Bitumen Supplier in Jamaica: Grades, Specs and Delivery
Pro-Road Global supplies penetration-grade bitumen and asphalt cement in Jamaica. PEN 60/70, PEN 85/100 and PEN 120/150 deliver to Kingston Freeport in 15 days.
Pro-Road manufactures PEN 60/70, PEN 85/100 and PEN 120/150 penetration-grade bitumen. Weekly sailings deliver to Kingston Freeport year-round. Every grade ships from our own plants with its technical datasheet. Below you will find the grade table, delivery details for Kingston Freeport, and the documentation Jamaica projects ask for.
Product range
Which penetration grades are available in Jamaica?
The grades available are PEN 60/70, PEN 85/100 and PEN 120/150 penetration-grade bitumen. Grade codes that link through open that grade’s datasheet.
| Grade | Type | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| PEN 60/70 | Penetration-grade bitumen, medium | General hot-mix paving, the most widely used grade |
| PEN 85/100 | Penetration-grade bitumen, soft | Hot mix in cooler or shaded conditions |
| PEN 120/150 | Penetration-grade bitumen, softest | Surface treatment binder for chip seal work |
For cold-applied surface work, Pro-Road also supplies bitumen emulsions for Jamaica.
Delivery
How does delivery to Jamaica work?
Delivery works by container sailings to Kingston Freeport. Sea transit takes 15 days.
Your quote confirms the sailing schedule and door-to-site timing for your order.
Penetration-grade bitumen and asphalt cement ship in big bags of 1000 to 1300 kg, or in drums. The minimum order is 24 MT, one full 40-foot container.
Melting
How do you melt bitumen from big bags?
You melt bitumen by heating the whole big bag in a melting unit. Bags load in whole, so nobody cuts, breaks or shovels solid binder by hand. The unit applies heat indirectly, so the binder at the tank wall does not scorch. Uneven, direct heat is what damages a binder, and indirect, controlled heat avoids that.
Big bags are handled with standard site equipment:
- A big bag holds 1000 to 1300 kg and is lifted by its four lifting loops
- A forklift, telehandler or crane with a spreader handles the load. The site needs lifting capacity for a bag of up to 1.3 tonnes
- Bags are lifted level, one at a time
- No special decanting equipment is needed to move a bag from the container to the melter
Pro-Road’s ASMELT bitumen melter and decanter is built for this process. Bags are loaded onto a receiving platform inside the unit and lifted by crane. Internal coils heat the bag from the outside in. The melted binder is then drawn off to a distributor truck or straight into the mixing plant. If you already run a melting unit, the big-bag format loads straight into it.
Applications
Which penetration grade suits Jamaica’s paving conditions?
Hotter conditions and heavy traffic call for a harder grade, such as PEN 60/70. Cooler or shaded conditions call for a softer grade, such as PEN 85/100 or PEN 120/150. Your quote confirms the grade against your project specification.
Big bags need simple storage conditions on site:
- Level, drained ground, kept off the surface on pallets or dunnage
- Covered against prolonged sun and rain
- Solid bitumen does not separate the way an emulsion does; the bag fabric is what needs protecting
Jamaica’s National Works Agency (NWA) manages the island’s main road network. The agency’s SPARK programme is rehabilitating roads across the island. Tack coats, patching and surface treatments fit that maintenance work. Mill-and-pave overlays call for a hot-mix binder such as PEN 60/70.
Why Pro-Road
Why buy bitumen for Jamaica from Pro-Road Global?
You should buy from Pro-Road Global because it controls quality, price and logistics from plant to port:
Documentation
What documentation ships with the container?
Every shipment ships with the technical datasheet for the grade supplied and the commercial invoice. It also includes the packing list and the bill of lading. Each document travels with the container from loading to discharge at Kingston Freeport.
Datasheets for each grade are on our datasheets page. Ask for the datasheet of any grade with your quote request.
Commercial terms
What commercial terms does Pro-Road offer?
Pro-Road supplies Jamaica on CIF or CFR terms to Kingston Freeport. Your quote states the incoterm, freight and delivery window.
Standard payment is in advance. Qualifying buyers can request 50% in advance and 50% against the bill of lading. Approval depends on the company profile and credit record.
FAQ
What do buyers ask most about bitumen supply to Jamaica?
Buyers most often ask about big-bag handling, storage, melting, order size and documentation.
How are big bags lifted and handled on site?
A big bag holds 1000 to 1300 kg and is lifted by its four lifting loops. A forklift, telehandler or crane with a spreader handles the load. Bags are lifted level, one at a time.
Can big bags be stored outdoors, and for how long?
Yes, big bags can be stored outdoors on level, drained ground, kept off the surface. They are covered against sun and rain. Solid bitumen does not separate the way an emulsion does, and the bag fabric is what needs protecting.
How do we melt the bitumen?
You melt bitumen by heating the whole bag in a melting unit. Indirect heat protects the binder at the tank wall from scorching. Bags load in whole, so nobody cuts, breaks or shovels solid binder by hand. The melted binder is then drawn off to a distributor truck or the mixing plant.
What is the minimum order quantity?
The minimum order is 24 MT, one full 40-foot container.
Which penetration grade suits Jamaica’s climate?
Hotter conditions and heavy traffic call for a harder grade, such as PEN 60/70. Cooler or shaded conditions call for a softer grade, such as PEN 85/100 or PEN 120/150. Your quote confirms the grade against your project specification.
What documentation ships with the container?
Every shipment ships with the technical datasheet for the grade supplied and the commercial invoice. It also includes the packing list and the bill of lading. Datasheets for each grade are on our datasheets page.
How long does delivery to Jamaica take?
Sea transit takes 15 days. Your quote confirms the sailing schedule and door-to-site timing for your order.
Do you supply cold mix asphalt for contractors?
Yes. Pro-Road produces cold mix for patching and road maintenance. Supply is in container volumes for contractors and municipalities. State your volume and destination port in your request.
Can we appoint our own inspector?
Yes. Pro-Road accepts third-party inspection by SGS, Bureau Veritas or a similar body at your request. The inspection is quoted and billed separately.
Ready to order bitumen in Jamaica?
Tell us your grades, quantities and delivery timeline through our contact page or email info@proroadglobal.com. Pro-Road Global will respond with availability and freight for Kingston Freeport.
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