Amsons Group has formally commenced the integration of local cement products manufacturer Bamburi Cement into its corporate fold, with a planned cash injection of of Ksh50 billion. The integration process through its Kenyan subsidiary and investment vehicle, Amsons Industries (K) Ltd, follows the recent closure of a transformative transaction in which Amsons Group placed a $183 million bid to acquire more than 95% of the issued equity shares in Bamburi late last year.
Speaking, when he confirmed the integration process kick-off, Amsons Group Managing Director, Mr Edha Nahdi, said the integration will be seamless and will involve minimum operating and administrative disruptions. “From the onset, I want to assure Bamburi Cement stakeholders of our commitment to upholding and enhancing the high operating and commercial standards set by Holcim Ltd and Lafarge. That is our promise to our customers, employees, banks, suppliers and all stakeholders,” Nahdi said.
He said the firm will strive to maintain and improve the operating standards and policies already deployed by Bamburi’s former majority equity shareholders. As part of the commitment, Mr Nahdi confirmed that Amsons Group will maintain the professional services of the executive management team led by Bamburi Cement CEO Mr Mohit Kapoor to ensure continuity and continued excellence. “Together with our flagship cement business, Camel Cement, and the growing Mbeya Cement operations, we are proud to welcome Bamburi Cement as part of this dynamic and forward-thinking group,” said Nahdi.
He said Amsons has strategic growth plans for Bamburi Cement, with a strong focus on fuelling growth and contributing significantly to Kenya’s national development.
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He further disclosed that Amson’s Group, fresh from the $183 million (Ksh22.8 billion) acquisition, is looking to invest an additional $400 million (Ksh50 billion) over the next three years to power growth at Bamburi Cement. This will include the development of the Bamburi Cement Integrated Clinker plant in Matuga, Kwale County. “We are confident that these investments will position the company for sustained success and strengthen Bamburi Cement’s market leadership,” Nahdi said.
Amsons Group is a family-owned business founded in 2006 in Tanzania, built on a foundation of integrity and a commitment to shared prosperity. While its roots lie in the importation of bulk oil and petroleum products under the Camel Oil Tanzania retail brand, the firm has steadily grown and diversified into a wide range of sectors.
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