Proman Announces Pause in Melamine Production in Point Lisas

Point Lisas, Trinidad and Tobago – Proman Trinidad  announced that it will temporarily pause production at its Melamine plant in Point Lisas, Trinidad for an initial two-year period, in response to continued unfavourable global market conditions for melamine. This decision follows a comprehensive review and assessment of market dynamics and is aimed at ensuring the long-term sustainability and efficiency of Proman’s operations in the country.

The pause in production comes after the International Trade Commission (ITC) in the United States imposed significant anti-dumping and countervailing duties in January 2025 of 154.28% on melamine exports from Trinidad and Tobago and other countries into the United States. These duties, combined with ongoing global price pressures, have made the continued production of melamine economically unviable, at this time.

Commitment to Employees and Communities

Proman’s top priority during this transition is supporting its people. The vast majority of the 89 potentially impacted employees will be redeployed to other plants, projects, and roles across Proman’s operations, with access to training and resources to ensure a smooth transition. For the small number that the company cannot find redeployment roles for, Proman will provide full outplacement support, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), and statutory benefits, ensuring that all employees are treated with compassion, dignity, and respect.

Proman’s Long-Term Commitment to Trinidad and Tobago 

Proman Trinidad Executive Director Anand Ragbir said: “We do not take these decisions lightly. Proman has been a key contributor to the Trinidad and Tobago energy sector for over 35 years, and we will continue to invest in our operations, our people, and our local communities. This decision does not affect the production or operations of our other plants in Trinidad.”

Looking Ahead

Proman will continue to monitor market conditions and evaluate the feasibility of resuming melamine production should circumstances change. The company remains focused on strengthening its core operations and ensuring long-term competitiveness.