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  • Expansion of Building Solutions through acquisitions in Western Europe

    Expansion of Building Solutions through acquisitions in Western Europe

    Zoug-based building materials manufacturer Holcim has acquired Alkern, a French manufacturer of precast concrete elements based in Harnes. The aim of the acquisition is to advance Holcim’s NextGen Growth 2030 targets, according to which the Building Solutions division is to account for a total of 50 per cent of net sales by 2030.

    Alkern, which has more than 1,000 employees and 50 plants in France and Belgium and most recently generated annual net sales of €250 million, offers solutions for the built environment in addition to precast concrete products. The acquisition thus complements Holcim’s portfolio with wall, floor and water management systems in addition to precast concrete products.

    “Both Alkern’s leading position in precast concrete elements in France and its wall, floor and water management systems complement our portfolio and expand our high-quality range of building solutions. We welcome Alkern’s 1,000 employees to Holcim and look forward to creating further added value together while advancing the ‘NextGen Growth 2030’ goal,” said Dragan Maksimovic, Region Head West Europe at Holcim.

    According to Holcim, the acquisition will have a positive impact on earnings per share (EPS) and free cash flow in the first year. From the third year onwards, annual synergies of around €11 million and an improvement in return on invested capital (ROIC) are expected.

    Holcim, which claims to be a leader in sustainable construction, generated sales of €16.2 billion in 2024. The Zug-based company offers end-to-end building materials and construction solutions, from foundations and flooring to roofs and walls.

  • Acquisition in North America strengthens portfolio for precast concrete parts

    Acquisition in North America strengthens portfolio for precast concrete parts

    Holcim has acquired the Canadian Langley Concrete Group Inc. Jaime Hill, Head of the North America region at Holcim, described this strategic step in a company statement as “a natural extension of our growth strategy”. This combines the technical expertise of the Langley Concrete Group in precast concrete parts with Holcim’s own activities. The enlarged portfolio also increases Holcim’s reach.

    The acquisition reportedly includes two state-of-the-art production facilities in the province of British Columbia, located in the cities of Chilliwack and Duncan. From there, the region will be supplied with dry and wet mix concrete products for above and below ground infrastructure applications, including manholes, pipes, boxes and other components for municipal, commercial and industrial applications.

    Langley Concrete President Mark Omelaniec says he is proud of what his family has built over 75 years. The family is “confident that Holcim is the right partner to take it forward as the growth opportunities in British Columbia continue. This transition offers long-term opportunities for our team and our customers.”