Holcim has taken an important step in its circular growth strategy with the acquisition of Mark Desmedt, a leading Belgian company specialising in the recycling of construction and demolition waste. Astrea is proud to have assisted Holcim in this strategic acquisition process.
This acquisition fits perfectly with Holcim's ambition to recycle 10 million tons of construction waste annually and thus continue to play a pioneering role in the transition to circular building materials. With Mark Desmedt, Holcim not only gains specialized knowledge, but also an established player with years of experience in sustainable material flows.
The collaboration strengthens Holcim's position in the Belgian market and underlines its commitment to actively contributing to the reduction of construction waste and CO₂ emissions in the sector.
About Holcim
Holcim is a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions. With a strong focus on circularity and decarbonization, the company aims to fundamentally transform the construction industry.
About Mark Desmedt
Mark Desmedt is a Belgian reference in the recycling sector, with a specialized focus on processing construction and demolition materials into reusable raw materials.
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