Holcim

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has agreed to acquire Fermacell from James Hardie Industries plc in a EUR 840 million transaction that expands Holcim’s high-value Building Solutions portfolio and supports its NextGen Growth 2030 strategy. Fermacell, headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, is an … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has launched CaptureLab, an industrial-scale carbon capture test platform at its Martres-Tolosane cement plant in France, to support the development and validation of advanced carbon capture technologies for cement manufacturing. Developed by Holcim R&D teams in Switzerland … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has agreed to acquire Cemex’s building materials and solutions operations in Colombia in a transaction valued at USD 485 million. The acquisition includes more than 20 production sites such as the Caracolito cement plant and the Santa … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has been named a Global Top Employer for 2026 by the Top Employers Institute, becoming one of only 17 companies worldwide to receive the recognition for excellence in people practices. The certification covers 27 Holcim markets across … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim is acquiring a majority stake in Cementos Pacasmayo, a leading Peruvian building materials producer, to accelerate growth in Latin America under its NextGen Growth 2030 strategy. With projected 2025 net sales of USD 630 million and strong … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has been named a Global Top Employer for 2025, placing it among only 18 companies worldwide recognized by the Top Employers Institute for exceptional people practices. The certification spans 27 Holcim markets across all global regions and … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has entered into a binding agreement to acquire Xella, a European leader in sustainable walling systems, in a deal valued at EUR 1.85 billion. Xella, which operates across 21 countries with more than 4,000 employees, offers premium … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Group has announced that Bruno Blin will step down as President of Renault Trucks and member of the Group Executive Board after ten years, effective November 1, 2025. Blin, who played a central role in strengthening Renault … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Daimler Truck has concluded the first year of customer trials for the Mercedes-Benz GenH2 Truck, with five prototypes covering more than 225,000 kilometers across Germany in operations with Air Products, Amazon, Holcim, INEOS Inovyn, and Wiedmann & Winz. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Amrize Ltd began trading today on the SIX Swiss Exchange at CHF 46.00 per share, valuing the company at roughly CHF 26 billion, following its 100% spin-off from Holcim via a dividend-in-kind distribution. Shares trade under “AMRZ” in … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has spun off Amrize via a dividend-in-kind distribution (one Amrize share per Holcim share as of June 20, 2025), creating two standalone, publicly traded companies. CEO Miljan Gutovic praised the workforce for the smooth execution and underscored … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has officially launched the OLYMPUS project at its Milaki plant in Greece, aiming to produce 2 million tons of near-zero cement annually starting in 2029. With a EUR 400 million investment, the project is supported by a … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim and Alejandro Aravena’s ELEMENTAL firm present a pioneering biochar technology at the 2025 Venice Architecture Biennale. The collaboration highlights the use of biochar-enhanced concrete to create sustainable carbon sink buildings, addressing the housing crisis with environmentally friendly … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has acquired Compañía Minera Luren, a leading Peruvian producer of specialty building materials with 377 employees, to enhance its product portfolio and accelerate expansion in Latin America. Known for its energy-efficient walling systems that combine advanced insulation … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Amrize is set to host its Investor Day in New York today at 9:00 a.m. Eastern Time, where it will outline its business strategy, growth plans, and mid-term financial targets as it prepares for its planned U.S. listing … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has taken a significant step towards the planned spin-off of its North American business, Amrize, by appointing its future executive leadership team. This newly designated team includes seasoned leaders from Holcim alongside industry experts from top U.S. … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) The CO₂-based Fuels and Chemicals Conference 2025 in Cologne will celebrate the innovative spirit of the CCU industry by presenting the “Best CO₂ Utilisation 2025” award to six groundbreaking technologies. The award highlights solutions that transform CO₂ into … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has filed the Form 10 Registration Statement for its North American business, Amrize, with the SEC, marking a significant step in the planned spin-off of Amrize. Upon completion, Amrize will be North America’s largest building solutions company, … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has announced its next steps in preparing for the spin-off of its North American business, including the designation of the new Board of Directors. The 10-member Board will become official following shareholder and regulatory approvals, expected by … Read the full press release →

(IN BRIEF) Holcim’s Board of Directors has proposed Kim Fausing as the new Chairman of the Board, following Jan Jenisch’s decision to step down after his appointment as Chairman and CEO of a new North American entity. If approved at … Read the full press release →