Heidelberg Materials pioneers new process technologies in France to drive circularity and decarbonisation As a first in France, the project CIRCO₂BETON® selectively separates demolished concrete into sand, aggregates, and recycled concrete paste (RCP) RCP, carbonated with CO₂ from clinker production,...
- July 14, 2023
- 3 Min Read
Heidelberg Materials celebrates the opening of its new cement plant in Mitchell, Indiana, the second-largest single cement production facility in North America. The state-of-the-art plant will substantially increase local production levels while significantly reducing CO₂ emissions and energy consumption for...
- June 14, 2023
- 4 Min Read
One of 17 companies worldwide selected by the Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) to pilot the world’s first science-based targets for nature Expanding Holcim’s science-driven approach, building on its Biodiversity Indicator and Reporting System developed in partnership with IUCN In...
- May 25, 2023
- 3 Min Read
Holcim acquires Besblock Ltd, a leading supplier of precast materials to the UK Midlands construction industry. The Besblock technology platform is dedicated to the production of sustainable building blocks, with a capacity of around 2.5 million m² blocks per year....
- May 24, 2023
- 2 Min Read
Holcim will deploy up to 1,000 electric trucks from Volvo by 2030. Delivery for the first trucks will start in the fourth quarter of 2023. This is the largest commercial order to date for Volvo electric trucks. Both companies are...
- May 22, 2023
- 2 Min Read
As part of the Choose France summit, Heidelberg Materials announced a €65 million investment to decarbonise its Bussac-Forêt cement plant The project will allow the launch of a new range of low-carbon calcined clay cements and reduce the site’s CO₂...
- May 15, 2023
- 3 Min Read
Cemex USA (“Cemex”) announced today it has finalized an acquisition that secures new long-term aggregates reserves, expanding its aggregates footprint and further strengthening the company’s position in aggregate constrained markets. Cemex recently closed on its purchase of the assets of...
- May 12, 2023
- 2 Min Read
Concrete Europe welcomes the Commission proposal for a regulation establishing the EU-wide voluntary framework that would certify high-quality carbon removals (CRCF). It will provide the necessary rules to asses which carbon removals will be eligible for certification. Concrete is a...
- May 8, 2023
- 3 Min Read
Leading producer of roofing and waterproofing solutions Highly regarded brand recognized for innovation, sustainability and quality Accelerates Holcim’s growth in Solutions & Products to reach 30% of Group net sales by 2025 Holcim acquires PASA®, a leading producer of roofing...
- May 3, 2023
- 2 Min Read
Heidelberg Materials has entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire The SEFA Group, Inc., the largest recycler of harvested fly ash for use in concrete products in the USA The transaction underlines Heidelberg Materials’ industry-leading CO₂ reduction focus providing...
- April 25, 2023
- 3 Min Read
