Holcim accelerates UK growth with acquisitions

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The deal sees Holcim take ownership of P. J. Thory Limited, Gemmix Limited and Pro Minimix Limited, a combined group based in the Midlands and East of England.

The companies, which employ around 130 people across nine sites, operate sand and gravel and limestone quarries, multiple readymix concrete plants, and a recycling centre producing secondary aggregates.

The deal will give Holcim expanded coverage in the East of England and complement its existing presence in the East Midlands.

Lee Sleight, CEO of Holcim UK, said, “This is a major acquisition which gives us much greater coverage in the East of England and I’m excited to be announcing the deal that will see the companies becoming part of Holcim in the UK.

“Not only does it align with our ongoing wider growth strategy, it increases our Readymix Concrete footprint, provides vital sand and gravel mineral reserves and bolsters our recycling offering as part of an ongoing drive to increase our circular construction materials.”

The acquisition forms part of Holcim’s broader growth plan, which includes expanding its circular materials portfolio and securing long-term access to strategic mineral reserves across key regional markets.

In its Strategy for 2025 report, published in 2021, the company said it aims to lead the circular economy and recycle 75 million tons of materials across its business, including ten million tons of construction and demolition waste by 2025.