Holness expects construction boom

Prime Minister Dr Andrew Holness has indicated that Jamaica’s construction sector is poised for significant growth as reconstruction efforts following Hurricane Melissa gather momentum.

He further called on Caribbean Cement Company Limited to expand its supply capacity, invest in modern technologies, and reduce prices to support long-term national development.

“In short order, you will be seeing a rapid expansion in construction in Jamaica between hospitals that have to be rebuilt, new schools that have to be built, new roadways that have to be built, in addition to private-sector projects,” Holness stated, noting that streamlined approvals under the National Reconstruction and Resilience Authority will further accelerate demand for cement.