Heidelberg Materials Australia broadens footprint with acquisition of Queensland sand operations
Published by Alfie Lloyd-Perks,
Editorial Assistant
World Cement,
Heidelberg Materials Australia, formerly known as Hanson Australia, is pleased to announce the acquisition of the Hardcore Sands and Pink Lily Sands operations in Rockhampton, Central Queensland.
All employees will be retained as part of the acquisition.
Heidelberg Materials Australia’s Chief Executive, Phil Schacht, said the acquisition will provide the company with access to substantial sand reserves.
“The acquisition by Heidelberg Materials Australia of two quality sand operations in Queensland will extend our footprint in Australia and support our strategic expansion in key markets.”
Heidelberg Materials Australia’s Northern Region General Manager, Charlie Stoneman, said: “The addition of the Hardcore Sands and Pink Lily Sands quarries will complement our existing operations in Central Queensland and augment our market-leading offering for customers.”
The Rockhampton operations supply government, concrete, earthmoving, landscaping and golf industries with high quality products, including bulk and wholesale sand, gravel, stones, aggregates and other quarry products. Completion is scheduled for 31 January 2025.
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