Metrotile

What Metrotile does

Metrotile is a Belgian-headquartered manufacturer of stone-coated pressed steel roofing tiles and panels, founded in 1997 as Metrotile Europe in Tongeren and now operated as a subsidiary of IKO Metals Europe NV. The company produces 16 product profiles — spanning traditional pressed profiles (Bond, Roman, Classic, Shake, Woodshake, Shingle, Viksen, Mistral, Romana, Gallo, xBond, Qube) and the concealed-fastening iSeries (iPanel, iSlate, iShingle, iShake) — from aluminum-zinc coated steel finished with natural stone granules. Underlying technology includes an 8-point horizontal fastening system for wind resistance, an Above Sheathing Ventilation (ASV) system for thermal performance, integrated vents that avoid roof penetrations, and ISO 9001/14001-certified manufacturing centered on a 13,000 m² facility in Tongeren that the group describes as the world's largest pressed metal tile factory.

Metrotile serves four primary customer segments: individual homeowners seeking durable, warranted roofing; roofing contractors and installers; architects and designers specifying materials; and property developers working on residential, commercial, modular, hospitality, education, government, and cultural projects. Pricing is quote-based through a global network of wholly-owned regional subsidiaries and authorized distributors across 80+ countries, with installer training, CAD files, and technical documentation forming the specifier ecosystem. Products carry a 40-year transferable warranty, weigh approximately 7 kg/m² versus ~46 kg/m² for concrete tiles, achieve hurricane resistance up to 190 km/h, and have demonstrated roughly 30% reductions in cooling energy costs when combined with ASV.

The business is a pure-play hardware manufacturer: revenue is generated from sale of tiles, profiles, and roofing accessories through channel partners, with no software, subscription, or service revenue lines. Following the 2019 acquisitions of GERARD and Twintile and the 2021 acquisition of Ross Roofing Group (Tilcor brand for Asia-Pacific), the group consolidated operations in 2023 under IKO Metals Europe NV, the world's largest family-owned roofing manufacturer and exporter. Metrotile is one of several retained brands within this umbrella alongside Decra, GERARD, and Tilcor.

Name

Metrotile

Legal name

IKO Metals Europe NV

Website

https://metrotile.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1957

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Metrotile is a Belgian-headquartered manufacturer of stone-coated pressed steel roofing tiles and panels, serving homeowners, contractors, architects, and developers across 80+ countries through regional subsidiaries and authorized distributors via its parent IKO Metals Europe NV.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Metal Roofing

NAICS

Sheet Metal Work Manufacturing (332322), Ornamental and Architectural Metal Products Manufacturing (33232)

SIC

Sheet Metal Work (3444)

akta.pro primary industry

Metal Roofing Systems (IMADAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Metal Roofing & Wall Panels (Architectural/Structural) (IMADACAG), Flashing, Edge Metal & Roof Accessories (IMADAFAJ)

Keywords

• Stone-coated steel roofing
• Metal roof tiles
• Pressed metal roofing
• Roofing systems
• Roof tiles manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Tongeren

HQ country

Belgium

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Stone-Coated Steel Roofing Tiles and Systems: Metrotile manufactures and sells stone-coated pressed metal roof tiles and complete roofing systems including accessories. Products are sold through a global network of distributors. Revenue is generated from the sale of roofing panels, profiles, and related installation accessories.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Metrotile manufactures and sells stone-coated pressed metal roofing tiles and panels made from aluminum-zinc coated steel with natural stone granules. The company produces 16 distinct roofing profiles, including traditional styles (Bond, Roman, Classic, Shake, Woodshake, Shingle, Viksen, Mistral, Romana, Gallo, xBond, Qube) and innovative concealed-fastening panels (iPanel, iSlate, iShingle, iShake). Products are sold through a global distributor and contractor network in over 80 countries.

Product overview

Metrotile manufactures stone-coated steel roofing tiles and panels, offering 16 distinct product profiles including traditional styles (Bond, Roman, Classic, Shake, Woodshake, Shingle, Viksen, Mistral, Romana, Gallo, xBond, Qube) and innovative concealed-fastening products (iPanel, iSlate, iShingle, iShake). The product line combines the aesthetic appeal of traditional roofing materials (clay, slate, wood, shingles) with the strength, durability, and lightweight properties of steel. The core products feature stone-coated steel with aluminium-zinc coating, while the iSeries offers lightweight alternatives and the iPanel provides concealed fastening for streamlined aesthetics. All products are backed by a 40-year transferable warranty and are installed in over 80 countries worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Bond: Smooth flowing curves for a timeless appeal
• Roman
• Classic
• Shake
• Woodshake
• Shingle
• Viksen
• Mistral
• Romana
• Gallo
• iPanel
• iSlate
• iShingle
• iShake
• xBond
• Qube

Products and services

• Bond Stone-coated steel tile with smooth flowing curves offering a timeless appeal, designed to replicate traditional clay or concrete roofing aesthetics for residential and commercial buildings.
• Roman Stone-coated steel tile providing an authentic Mediterranean look for residential homes, combining traditional aesthetics with modern steel durability.
• Classic Stone-coated steel tile with strong, bold lines for homeowners seeking to make a statement, offering durability with a contemporary aesthetic.
• Shake Stone-coated steel tile inspired by classic wooden roofs but with all the strength of steel, providing a natural wood appearance without the maintenance requirements.
• Woodshake Stone-coated steel tile providing warm wooden roof aesthetics without the need for regular treatment, offering long-lasting beauty with steel strength.
• Shingle Stone-coated steel tile offering a unique alternative to traditional shingle and slate, combining lightweight design with enhanced durability.
• Viksen Stone-coated steel tile replicating the chaotic structure of hand-split wooden shingles, offering distinctive rustic aesthetics with steel performance.
• Mistral Stone-coated steel tile featuring a typical European roof design with a timeless effect, suitable for traditional architectural styles.
• Romana Stone-coated steel tile offering Mediterranean living style with benefits of 21st century materials, combining traditional charm with modern performance.
• Gallo Stone-coated steel tile designed to give homes a villa look, offering Mediterranean-inspired aesthetics with steel durability.
• iPanel Concealed fastening steel panel providing a streamlined roof appearance with hidden fasteners, eliminating water infiltration risks through fastener holes and offering a cleaner aesthetic.
• iSlate Lightweight steel panel offering the attractive appearance of natural slate without the weight, providing an alternative for traditional slate applications.
• iShingle Lightweight steel panel offering wood shingle aesthetics without the fire risk, combining traditional appearance with enhanced safety.
• iShake Lightweight steel panel providing perfect replacement for handsplit wooden shakes, offering durability and low maintenance.
• xBond Stone-coated steel tile featuring timeless design with smooth flowing curves, offering a classic aesthetic appeal.
• Qube Stone-coated steel tile combining a stylish trend with the strength of steel, offering contemporary aesthetics with modern performance.

Quantifiable outcome

• 30% reduction in cooling energy costs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• IKO Metals Europe NV (Parent Company)coreOthersMetrotile is owned and operated by IKO Metals Europe NV, a Belgian company that acquired Metrotile Europe and merged with IKO Europe in 2010. IKO is the world's largest family-owned manufacturer and exporter of roofing products. In 2023, the company became IKO METALS EUROPE NV after consolidating all acquired brands including Metrotile, Gerard, Decra, and Tilcor.
• RoofTG (Roof Tile Group)coreOthersRoofTG is the operating name under which IKO Metals Europe became the world's leading manufacturer of pressed metal rooftiles after acquiring GERARD and Twintile brands in 2019 and merging operations in Belgium.
• Metrotile CE, s.r.o.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSubsidiary company established in 2006 to operate in Slovakia and Czech Republic markets, addressing the strong demand for lightweight yet aesthetic roofing in hilly Central European regions.
• Celuplast Ltd. (Ireland)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIrish distributor located in Baldoyle Industrial Estate, Dublin, providing Metrotile products to the Irish market.
• IKO Metals Europe NV (Poland Distribution)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOperates Poland distribution through RoofTG Europe NV with Lukasz Malicki as Metrotile Sales Manager Poland.
• Metrotile Scandinavia A/SregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorScandinavian operations with office and warehouse in Thisted, Denmark, distributing to Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and Finland with 30-year warranty and short delivery times.
• Metrotile UK LtdregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorUK subsidiary providing lightweight roof tiles for diverse projects including housing, schools, and modular buildings, using Bond, Slate, Roman, and Shingle profiles.
• Bouwimpex BV (Netherlands)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorExclusive importer of Metrotile Europe NV since 1999, serving the recreation sector and holiday park market with focus on traditional Metrotile Bond profiles.
• Metrotile Southern AfricaregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouth African distributor located in Johannesburg, Brakpan, serving the African continent market.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Owens Corning: Major global roofing manufacturer (asphalt shingles and components) with growing presence in metal roofing and building envelope. Competes with Metrotile in premium residential roofing segments.
• GAF: North America's largest roofing manufacturer (part of Standard Industries), offering asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and integrated roofing systems. Direct competitor in commercial and residential roofing markets.
• IKO: Parent company and the world's largest family-owned roofing manufacturer and exporter. Owns multiple roofing brands globally and provides both the corporate backing and broader product portfolio context for Metrotile.
• Carlisle Construction Materials: Major US roofing and waterproofing manufacturer, owned by Carlisle Companies. Competes with Metrotile in commercial roofing systems and increasingly in residential metal roofing.
• Etex (Eternit): Belgian building materials group producing fiber cement roofing slates and panels. A direct geographic and product-line competitor in European residential roofing, with significant overlap in Belgium and France.
• BMI Group (Monier): European leader in pitched and flat roofing systems, owned by Standard Industries. Competes with Metrotile across Europe in both traditional clay/concrete tiles and integrated roofing systems.
• CertainTeed (Saint-Gobain): A major North American roofing manufacturer owned by Saint-Gobain, offering asphalt shingles, metal roofing, and a wide building products portfolio. Competes with Metrotile in residential and commercial roofing.
• Wienerberger: Austrian-headquartered global leader in clay and concrete roof tiles. A direct competitor in European pitched roofing, with overlapping customers in residential new-build and re-roofing.

Direct peers

• ATAS International: US-based metal roofing and wall cladding manufacturer serving commercial and residential markets. Directly comparable as a specialist fabricator of metal roofing panels in architectural applications.
• Boral Roofing: Major manufacturer of metal roofing tiles and shingles in Australia and North America, directly competing with Metrotile in stone-coated and metal roofing segments across the Pacific.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/Metrotile.Europe
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/metrotile-europe

Compliance2 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Subsidiaries15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

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