrastructure and reduces dependence on imports.

How is the area around the plant?

It is a purely industrial zone, mostly near coastal or port areas.

What is the economic role of the plant?

It is a central pillar of the country's building materials industry.

Trinidad Cement Limited: where is it located?

Trinidad Cement Limited is located in Trinidad and Tobago.

Trinidad Cement Limited: when is the best time to visit?

The most pleasant time to visit is Feb, Apr.

Trinidad Cement Limited: why is it worth visiting?

Trinidad Cement Limited (TCL) is the premier cement manufacturer in the Caribbean, headquartered in Claxton Bay, Trinidad.

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