Hume Cement Mulls Foray into Non-Cement Business Date: 1 April 2026 Hume Cement Industries Bhd is exploring opportunities beyond its core cement business as part of its long-term growth and sustainability strategy. The company is focusing on improving profitability, increasing operational efficiency, and expanding its green product portfolio amid rising production and logistics costs.   Hume Cement Industries Bhd is exploring opportunities beyond its core cement business as part of its long-term growth and sustainability strategy. The company is focusing on improving profitability, increasing operational efficiency, and expanding its green product portfolio amid rising production and logistics costs. The group recently implemented a 10% price increase to offset higher transportation expenses following stricter enforcement against overloaded trucks, which affected cement distribution nationwide. Despite these challenges, Hume Cement remains optimistic about domestic demand supported by ongoing infrastructure development projects. On the sustainability front, the company plans to introduce two new green cement products by the end of the year, targeting a larger share of environmentally friendly products in future sales. Hume Cement is also investing over RM100 million in a waste heat recovery system expected to reduce electricity consumption and carbon emissions significantly once completed in 2027. The company continues to prioritise operational efficiency and profitability while assessing potential diversification opportunities beyond the cement industry. Source & Credit: Adapted from The Edge MalaysiaView full article on The Edge Malaysia

Cement industry adjusting to crackdown on overloaded vehicles Date: 24 February 2026 Malaysia’s cement industry is currently adjusting to logistical disruptions following stricter enforcement against overloaded lorries, which has led to truck shortages and delivery delays across construction sites. Authorities have issued thousands of summonses and seized multiple vehicles since the nationwide crackdown began in October 2025. To cope with increased transportation demands and additional trips, Hume Cement Industries Bhd introduced incentives for drivers and raised its average selling price by about 10% to offset rising costs and revenue impact.  Despite these challenges, cement demand remains strong, driven by ongoing infrastructure projects. However, some construction sites have experienced delays due to supply shortages, and the industry is expected to take another four to five months to stabilise. Hume Cement is also focusing on profitability while investing in sustainability initiatives, including developing green cement products and a waste heat recovery system expected to be completed by 2027. Source & Credit: Adapted from The Edge MalaysiaView full article on The Edge Malaysia

Hume Cement Names William Tan Kok Siang as Group Managing Director Date: 29 December 2025 Hume Cement Industries Bhd has appointed William Tan Kok Siang as its new Group Managing Director, effective 1 January 2026. The appointment marks a new leadership phase for the company following the departure of its previous managing director in 2023. Tan, currently the Managing Director of Hume Cement Sdn Bhd (HCMT), has been with the company since 2012 and has held leadership roles across sales, marketing, logistics, export, and plant operations. The company highlighted his experience in improving operational efficiency, strengthening customer relationships, and driving sales growth within the cement industry. With over 15 years of experience in the cement sector, Tan previously worked at Lafarge Malayan Cement Bhd, now known as Malayan Cement Bhd. Hume Cement believes his industry knowledge and leadership experience will support the group’s continued growth and operational development moving forward. Source & Credit: Adapted from The Edge MalaysiaView full article on The Edge Malaysia