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Holcim Nominates Michael H. McGarry, Former PPG Industries Chairman and CEO, for Board of Directors

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has proposed the election of Michael H. McGarry, former Chairman and Chief Executive of PPG Industries, to its Board of Directors at the upcoming Annual General Meeting in May 2024. With a background in global business leadership … Read the full press release

Holcim Surpasses Expectations with Record-Breaking 2023 Results, Achieving Strategy 2025 Milestones Ahead of Schedule

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global leader in building materials, has reported stellar financial results for the full year of 2023, with net sales reaching CHF 27.009 billion and recurring EBIT hitting CHF 4.76 billion. These figures represent an organic growth … Read the full press release

Holcim Appoints Miljan Gutovic as New CEO, Jan Jenisch to Focus on Chairman Role and US Listing

(IN BRIEF) Holcim’s Board of Directors has named Miljan Gutovic as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective from May 1, 2024, succeeding the current CEO Jan Jenisch, who will concentrate on his role as chairman and lead the planned … Read the full press release

Holcim Announces Intent to List North American Business, Creating Leading Building Solutions Company

(IN BRIEF) Holcim plans to list its North American business in the US, creating a leading pure-play building solutions company. The listed business aims to focus on long-term growth in the North American market and unlock value for stakeholders. Jan … Read the full press release

Holcim and Norman Foster Foundation Demonstrate Sustainable Living Solutions for Displaced Populations

(IN BRIEF) Holcim and the Norman Foster Foundation have unveiled the Essential Homes Research Project at the 2023 Biennale of Architecture in Venice. The project aims to address the essential needs of displaced individuals by providing safe, comfortable, and sustainable … Read the full press release

Holcim commits CHF 2 billion to capture over 5 million tons of CO2 per year by 2030

(IN BRIEF) Holcim has published its second climate report, sharing the acceleration of its net zero journey and upgraded 2030 climate targets, which are aligned with the 1.5°C framework and validated by the Science Based Targets initiative. The company aims … Read the full press release

Holcim schlägt nach dem Rücktritt von Beat Hess Jan Jenisch als neuen Verwaltungsratspräsidenten vor

(IN KÜRZE) Holcim, ein globales Unternehmen für Baulösungen, hat bekannt gegeben, dass sein Verwaltungsratspräsident Beat Hess an der Generalversammlung im Mai 2023 nicht zur Wiederwahl in den Verwaltungsrat kandidieren wird. Der Verwaltungsrat plant, Jan Jenisch als neuen Präsidenten vorzuschlagen Hauptversammlung, … Read the full press release

Holcim Proposes Jan Jenisch as New Chairman Following Beat Hess Retirement

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global building solutions company, has announced that its Chairman, Beat Hess, will not seek re-election to the Board of Directors at the AGM in May 2023. The Board of Directors plans to propose Jan Jenisch as … Read the full press release

Holcim espanderà il business dei sistemi di copertura con l’acquisizione di FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH

(NOTIZIA IN BREVE) Holcim, un’azienda globale di materiali da costruzione, ha annunciato l’intenzione di acquisire FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH, produttore leader di tetti in materiale termoplastico con una forte presenza nei mercati europei in rapida crescita. Si prevede che l’acquisizione … Read the full press release

Holcim to Expand Roofing Systems Business with Acquisition of FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH

(IN BRIEF) Holcim, a global building materials company, has announced its plans to acquire FDT Flachdach Technologie GmbH, a leading manufacturer of thermoplastic roofs with a strong presence in fast-growing European markets. The acquisition is expected to complement Holcim’s existing … Read the full press release

Steffen Kindler, coming from Nestlé, will be Holcim’s new Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

(PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 18-Nov-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX: HOLN), one of the world’s leading suppliers of cement and aggregates, concrete and related services, has announced the appointment of Steffen Kindler, coming from Nestlé, as the Company’s new Chief Financial … Read the full press release

Steffen Kindler, venant de Nestlé, sera le nouveau Chief Financial Officer (CFO) de Holcim

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) ZUG, 18-Nov-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX : HOLN), l’un des principaux fournisseurs mondiaux de ciment et de granulats, béton et services connexes, a annoncé la nomination de Steffen Kindler, venant de Nestlé, en tant que nouveau Chief … Read the full press release

Die Übernahme der Holcim-Geschäfte Ambuja Cement und ACC durch den indischen Konglomerat Adani Group in Indien ist jetzt abgeschlossen

Adani Group hat die vollständigen Beteiligungen von Holcim an Ambuja Cement und ACC erworben Holcim erhielt einen Barerlös von USD 6,4 Milliarden (PRESSEMITTEILUNG) ZUG, 16-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX: HOLN), einer der weltweit führenden Anbieter von Zement und Zuschlagstoffen, … Read the full press release

Indian conglomerate Adani Group’s acquisition of Holcim’s businesses, Ambuja Cement and ACC, in India now closed

Adani Group has acquired Holcim’s full stakes in Ambuja Cement and ACC Holcim received cash proceeds of USD 6.4 billion (PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 16-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX: HOLN), one of the world’s leading suppliers of cement and aggregates, … Read the full press release

L’acquisition par le conglomérat indien Adani Group des activités d’Holcim, Ambuja Cement et ACC, en Inde est désormais finalisée

Adani Group a acquis la totalité des parts d’Holcim dans Ambuja Cement et ACC Holcim a reçu un produit en espèces de 6,4 milliards de dollars (COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) ZUG, 16-Sep-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX : HOLN), l’un des principaux … Read the full press release

Joint initiative of Holcim and Bloomberg Media to look into how cities lead the shift to circular living for a sustainable future

“Circular Cities Barometer” showcases top 25 cities leading the shift to circular living Scores based on circularity of buildings, municipal systems, urban amenities and policies Circularity critical to a sustainable future (PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 27-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX: … Read the full press release

Initiative conjointe de Holcim et Bloomberg Media pour examiner comment les villes conduisent le passage à la vie circulaire pour un avenir durable

(COMMUNIQUÉ DE PRESSE) ZUG, 27-Apr-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX : HOLN), l’un des principaux fournisseurs mondiaux de ciment et de granulats, de béton et de services associés, a annoncé une nouvelle initiative ensemble avec Bloomberg Media, une marque multiplateforme de … Read the full press release

Gemeinsame Initiative von Holcim und Bloomberg Media, um zu untersuchen, wie Städte den Übergang zum zirkulären Leben für eine nachhaltige Zukunft vorantreiben

“Circular Cities Barometer” zeigt 25 führende Städte, die den Wandel zu einem zirkulären Leben antreiben Die Bewertung basiert auf der Zirkularität von Gebäuden, Infrastruktur, städtischen Angeboten und der Politik Kreislaufwirtschaft ist entscheidend für eine nachhaltige Zukunft (PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 27-Apr-2022 … Read the full press release

Holcim expandiert mit der Akquisition von Malarkey Roofing Products auf dem US-Wohndachmarkt

Ausgewiesener zweistelliger Wachstumsmotor auf dem hochprofitablen und wachsenden US-Markt für Wohndächer Ergänzende Übernahme im Segment Dachsysteme, das bis 2025 einen Nettoumsatz von USD 4 Milliarden erzielen wird Beschleunigt das Wachstum des Bereichs Lösungen & Produkte, der bis 2025 30 Prozent … Read the full press release

Holcim se expande en el mercado de techado residencial de EE. UU. con la adquisición de Malarkey Roofing Products

Probado motor de crecimiento de dos dígitos en el altamente rentable y creciente mercado de techos residenciales de EE. UU. Otra adquisición histórica para sistemas de techado para lograr ventas netas de USD 4 mil millones para 2025 Acelerar la … Read the full press release

Holcim expands on the US residential roofing market with the acquisition of Malarkey Roofing Products

Proven double-digit growth engine in the highly profitable and growing US residential roofing market Another milestone acquisition for roofing systems to achieve USD 4 billion Net Sales by 2025 Accelerating expansion of Solutions & Products to reach 30% of Group … Read the full press release

The Swiss explorer, psychiatrist and environmentalist Bertrand Piccard joins this year’s Holcim Startup Accelerator Program

World-renowned explorer and environmentalist Bertrand Piccard joins Holcim to launch this year’s program Startups challenged to speed up innovation from recycling construction & demolition waste to green building solutions Enrollment is open until March 27, with 6-month program running from … Read the full press release

Der Schweizer Entdecker, Psychiater und Umweltschützer Bertrand Piccard tritt dem diesjährigen Holcim Startup Accelerator Programm bei

Der renommierte Entdecker und Umweltschützer Bertrand Piccard unterstützt Holcim beim diesjährigen Programm Start-ups werden aufgefordert, Innovationen vom Recycling von Bau- und Abbruchabfällen bis hin zu umweltfreundlichen Baulösungen zu beschleunigen Die Anmeldung ist bis zum 27. März möglich, das 6-monatige Programm … Read the full press release

L’explorateur, psychiatre et environnementaliste suisse Bertrand Piccard rejoint le Holcim Startup Accelerator Program de cette année

L’explorateur et écologiste de renommée mondiale Bertrand Piccard rejoint Holcim pour lancer le programme de cette année Les startups sont mises au défi d’accélérer l’innovation, du recyclage des déchets de construction et de démolition aux solutions de construction écologiques L’inscription … Read the full press release

France’s largest independent manufacturer of specialty building solutions PRB Group joins Holcim

Biggest independent specialty building solutions company in France with Net Sales of EUR 340m Highly regarded brand with leadership in innovation and sustainability Double-digit annual growth rates driven by advanced energy-efficient and renovation solutions Accelerates Holcim’s growth in Solutions & … Read the full press release

Holcim expands in the Pacific Northwest region of the U.S. with the acquisition of Cowden, a leader in ready-mix concrete and aggregates

(PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 4-Jan-2022 — /EuropaWire/ — Holcim (SWX: HOLN), one of the world’s leading suppliers of cement and aggregates, concrete and related services, has announced it acquired the leader in ready-mix concrete and aggregates across the Pacific Northwest region … Read the full press release

Holcim positions itself as a full roofing provider with the purchase of US residential roofing market leader Malarkey Roofing Products

Malarkey is a proven growth engine in the highly profitable and growing US residential roofing market Highly regarded brand with leadership in innovation and sustainability in Holcim’s biggest market Complementary acquisition in roofing systems to achieve USD 4 billion Net … Read the full press release

Holcim aims at becoming global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions with the launch of its Accelerating Green Growth 2025 strategy

Becoming global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions Expanding Solutions & Products to 30% of Group net sales Leading the circular economy by recycling 10 million tons of construction & demolition waste in its products Delivering continuous profitable growth … Read the full press release

Holcim: With 3 billion people expected to lack access to adequate housing by 2030, we are committed to putting our business to work to uplift our communities

Focus on bridging the world’s gap in affordable housing and infrastructure Continued commitment to improve livelihoods and uphold highest standards of human rights Strategy to create CHF 500m in social value by 2030 (PRESS RELEASE) ZUG, 22-Oct-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — … Read the full press release

Holcim in 1H2021: new records in Recurring EBIT, free cash flow and earnings per share

Growth momentum continues, net sales +16.6% LFL Significant margin increase in all regions, Recurring EBIT +72.2% LFL Record Free Cash Flow1 of CHF 814m, +9% 7 bolt-on acquisitions, successful start of Firestone Building Products Guidance for FY2021 Recurring EBIT growth … Read the full press release

Holcim milestone: the company’s green concrete ECOPact now available in 24 markets

ECOPact now available in 24 markets across all five regions just one year since global launch ECOPact reduces carbon footprint of concrete by at least 30%, contributing to Holcim’s net zero targets A milestone in Holcim’s transformation to become the … Read the full press release

LafargeHolcim aligns Sustainability and Innovation under Magali Anderson’s leadership

LafargeHolcim combines sustainability and innovation leadership for more impact Commitment to publish first Climate Transition report in 2022 Recent Innovation partnerships for sustainable building include XTreeE and CPC (PRESS RELEASE) ST. GALLEN, 18-Mar-2021 — /EuropaWire/ — LafargeHolcim announces that it … Read the full press release

LafargeHolcim part of major study on commercial-scale carbon capture at its Portland Cement Plant in Colorado

(PRESS RELEASE) VANCOUVER/ZURICH/HOUSTON/PARIS, 7-Jan-2020 — /EuropaWire/ — New joint study aimed at evaluating the viability and design of a commercial-scale carbon-capture facility at the Holcim Portland Cement Plant in Florence, Colorado, U.S. has been initiated by a group of leading … Read the full press release

Paul Schuler appointed Chief Executive Officer at Sika

BAAR, 23-May-2017 — /EuropaWire/ — Sika has appointed Paul Schuler, currently Regional Manager Europe Middle East Africa (EMEA), as Chief Executive Officer as of July 1, 2017. He succeeds Jan Jenisch who has accepted to become the new CEO at LafargeHolcim. … Read the full press release

Sika announced it now owns 100% of Dyflex HD Co Japan

Baar, Switzerland, 7-1-2014 — /EuropaWire/ — Sika has acquired the remaining 24.5% of Dyflex HD Co., Ltd. as of January 7, 2014 and achieves 100% ownership. The complete takeover further strengthens Sika’s position in the Japanese construction market. Sika has been … Read the full press release

AkzoNobel received €260M binding offer for its Building Adhesives business by Swiss-based Sika AG

9-8-2013 — /EuropaWire/ — AkzoNobel today announced that it has received a binding offer for the purchase of its Building Adhesives business by Sika AG for €260 million. Building Adhesives generated annual revenues of €185 million in 2012. The transaction, which … Read the full press release