CRH (NYSE:CRH) is an Ireland-based global leader in the manufacture and supply of building materials, operating across North America, Europe and selected emerging markets. Through a diverse portfolio of products—including cement, aggregates, asphalt, ready-mixed concrete and a broad range of value-added building components—the company serves residential, commercial and infrastructure customers. CRH’s integrated business model extends from raw material extraction and processing to distribution and on-site technical support, enabling efficient project delivery for construction and public works.
Established in 1970 by the merger of Cement Roadstone Holdings and Roadstone Limited, CRH has grown from its Irish roots into one of the world’s foremost construction materials companies. Strategic acquisitions have driven its expansion, notably the 2005 acquisition of Oldcastle in North America and a series of bolt-on transactions across Europe and Asia. The company’s shares are traded on Euronext Dublin, the London Stock Exchange and have been cross-listed on the New York Stock Exchange since 2014.
CRH’s product portfolio encompasses primary materials such as aggregates and cement as well as value-added solutions including precast and architectural products, roofing systems, insulation and dry mortar. The company supports a wide range of end markets—from road building and infrastructural projects to housing developments and industrial construction—backed by a network of manufacturing plants, distribution terminals and technical centres around the world.
Governed by a board of directors and an executive leadership team with deep industry expertise, CRH places significant emphasis on sustainability, innovation and operational excellence. Its strategic priorities include reducing carbon emissions across the value chain, advancing digital technologies for smarter construction and fostering long-term partnerships with customers, communities and stakeholders.
