BK Quarries boosts operations with 19 new Caterpillar excavators from MACORP

– as Natural Resources Minister notes significant growth in quarrying sector

The new year has been ushered in on a strong note for the local construction and mining sector, as BK Quarries officially received 19 Caterpillar excavators – including six Cat 350s and eight Cat 330s – from MACORP during an equipment handover ceremony at its Providence location. Corporate Accounts Manager of MACORP, Angel Amaris, said the delivery reflects the strong partnership between the two companies and BK Quarries’ commitment to growth.
“BK Quarries represents what strong Guyanese enterprise looks like – vision, resilience, readiness and commitment to growth. We are proud to call BK not just a customer, but a trusted partner. Their confidence in MACORP and Caterpillar speaks volumes, and today’s delivery of 19 Caterpillar and CASE machines is proof of that shared confidence,” Amaris said. He noted that beyond modern machinery, Caterpillar’s advanced digital technologies play a critical role in improving efficiency and reliability. “These solutions – ranging from real-time machine health monitoring and predictive maintenance to fuel-efficiency tracking and remote diagnostics – allow for better planning, fewer disruptions and increased uptime, enabling BK Quarries to remain focused on supporting development across Guyana,” he explained.

Strengthening capacity
In response, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the BK Group of Companies, Brian Tiwari, said the new acquisition forms part of the company’s broader strategy to strengthen capacity across several key sectors. “These machines will service our construction, mining, marine and quarrying operations,” Tiwari said, explaining that the order was placed approximately one year ago to expand the company’s fleet in response to growing national demand. He emphasised that BK International prioritises quality over quantity, noting that selecting the right equipment is critical to delivering high-quality materials and projects. “At BK International, we aim for quality over quantity, and choosing the right equipment is integral to our ability to meet our standards. This is why we have chosen Caterpillar and why we have remained with them,” Tiwari stated. He also reiterated the BK Group’s commitment to continued investment in Guyana, noting that the latest delivery from MACORP represents just one element of the company’s broader development agenda.
“Last year, I hinted at future investments that the BK Group of Companies would be undertaking to facilitate growth. Today’s delivery is one aspect of our continued commitment to Guyana’s development,” he said.

Increased production
Meanwhile, Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Vickram Bharrat, credited major private-sector investments – particularly by BK Quarries – for the significant growth recorded in Guyana’s quarrying sector over the past five years.
Bharrat revealed that national quarrying production has increased from approximately 650,000 tonnes in 2020 to nearly 5.5 million tonnes in 2025, attributing much of this growth to early investments made by the BK Group of Companies. “I don’t think a lot of people recognise that significant investments were made back in 2020, following the return of the PPP/C (People’s Progressive Party/Civic) Government. As a result, production in the quarrying sector has moved from 650,000 tonnes in 2020 to almost 5.5 million tonnes in 2025, which is a significant achievement for us as Guyanese,” Bharrat said.
The Minister noted that these investments were made during a period of uncertainty, both locally and globally, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, when confidence in future economic activity and Government policies was still developing. “Many were uncertain about the future – about economic activity after COVID and about the leadership, policies and programmes of the new Government. However, the BK Group of Companies took that risk,” he stated.
Bharrat also expressed personal appreciation to BK Group Chairman Tiwari and his family for their continued confidence in Guyana. “I want to personally, as Minister of Natural Resources, extend my gratitude and appreciation to Mr Tiwari and his family for trusting the leadership of our country and the sector, for investing heavily in our people, and for contributing significantly to Guyana’s development. The BK Group of Companies has been a trusted friend to Guyana,” he said.
Additionally, Bharrat noted that the investments being made by Tiwari across multiple sectors are directly linked to Guyana’s broader economic transformation, largely driven by the oil and gas industry. “If you look at what is happening in our country today, Mr Tiwari is investing in the mining and quarrying sector and the construction sector as a result of growth across other areas of the economy,” Bharrat said. He highlighted oil production as a major catalyst for national development. “Oil has really propelled us – so much so that opportunities are being created across all sectors,” the Minister said.
Bharrat pointed to growth in the service, tourism and construction industries, noting that developments such as the water park and other tourism products in Region Seven reflect expanding investment opportunities.
“You look at the construction sector – there is a boom. The quarrying sector obviously provides materials for the construction industry,” he said, adding that agriculture and forestry have also experienced significant revitalisation.
“You look at the agriculture sector and the forestry sector, which have been rebuilt over the last five years. There are opportunities across all sectors in our country for investment,” Bharrat concluded.