Insider Spotlight
Why it matters
The Cement Manufacturers’ Association of the Philippines (CeMAP) was recently recognized for its role in strengthening quality assurance systems across the industry, a signal of how critical cement reliability has become as infrastructure spending accelerates.
CeMAP received the “Industry Partnership for Quality Assurance” Award at the Department of Trade and Industry–Bureau of Philippine Standards (DTI–BPS) and UL Standards and Engagement (ULSE) Stakeholders Recognition and Awarding Ceremony held on Oct. 14, 2025 at Marquis Events Place in Bonifacio Global City, Taguig.
The event highlighted partnerships that advance BPS programs and strengthen adherence to technical benchmarks.
The big picture
The recognition, announced in a press release, underscores CeMAP’s work in safeguarding product integrity and consumer safety—areas that underpin the resilience and durability of Philippine structures.
The acknowledgment also reinforces the growing importance of rigorous testing and monitoring as the country accelerates construction across both public and private sectors.
Zoom in
CeMAP’s Product Standards Committee (PSC) plays a central role in the sector’s technical backbone.
It reviews and updates product standards, collaborates with government and private institutions, participates in DTI-BPS technical discussions on strengthening the Philippine National Standards (PNS), and conducts nationwide market monitoring by purchasing and testing cement brands for compliance.
State of play
Ensuring cement conformity to the PNS remains vital for structural integrity in a country prone to typhoons, earthquakes, and varied geological conditions.
While the PNS draws from ASTM benchmarks, it is calibrated to the Philippines’ climate and terrain—making compliance essential for public safety.
Between the lines
As construction accelerates across transport, housing, and industrial developments, industry-wide adherence to stricter quality assurance is expected to play a growing role in mitigating structural risks.
What’s next
CeMAP says it will continue collaborating with regulators to keep cement standards aligned with evolving global best practices while supporting fair competition and sustainable growth.
Founded in 1957, CeMAP is the country’s official industry association of integrated cement manufacturers and an advocate for sustainable development and national infrastructure progress. —Princess Daisy C. Ominga | Ed: Corrie S. Narisma
