For more than three decades, Cherat Cement Company has been a prominent cement manufacturer in Pakistan, dedicated to providing top-quality products and sustainable solutions to the construction industry. The company has gained a stellar reputation for its commitment to innovation and excellence.
Starting as a small enterprise in the remote town of
Nowshera in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Cherat Cement has since grown into a major
player in the Pakistani cement market. In this article, Graana.com delves into
the company's history, accomplishments, business model, and corporate social
responsibility initiatives.
About Cherat Cement Company
Established in 1981, Cherat Cement Company Limited
specializes in the production, promotion, and distribution of Ordinary Portland
Cement and Clinker. Its manufacturing plant, situated in Lakrai Village,
District Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, offers the company a strategic
geographical advantage to cater to the demands of the domestic market in KPK,
FATA, Punjab, and Azad Kashmir, as well as supply cement to Afghanistan.
Cherat Cement Company Limited has emerged as a key player in
Pakistan's cement industry, being one of the first companies in the sector. It
is presently the biggest cement producer in the region, with an annual
installed capacity exceeding 4.5 million tons.
The company is listed on the Pakistan Stock Exchange Limited
and has obtained ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications. Cherat Cement Company
Limited has extended its manufacturing capabilities by setting up its third
cement line at the production site, which has boosted its annual installed
capacity to more than 4.5 million tons of cement.
Since the rising demand for cement, the company has
successfully installed two consecutive production lines, with the new line
commencing operations in January 2019.
Nature of Business
Cherat Cement Company Limited, a subsidiary of the Ghulam Faruque
Group (GFG), is an expert in the manufacturing, promotion, and distribution of
Ordinary Portland Cement, a popular type of cement used in construction,
marketed under the brand name 'Cherat.'
Being a trailblazer in Pakistan's cement industry, the
company stands out as the foremost cement producer in its region, placing
utmost importance on quality management without making any compromises.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Cherat Cement Company Limited is committed to fulfilling its
corporate social responsibility by participating in various social initiatives.
The company makes generous contributions to social and charitable causes,
including health, education, and other social sectors, demonstrating its dedication
to being a responsible corporate citizen.
To further promote the welfare of the local community,
Cherat Cement Company Limited has established a Welfare Medical Dispensary in
Nowshera. This dispensary operates as a free aid clinic, with a particular
focus on providing free basic medical care to patients, especially women.
The company aims to serve the local population who may have
limited access to basic healthcare, thereby contributing to the community's
overall well-being. In addition, Cherat Cement Company Limited recognizes the
importance of providing access to quality education in Pakistan.
To make a positive impact in the communities where it
operates, the company has partnered with The Citizens Foundation to establish a
school in Shaidu village. This school provides a comprehensive educational
program for both girls and boys.
Cherat Cement Company Limited collaborates with reputable
institutions that offer high-quality medical and educational services to the
people of Pakistan. In the past, the company has partnered with organizations
such as the Aga Khan University Hospital, the Kidney Centre, the Shaukat Khanum
Memorial Hospital Trust, and the Ghulam Ishaq Khan Institute to support their
initiatives.
Contact Details
The following table provides the address, UAN, telephone
number, fax number, and email address of the factory and various offices.
|
Office/Factory |
Address |
UAN |
Telephone |
Fax |
Email |
|
Head Office |
Modern Motors House, Beaumont Road, Karachi |
+92 21 111-000-009 |
021 35683566-35683567-35688348-35689538 |
+92 21 35683425 |
cherat@gfg.com.pk |
|
Factory |
Village Lakrai, P.O.Box 28, Nowshera, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa |
+92 (0923) 111-000-009 |
052 7053134 |
+92 (91) 5270536 |
cherat.site@gfg.com.pk |
|
Sales Office (Peshawar) |
1st Floor, Betani Arcade, Jamrud Road |
+92 91 111-000-009 |
N/A |
+92 91 840447 |
cherat.sop@gfg.com.pk |
|
Sales Office (Lahore) |
3, Sunderdas Road |
+92 42 111-000-009 |
N/A |
+92 42 6367523 |
cherat.sol@gfg.com.pk |
|
Sales Office (Islamabad) |
1st Floor, Razia Sharif Plaza, Jinnah Avenue, Blue Area |
+92 51 111-000-009 |
051-2344531-3 |
+92 51-2344534 |
cherat.soi@gfg.com.pk |
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