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Holcim divests business in Kenya
Holcim has closed the divestment of its business in Kenya through a sale to Amsons Group of its entire 58.6% stake in Bamburi Cement Limited, resulting in cash proceeds of more than US$100 million for Holcim.
Holcim Group to test Capsol’s carbon capture technology
Capsol Technologies has signed a cooperation agreement with Holcim Group.
Holcim completes its share buyback programme
Holcim announces the successful completion of its share buyback programme initiated on 18 March 2024.
CarbiCrete collaborates with Aecon and Lafarge Canada to construct low carbon building in Ontario
The low carbon building will be used by Aecon as a tool storage facility for trainees working at the facility.
Heidelberg Materials’ joint venture Cement Australia expands footprint with acquisition of BGC Cementitious
Cement Australia, a joint venture between Heidelberg Materials Australia and Holcim Australia, acquires the cementitious division of the Buckeridge Group of Companies based in Perth, Australia.
A new solution for calcined clay
A significant contribution to the decarbonisation of cement production is being made, with new types of cement which use calcined clay and a smaller proportion of clinker than in traditional cement manufacture.
Holcim signs agreement to sell its Nigerian business
Holcim has signed an agreement with Huaxin Cement Ltd to sell its entire 83.81% shareholding in Lafarge Africa PLC, at an equity value of US$1 billion on a 100% basis.
Lafarge Canada and The Daniels Corporation announce First Carbon Smart Design collaboration using advanced concrete mixed design technology
Lafarge Canada, and its subsidiary Innocon, have announced a pioneering collaboration with The Daniels Corporation driving sustainable construction by leveraging carbon smart design principles and optimising concrete mix designs at the Daniels on Parliament development located in downtown Toronto.
Holcim-PRB’s GO CIRCULAR sets sail in Vendée Globe round-the-world yacht race
Team Holcim-PRB with its skipper Nicolas Lunven has joined the 40-boat regatta for the single-handed, round-the-world Vendée Globe sailing race, celebrating its 35th anniversary.
Holcim recognised with manufacturing sustainability award by Michigan Manufacturers Association
The Manufacturing Sustainability Award, new in 2024, pays tribute to innovative action to improve sustainability through clean energy solutions.