Europe & CIS

Leonard has unveiled a refreshed corporate identity designed to signal a renewed commitment to removing more people from high-risk shutdown environments.

Limak Cement has opened its Low Carbon Cement Mediterranean Terminal in Iskenderun, Türkiye.

Holcim has entered into an agreement to acquire Fermacell from James Hardie Industries plc.

Cemex will supply 11 000 cubic metres of concrete over a 20-month period, including white concrete for columns and architectural elements, as well as concrete solutions for walls and floors.

Breedon Group announces an update to its Back British Cement campaign, which was launched in January this year to make the case for urgent action to secure the future of domestic cement production.

Focus on high energy prices, security of supply for green electricity, expansion of grid infrastructure, and reliable framework conditions for new technologies.

Global building materials solutions supplier Cemex announces the opening of a new state-of-the-art facility in Swindon, Wiltshire, dedicated to lower carbon dry mortar and sprayed concrete production.

Rohrdorfer has increased the capacity of the pilot carbon capture plant at the Rohrdorf cement plant to up to 99%.

Material Evolution, the UK-based low-carbon cement innovator, has helped RPC Contracts cut carbon by 20% while improving strength in its precast products using MevoXL.

Total revenues of US$10.8 billion (Q2 2025: US$10.2 billion) were 6% ahead of the prior year driven by positive pricing momentum, good underlying demand, and contributions from acquisitions.

Groundwork is progressing well to build the UK’s first carbon capture facility at a cement works at Heidelberg Materials UK’s Padeswood site in north Wales.

Heidelberg Materials posts strong second quarter 2026 growth, with revenue rising to €6.04 billion, supported by strategic acquisitions and continued sustainability progress.

Molins delivered solid results, supported by price discipline, operational efficiency initiatives, and the contribution from acquisitions, including Secil from the second quarter onwards.

Holcim launches the Sustainable Construction Academy, a 100% virtual platform, in Spanish, with international CPD certification and delivered by global experts.

Hoffmann Green Cement Technologies announce the signing of a commercial partnership with Clément & Fils, a family-run business specialising in masonry, structural work, and the construction of housing and industrial buildings in the West of France.