Vietnam exported cement and clinker to the tune of US$128 million in March, up from US$100 million in February, a change of 27.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$360 million worth of cement and clinker by the end of March.
Bangladesh accounted for US$17 million of Vietnam’s cement and clinker exports in March, up from US$4 million in February, a change of 333.99 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$30 million to Bangladesh.
The Philippines followed with US$11 million in March, up from US$9 million in February, a change of 23.02 percent. Year to date, exports to the Philippines reached US$32 million.
Taiwan recorded US$5 million in March, up from US$3 million in February, a change of 55.33 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$10 million to Taiwan.
Malaysia took US$3 million in March, down from US$6 million in February, a change of 39.22 percent. Year to date, exports to Malaysia totalled US$17 million.
Australia also recorded US$3 million in March, up from US$3 million in February, a change of 10.98 percent. Year to date, Vietnam has shipped US$7 million to Australia.
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Listed cement and clinker companies
Key cement and clinker firms listed on the Vietnam stock exchange include:
Thuan Duc Joint Stock Company (TDP)
Thuan Duc Joint Stock Company (TDP) produces and trades plastic packaging and industrial sacks for cement and fertiliser producers. (TDP)
In March, TDP shares moved from 29.05 to 29.35, a change of 0.30 (1.03%).
Foreign ownership moved from 446,740.00 to 473,944.38, a change of 27,204.38 (6.09%).
Vicem Ha Tien Cement JSC (HT1)
Vicem Ha Tien Cement JSC (HT1) produces and distributes cement and construction materials for southern Vietnam. (HT1)
In March, HT1 shares moved from 17.05 to 15.25, a change of -1.80 (-10.56%).
Foreign ownership moved from 1,781,825.55 to 1,779,503.54, a change of -2,322.01 (-0.13%).
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Vietnam cement and clinker news
Recent developments in cement and clinker in Vietnam include:
New cement plant for An Giang
Vietnam-based Tan A Dai Thanh Group has signed a strategic agreement with China’s Sinoma International Engineering to develop a cement plant in An Giang province.
The project will also use alternative materials such as fly ash and biomass, forming part of the group’s 2026–2030 strategy to modernise operations and lower emissions. Read more→
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Vietnam’s cement and clinker industry
Vietnam’s cement industry is one of the largest in Southeast Asia, supported by abundant limestone reserves and a strong domestic construction market.
The sector has significant export capacity, supplying regional markets despite periods of oversupply and fluctuating global demand.
Production is energy-intensive, with firms facing rising input costs and increasing pressure to improve efficiency and reduce emissions.
Industry players are investing in modern technologies, alternative fuels, and digital systems to enhance competitiveness and align with sustainability goals.
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The data
Vietnam exports of cement and clinker in March, 2026 US$m
| March | February | MoM | YTD | |
| Total | 128.34 | 100.29 | 27.98% | 359.93 |
| Other | 87.93 | 74.01 | 18.82% | 257.00 |
| Bangladesh | 17.34 | 4.00 | 333.99% | 29.61 |
| Philippines | 10.96 | 8.91 | 23.02% | 31.58 |
| Taiwan | 4.61 | 2.97 | 55.33% | 10.02 |
| Malaysia | 3.39 | 5.58 | -39.22% | 17.42 |
| Australia | 2.97 | 2.67 | 10.98% | 7.34 |
| Laos | 0.53 | 0.24 | 123.02% | 1.60 |
| Peru | 0.31 | 1.53 | -79.78% | 4.48 |
| Cambodia | 0.30 | 0.39 | -21.75% | 0.87 |