Ceramin, a free zone company, registered under RAK Investment Authority, was created as a first step towards implanting Ras Al Khaimah’s strategy for minerals, particularly those related to ceramics. It was established to meet the growing need for ceramic minerals that followed the real estate boom in the Middle East and Asia. From prospecting, exploration and research to mining, processing and delivery, Ceramin provides comprehensive turnkey raw material solutions to ceramic and glass manufacturers. It uses regional resources to deliver real value to its customers.

Ceramin’s vision is to become a leading player in emerging ceramic markets, achieving growth targets through the acquisition of regional mining assets and consistent improvement of operating efficiencies.

Corporate strategy

Ceramin is gearing up to tap opportunities in the emerging ceramic markets. It plans to become a dominant player by supplementing its presence through mining assets that are closer to these markets. This would help:
• Bridge the gap between the mine and end-user plants
• Upgrade production
• Define a base for further business opportunities in these markets

Moving ahead

Ceramin has adopted a two-pronged approach to achieving its broader vision. Firstly, the company is working on a process of backward integration into mining, having identified 11 promising sites where mineral deposits present a significant opportunity for future development. Secondly, the company is focused on strengthening its forward integration into mineral processing, with substantial investments having been made in plant, research and development and human resources.

This strategy looks to broaden Ceramin’s customer base, opening up the targeted markets across the Middle East, Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia.

Website : www.ceramin.net