Holcim acquires Swiss and French businesses

Holcim has announced the buyout of eight quarries and four ready mixed concrete plants in Alsace, France and four ready mixed concrete plants in the Basle area of Switzerland from Lafarge. Holcim has said that the acquisitions will strengthen its position in these markets.
March 28, 2012 Read time: 1 min

680 Holcim has announced the buyout of eight quarries and four ready mixed concrete plants in Alsace, France and four ready mixed concrete plants in the Basle area of Switzerland from 725 Lafarge. Holcim has said that the acquisitions will strengthen its position in these markets.

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