The Board of Directors proposes dividend of CHF 2.50 per registered share, up 14% following record 2022 performance The Board of Directors proposes CEO Jan Jenisch as Chairman Second Climate Report submitted for advisory vote, giving shareholders a say on company’s climate-related matters The Holcim Annual General Meeting (AGM) will take place on 4 May...
Holcim has acquired INDAR, a leading hardware wholesaler in Mexico with 2022 net sales of USD 71 million. With this acquisition, Holcim adds more than 10,600 additional hardware products to its range of solutions across its Disensa retail network. INDAR supplies hardware of over 80 leading brands, from roofing, needs to tools and adhesives all...
CarbonZero Global Conference and Exhibition 2023 will be held at InterContinental Lyon – Hotel Dieu. This exquisite and chic hotel, located at the heart of the Peninsula of Lyon, a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1999 is the winner of France’s Leading hotel for 2 years in a row and the Best Hotel for Business...
Holcim has signed an agreement to acquire FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH (FDT), a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic roofs with a strong presence in fast-growing European markets with 2022 net sales of EUR 50 million. As a technology and sustainability leader in its sector, FDT will complement Holcim’s integrated roofing offer and strengthen the geographical footprint...
First 10 units of Kenyan housing complex successfully 3D printed Holcim’s proprietary TectorPrint ink enables fast, affordable and sustainable homes at scale First 3D-printed housing project to receive World Bank’s sustainability award Holcim announces the successful completion of the largest 3D-printed affordable housing to date through 14Trees, its joint venture with British International Investment, the...
Acquisition of state of a art fiberglass mat facility in the USA Enhances Holcim’s roofing technology from Malarkey to Elevate Supports expansion in the fast-growing USD 45 billion North American roofing market Holcim acquires a state-of-the-art fiberglass mat facility in Maryland, USA from an affiliate company of Maryland Paper. This transaction expands Holcim’s technology platform...
A prototype house called BioHome3D has been developed by researchers using 3D printing technology. It was printed using a combination of wood waste and bio-resins, forming a 100% bio-based, recyclable material that can withstand the weather. The company behind it has raised $80 million to develop a research factory where it can figure out how...
CEMEX announced the launch of a new range of additives of natural origin, designed for a lower carbon footprint. These additives use natural, renewable, locally sourced raw materials, and can achieve up to 70% lower carbon footprint than petroleum-based additives. Admixtures are added to concrete mixes to strengthen attributes such as strength, malleability, and water...
Ambuja Cements, the cement and building material company of Adani Cement, part of Adani Group wins the National Award for Energy Excellence in Indian Cement Industry, under the Grinding Category for the measures adopted in improving energy efficiency at the Roorkee plant. The award instituted by the National Council for Cement and Building Materials was...
* Leading provider of coating, adhesive and sealant solutions with 2022 net sales of USD 100 million * Expanded waterproofing and coating solutions deliver significant roofing synergies * Accelerates Holcim’s growth in Solutions & Products to reach 30% of Group net sales by 2025 Holcim has completed the acquisition of the Polymers Sealants North America...