CEMEX announces top management organizational changes

Monterrey, Mexico. May 05, 2009 - CEMEX, S.A.B. de C.V. (NYSE: CX), informed today its decision to restructure the roles of top management that report to the CEO, in an effort to make the organization more effective and efficient, in the following capacities:

• Armando J. Garcia: Executive Vice President, Technology, Energy & Sustainability.
• Francisco Garza: President, Americas.
• Fernando A. Gonzalez: Executive Vice President, Planning & Development.
• Hector Medina: Executive Vice President, Finance & Legal.
• Juan Romero: President, Europe, Middle East, Africa, Asia & Australia.
• Victor M. Romo: Executive Vice President, Administration.

This re-organization will be effective on May 15, 2009 and reflects our commitment to further develop our management team, and brings fresh perspectives that will reinforce our operational and financial performance.

CEMEX is a global building materials company that provides high-quality products and reliable service to customers and communities in more than 50 countries throughout the world. CEMEX has a rich history of improving the well-being of those it serves through its efforts to pursue innovative industry solutions and efficiency advancements and to promote a sustainable future. For more information, visit www.cemex.com.

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