Holcim has acquired Nicem srl (Nicem), a leader in grounded calcium carbonate in Northern Italy based near Bergamo, Italy. Calcium carbonate is a highly versatile, low-carbon raw material that is useful for a broad range of applications. Nicem’s broad customer base spans industries from construction to plastic, rubber and paints. With this acquisition, Nicem’s low-emission...
– Interview with Dr. Edelio Bermejo, Holcim’s global head of research and development (R&D) and intellectual property (IP), by Guy Woodford, Aggregates Business editor – The cement and construction industries are among the highest CO2 emissions generators in the world. The cement industry alone accounts for 8% of global emissions, not far behind the agriculture...
Double “A” ranking recognizes Holcim’s performance in climate and water security management One of 15 companies in Europe to achieve double A and first company in its sector Third consecutive year on CDP’s “A List” CDP recognizes Holcim’s sustainability leadership with a double “A” ranking for climate and water management. Holcim is one of 15...
Holcim’s Board of Directors has appointed Steffen Kindler as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) of Holcim and member of the Group Executive Committee, effective 1 May 2023. Kindler will take over from current CFO Géraldine Picaud, who has decided to pursue other opportunities outside the company. Ensuring a smooth transition, Picaud will oversee the completion of...
* 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...
Holcim has completed the acquisition of Cantillana, a specialty building solutions market leader in Belgium with 2022 estimated net sales of EUR 80 million. Cantillana offers a broad range of façade construction and external thermal insulation systems. This further strengthens Holcim’s position in building renovation and energy efficiency solutions, building on the recent acquisitions of...
* Adani Group has acquired Holcim’s full stakes in Ambuja Cement and ACC * Holcim received cash proceeds of USD 6.4 billion Holcim has closed the sale of its business in India to the Adani Group, comprising its full stakes in Ambuja Cement at a share price of INR 385 and in ACC at a...
Holcim is joining the most innovative industry event in Europe for decarbonization by using alternative fuels in the cement industry and cementitious materials in cement and construction. Dr. Edelio Bermejo is a key speaker at CarbonZero: Alternative Fuels and Raw Materials 2022 on November 10 and 11 in Lisbon, Portugal. The event unites a conference...
Holcim has acquired Teko Mining Serbia, one of the country’s largest independent aggregates companies with estimated 2022 net sales of over EUR 20 million. A highly profitable company with substantial reserves, Teko Mining sells 2.4 million tons of aggregates per year. The acquisition includes Teko’s four quarries and will strengthen Holcim’s footprint in the dynamic...
Leading player in the Romanian ready-mix concrete market with 2022 net sales (est.) of EUR 45m Expanding Holcim’s ready-mix concrete portfolio across Romania’s major urban centers Acquisition to help reach Holcim target of 25% of ready-mix sales from ECOPact, with 30% to 100% lower CO2 footprint Holcim acquired General Beton Romania S.R.L, a key national...