Holcim Philippines resumes operations in Davao and Luzon, including Manila

Cement manufacturer Holcim Philippines Inc. has restarted business operations across the nation, after a pause in production due to lockdown restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic.

In a statement on Tuesday, Holcim said it started to reopen its plants in terminals in La Union, Bulacan, Manila, and Batangas.

Metro Manila, along with several "high-risk areas," has been on lockdown since March 17. A modified enhanced community quarantine (MECQ) has been placed from May 15 to last until May 31, paving the way for more businesses to reopen.

According to Holcim, its plant in Lugait, Misamis Oriental sustained operations to support customers and construction activity in Mindanao during the lockdown.

"We are ready to continue supporting our partners nationwide as they build important structures and contribute to reinvigorating the economy. Holcim Philippines is determined to ensure the well-being of our people, communities and business partners in our operations consistent with our core value of health and safety," said Holcim Philippines president and chief executive officer John Stull.

"Our company is also ready to share our expertise on this area to government and private sector partners to further contribute to the recovery efforts," he added.

In the same statement, Holcim said it has installed new health facilities and rolled our safety protocols while the quarantines are in place. — Jon Viktor D. Cabuenas/BM, GMA News