Cemex completes $36M terminal expansion at Port Tampa Bay

Cemex US and Port Tampa Bay, joined by Tampa Mayor Jane Castor, today celebrated the opening of the newly expanded Cemex Aggregate Terminal at Port Tampa Bay. The expansion, supported by a $29 million Cemex investment and a $7 million Florida Department of Transportation grant, significantly increases the terminal's capacity to receive, store and distribute the aggregates used in concrete, asphalt and construction projects across the region. The expanded terminal moves aggregates from Newfoundland, Canada, into Tampa Bay through Port Tampa Bay's deepwater berths, with a conveying system sized to move 5,000 tons of material per hour from ship to storage.

Cemex expects the terminal to handle approximately 1.5 million tons of aggregates per year, depending on shipping conditions. Local builders, contractors and public agencies will have reliable access to the aggregates that go into concrete, asphalt and infrastructure work across Tampa Bay. The expanded terminal strengthens regional supply chains, supports affordability and helps ensure that the materials used to build housing, schools, hospitals and essential infrastructure remain available at predictable costs. “The completion of our Aggregate Terminal at Port Tampa Bay strengthens Cemex’s ability to serve one of Florida’s fastest-growing regions with the essential materials needed to build and maintain critical infrastructure—from roads and schools to hospitals and housing,” said Jesus Gonzalez, President of Cemex US. “By improving supply reliability, we help keep projects on schedule and support cost stability for families, businesses and communities.

We are proud to deepen our partnership with Port Tampa Bay and appreciate the support of the Florida Department of Transportation in making this investment possible.” With this expansion, the site becomes the only Cemex location in Florida bringing together an aggregate terminal, a cement terminal and a ready-mix concrete plant in one strategic location. The expansion is one of several investments strengthening Florida's construction supply chain, complementing state and federal initiatives that include Florida's Construction Aggregate Program and Port Tampa Bay's Vision 2030 master plan. Tampa Mayor Jane Castor said the expansion supports the construction and infrastructure needs of a growing city.

"Tampa is one of the fastest-growing cities in America, and that growth requires reliable access to the materials that build our roads, schools, hospitals and housing. This expansion at Port Tampa Bay helps keep construction costs in check and supports the affordability our families and businesses depend on," Mayor Castor said. Paul Anderson, President and CEO of Port Tampa Bay, said the expansion underscores the Port's role as an economic engine for the region.

"Port Tampa Bay is proud to support Cemex's growing operations and the broader Tampa Bay economy. This expansion demonstrates the power of partnership and the role our deepwater port plays in keeping Florida's supply chain efficient, resilient and ready for the region's continued growth," Anderson said. About Cemex Cemex is a multinational construction materials company focused on building a better future for communities worldwide.

The company produces and markets cement, ready-mix concrete, aggregates, and related construction materials such as admixtures and mortars, enabling meaningful construction projects across its markets. Through customer-centric solutions, operational excellence, and continuous innovation, Cemex delivers high-performance materials that meet the industry's evolving needs. With a workforce of around 40,000 people worldwide, Cemex provides reliable, sustainable, and high-quality products and services, partnering with its customers to deliver solutions that create long-term value.

For more information, visit cemexusa.com and connect with us on LinkedIn. About Port Tampa Bay Port Tampa Bay is a leading economic engine for Florida, generating approximately $34 billion in annual economic impact and supporting more than 192,000 jobs. As Florida’s largest seaport by tonnage, acreage and cargo throughput, the port spans more than 5,000 acres of industrially zoned land with deepwater access.

Strategically located on Florida’s west coast, Port Tampa Bay serves as a critical gateway for global trade and travel, with efficient access to the state’s largest consumer market and the broader Southeast. A top 10 U.S. cruise port, Port Tampa Bay welcomes more than 1.6 million passengers annually while handling a wide range of cargo, including bulk, breakbulk, containers, refrigerated goods and roll-on/roll-off freight. The port also is a major center for shipbuilding and repair, supporting growth across the maritime, logistics, energy and tourism sectors.

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