LafargeHolcim news
Holcim becomes first in sector with full net-zero pathway endorsed by SBTi
The company has set industry first 2050 net-zero targets, validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), building on its 2030 commitments approved in September 2020.
ETH Zurich and Holcim unveil sustainable floor system
The sustainability profile of the floor solution is driven by its smart design, using 50% less materials, its green concrete with Holcim’s ECOPact Plus offering a 33% lower carbon footprint and its circularity profile using Holcim’s green cement with 20% recycled construction and demolition waste inside.
Wärtsilä signs O&M agreement with Lafarge Africa Plc
The signing of the O&M agreement took place in July 2021, and is an extension of a previous 10-year agreement.
Holcim divests business in Brazil
The company has signed an agreement with CSN for the divestment of its business in Brazil for an enterprise value of US$1.025 billion.
Lafarge France Aggregates upgrades to the latest version of INFORM’s Transport Optimisation Software
This software will be used to optimise the dispatch of Lafarge France’s truck fleet in the aggregates business.
Holcim launches nature-positive strategy with measurable 2030 biodiversity and water targets
The company has announced its strategy to become nature-positive by restoring and preserving biodiversity and water while bringing more nature into cities.
Holcim Philippines appoints leaders to drive sustainability performance
The company is accelerating initiatives to improve sustainability with the appointment of senior leaders to further drive performance in key areas.
Caterina Costa de García appointed as chair of Holcim Ecuador
The company, which celebrates 100 years of operations in the country, consolidates its commitment to diversity with the first woman to take over as President of its Board of Directors.
LafargeHolcim in the US launches CementDirect app
The app- and web-based solution is engineered to improve the customer experience, enabling ready-mix producers to sign off on deliveries, monitor real-time load delivery statuses and access bills of lading, proof of delivery and historical shipping documents 24/7, all in one place.
Holcim’s Beckum cement plant is awarded platinum CSC sustainability certificate
The Beckum cement plant has received the CSC sustainability certificate in platinum. The award provides information about how ecologically, socially and economically responsible a plant is.