September 2, 2025, Richmond, BC, Canada — In accordance with the terms of a purchase agreement previously announced, Graymont has completed the acquisition of Compact Energy, a significant lime processing facility strategically situated in Banting, in the state of Selangor, Malaysia — near Port Klang, the country’s main container port.
The facility has state-of-the-art, modern, fuel-efficient vertical lime kilns and lime hydration and ancillary equipment and is well situated to supply both domestic and export markets. This latest addition to Graymont’s Malaysian plant network brings an additional 390,000 tonnes of annual quicklime production capacity and 70,000 tonnes of hydrated lime production capacity, boosting Graymont’s annual production capacity in the country to more than 600,000 tonnes of quicklime and 170,000 tonnes of hydrated lime.
The acquisition of the Banting plant reinforces Graymont’s commitment to continue providing high-quality calcium-based solutions to customers in essential industries across Malaysia and throughout the Asia Pacific region. The Banting plant employs over 50 people from the local region and procures goods and services from various local contractors and businesses.
“We are delighted to welcome aboard our new team members. Together, we will pursue Graymont’s world-class vision and meet the needs of existing and new customers,” stated Andrew Speed, President of Graymont, Asia Pacific. “The acquisition of Compact Energy reinforces Graymont’s commitment to Malaysia and the broader Asia Pacific region. Since first entering Malaysia in 2019, we have continued to invest in our operations and expand our network in the country.”
About Graymont
Graymont is the reliable global leader for essential calcium-based solutions, with more than 75 years in operation. The Company serves a wide range of markets, customers, and communities spanning North America and Asia Pacific. Graymont is also the strategic partner of Grupo Calidra, the largest lime producer in Latin America. Our innovative product offerings are key to the vitality of the industrial, construction, and agricultural sectors. Graymont also provides calcium-based solutions for applications involving critical minerals, air and water purification, as well as the production of indispensable materials such as paper, glass, steel and other metals.
For further information, contact:
Kamarul Ibrahim
Health, Safety & Environment Manager – Southeast Asia, Graymont
P +012 556 9529
