Heidelberg Materials is a leading global producer of building materials, operating across more than 50 countries on five continents. Headquartered in Heidelberg, Germany, the company’s core business encompasses cement, aggregates, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through an extensive network of production sites, terminals and distribution facilities, Heidelberg Materials serves customers in residential, commercial, infrastructure and industrial construction markets worldwide.
The company’s product portfolio extends beyond traditional materials to include tailored building solutions such as precast and prestressed concrete elements, mineral additives and specialty binders. Heidelberg Materials integrates digital tools and advanced logistics to optimise supply chains, improve project planning and reduce delivery times. With a strong emphasis on innovation, the company invests in research and development centres focused on low-carbon cement technologies, sustainable construction methods and circular economy initiatives.
Founded in 1873, Heidelberg Materials has grown through strategic acquisitions and organic expansion to become one of Europe’s largest cement producers. In June 2023, the firm rebranded from HeidelbergCement to Heidelberg Materials, underscoring its commitment to sustainable growth and diversified building solutions. The company’s sustainability agenda includes ambitious targets for carbon reduction, resource efficiency and biodiversity protection, with several green production sites already achieving net-zero emissions milestones.
Governance is provided by a Management Board led by Chief Executive Officer Dr. Dominik von Achten, under the oversight of a Supervisory Board chaired by Dr. Martin Brudermüller. Heidelberg Materials’ leadership team emphasises stakeholder engagement, transparency and long-term value creation, guiding the firm’s strategic priorities around decarbonisation, digitalisation and customer-centric service excellence.
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