What Holcim España does

Holcim España, S.A.U., headquartered in Madrid, is the wholly-owned Spanish subsidiary of Swiss-listed Holcim Ltd (SWX:HOLN) and operates as a vertically integrated construction materials producer serving construction companies, infrastructure contractors, real estate developers, and public works entities across Spain. The company operates an industrial network of five cement factories (Villaluenga de la Sagra, Carboneras, Montcada i Reixac, Jerez, Sagunto), 20 concrete plants, one mortar plant, one waste treatment facility (Geocycle, Albox), four loading terminals, two distribution centers, an R&D center for new concretes and mortars in Alcobendas, and a Central Quality Laboratory. Its product portfolio spans cement (including ECOPlanet low-carbon cement), concrete (including ECOPact low-carbon, Agilia self-compacting, Artevia decorative, Hydromedia permeable, Chronolia fast-setting, Thermedia insulating, and Ultra Series), technical mortars and paints under the Tector brand (including 3D printing solutions), and natural hydraulic lime products (Ancesthral, Nathural, Crualys). In January 2024 the company acquired a 54% stake in Artepref to enter industrialized prefabricated construction, and in June 2026 it completed the Xella acquisition.

Name

Holcim España

Legal name

HOLCIM ESPAÑA, S.A.U.

Website

https://holcim.es

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Holcim España is the Spanish subsidiary of Swiss-listed Holcim Ltd, producing cement, concrete, mortar, lime, and prefabricated construction materials across a national network of 5 cement factories and 20 concrete plants, serving construction firms, developers, and infrastructure contractors with sustainability-focused product lines.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Materials Manufacturing

NAICS

Cement Manufacturing (327310), Ready-Mix Concrete Manufacturing (327320), Other Concrete Product Manufacturing (327390)

SIC

Cement, Hydraulic (3241), Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272), Concrete, Gypsum & Plaster Products (3270)

akta.pro primary industry

Cement Manufacturing (Portland, Blended & Specialty) (IMADAAAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Ready-Mix Concrete Production & Delivery (IMADAAAA), Mortar, Grout & Masonry Cements (IMADABAL)

Keywords

• Cement manufacturing
• Ready-mix concrete
• Construction materials
• Low-carbon cement
• Building solutions

Headquarters

HQ city

Madrid

HQ country

Spain

HQ region

Europe

Offices9 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Cement sales: Holcim España generates the majority of its revenue through the manufacture and sale of cement products, including standard cement, ECOPlanet low-carbon cement, masonry cement, structural-use cement, precast industry cement, mortar industry cement, and special cements. Sold primarily through direct enterprise sales to construction companies, developers, and contractors.
2. Concrete (Hormigón) sales: Sale of ready-mix and specialty concrete products including ECOPact sustainable concrete, Agilia self-compacting concrete, Artevia ornamental concrete, Hydromedia permeable concrete, Chronolia fast-setting concrete, and Thermedia insulating concrete. Supplied to construction sites via truck mixers.
3. Mortar and Tector solutions: Sales of technical mortars, paints and coatings, chemical solutions and additives, and 3D printing mortar solutions under the Tector brand. Also includes lime products (Ancesthral, Nathural, Crualys) for construction applications.
4. Prefabricated concrete (Artepref): Revenue from prefabricated concrete elements for industrialized construction, including structural systems, flooring systems, and precast enclosures. Generated through Holcim's 54% stake in Artepref, expanding into the industrialized construction market segment.
5. Waste co-processing (Geocycle): Geocycle manages industrial waste streams at the Albox plant, transforming non-recyclable residues into alternative fuels and raw materials for cement production, contributing to circular economy revenue streams.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

Holcim España manufactures and supplies cement, ready-mix concrete, mortars, lime, and prefabricated concrete products for the Spanish construction sector. It operates five cement plants and more than 20 concrete plants across Spain, serving infrastructure, residential, commercial, and industrial building projects. The company emphasizes low-carbon product lines (ECOPlanet, ECOPact) and circular construction solutions under its ECOCycle platform.

Product overview

Holcim España operates as a comprehensive construction materials company offering an integrated portfolio of cement, concrete, mortar, lime, and digital solutions. The core product lines include ECOPlanet (low-carbon cement reducing 30-70% CO2), ECOPact (low-carbon concrete with EPD certification), and ECOCycle (circular technology for recycled construction materials). The concrete portfolio features specialized products including Agilia (self-consolidating), Artevia (architectural), Hydromedia (permeable), Chronologia (fast-setting), Thermedia (thermal insulating), and Ultra Series. The Tector line provides technical mortars, paints, and 3D printing solutions, while the lime portfolio includes Ancesthral, Nathural, and Crualys. Digital offerings include the Holcim+ customer platform with WhatsApp ordering and a carbon footprint calculator tool. The company also provides quality laboratory services and concrete advisory tools, positioning itself as a full-service sustainable construction solutions provider.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ECOPlanet: Low carbon cement range reducing CO2 footprint by 30% to 70%
• ECOPact
• ECOCycle
• Hydromedia
• Agilia
• Artevia
• Chronolia
• Thermedia
• Tector
• Ancesthral
• Nathural
• Crualys
• Geocycle
• Holcim Campus
• Holcim+

Products and services

• ECOPlanet
• ECOPact
• Agilia
• Artevia
• Hydromedia
• Chronolia
• Thermedia
• Tector
• Cement range
• Prefabricated concrete (Artepref)
• Lime products (Ancesthral, Nathural, Crualys)
• Geocycle

Quantifiable outcome

• ECOPlanet cement reduces CO2 emissions by 30–70% vs. standard cement
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature7 records

Partnerships

14 partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• ACCIONAminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 16 October 2025ACCIONA and Holcim tested a new sustainable concrete formulation, exploring innovative low-carbon construction materials for infrastructure applications.
• XellacoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2025Holcim completed the acquisition of Xella, a building materials company, expanding its portfolio of construction solutions and reinforcing its position in the sustainable construction market.
• EndesaminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 June 2025Endesa and Holcim collaborated to reuse wind turbine blade fiber in concrete production, contributing to circular economy objectives by giving composite materials from renewable energy infrastructure a second life in construction.
• CO2necta (Enagás, Saggas)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 January 2025Enagás, Holcim, and Saggas jointly promote the CO2necta project for Carbon Capture, Use, and Storage (CCUS) in Valencia. This initiative drives industrial transformation toward decarbonization, with Holcim contributing its expertise in carbon capture from cement production.
• Renault TrucksminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 21 January 2025Holcim España expanded its fleet of electric concrete mixer trucks in partnership with Renault Trucks, supporting the company's electrification and fleet decarbonization strategy.
• Ella ConstruyeminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 24 September 2024Holcim España and Ella Construye collaborate on equality and inclusion initiatives in the construction sector, including construction camps for women and programs promoting gender diversity in the industry.
• COAM (Colegio Oficial de Arquitectos de Madrid)minorGTM or Marketing Partner · 5 March 2024Holcim joined COAM to promote architecture as a sector in service of society, contributing to the discourse on sustainable construction and low-carbon building design.
• Green Building Council España (GBCE)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 22 February 2024Holcim España became a strategic member of GBCE to promote circular and sustainable construction practices in the building sector. Holcim contributes its expertise in low-carbon materials and sustainable construction solutions, while GBCE provides forums for knowledge exchange and the development of proposals and initiatives aimed at reducing the carbon footprint of the built environment.
• ArteprefcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 12 January 2024Holcim acquired a 54% stake in Artepref, a leading company in innovative prefabricated concrete systems for industrialized construction (structural systems, flooring, enclosures). Artepref continues under its own management and brand. This extends Holcim's Solutions & Products segment and advances its strategy to expand green growth, particularly in low-carbon industrialized construction in Spain.
• AEDAS HomescoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 December 2023Holcim and AEDAS Homes signed an agreement in early 2023 for the supply of ECOPact low-carbon concrete across three residential developments (Luzán in Zaragoza, Comte in Valencia, and La Maquia in Alcalá de Henares). This partnership supports AEDAS Homes' ESG plan to neutralize the carbon footprint of its projects by 50%, using ECOPact concrete that reduces CO2 emissions by approximately 45% per cubic meter vs. conventional concrete.
• CEOE (Confederación Española de Organizaciones Empresariales)minorOthers · 17 October 2023Holcim España joined CEOE as a member to drive decarbonization of the construction sector. Holcim participates in CEOE commissions on housing and urban planning, circular economy, labor and social security, and equality and diversity. This membership reinforces synergies with the business community and supports shared objectives such as achieving net-zero emissions.
• All4Zero (ArcelorMittal, Iberia, Repsol)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 September 2023All4Zero is a private, multi-sector, non-profit industrial innovation hub co-founded by ArcelorMittal, Holcim, Iberia, and Repsol to accelerate disruptive technologies for decarbonization and circular economy. Partners contribute industrial facilities and R&D centers. Holcim contributes its Central Cement Quality Laboratory, five factories (Villaluenga de la Sagra, Carboneras, Sagunto, Montcada i Reixac, Jerez), the New Concretes and Mortars R&D Center (Alcobendas), and all concrete and mortar plants. The hub also works with startups, SMEs, and universities on technology validation and scaling.
• Enagás, Navantia, Tecnalia, IMDEA Energía (All4Zero associates)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 September 2023Associated partners in the All4Zero innovation hub contributing expertise in gas infrastructure, shipbuilding, applied research, and sustainable energy.
• Volvo TruckscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 June 2023Volvo Trucks and Holcim partnered to deploy electric concrete mixer trucks in Spain. Volvo delivered the first electric mixer truck in Spain to Holcim in June 2023 (Volvo FE model, 265 Kwh battery, 200 km range). Holcim joined Volvo's largest commercial electric truck order (1,000 units across Europe by 2030). The partnership supports fleet electrification and zero-emission urban construction logistics.

Scale indicators13 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Titan Cement Group: Greek-headquartered cement and building materials multinational with Southeastern European and U.S. footprint. Operates in the same European cement category and competes for cross-border contractors served in Spain.
• Votorantim Cimentos: Brazilian-headquartered cement multinational with growing presence in Iberia and Europe. Competes with Holcim España in cement and aggregates, though its center of gravity is Latin America.
• CRH plc: Irish-headquartered building materials group with extensive European cement, concrete, and aggregates operations. A broad incumbent that competes with Holcim España across multiple construction materials categories.
• Buzzi SpA: Italian cement multinational with European and U.S. operations producing cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates. Comparable as a European integrated cement peer with the same downstream product breadth.

Direct peers

• Cementos Molins: Spanish-headquartered cement and concrete producer with integrated operations across Iberia and Latin America. Directly comparable to Holcim España as a domestic peer competing on cement, ready-mix, and sustainable product lines in the same Spanish market.
• Cementos Portland Valderrivas: Spanish cement producer part of the FCC Group, focused on cement, concrete, and aggregates across Spain. A direct domestic competitor to Holcim España across general-purpose cement and ready-mix concrete.
• Heidelberg Materials (Spain): German multinational's Spanish operations producing cement, concrete, and aggregates. Competes head-to-head with Holcim España on decarbonized cement and ready-mix volumes to Spanish contractors and developers.
• Cemex (Spain): Mexican multinational's Spanish subsidiary producing cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregates. Directly competes with Holcim España on low-carbon cement/concrete offerings and large infrastructure customers in Spain.

Others

• ACCIONA: Spanish infrastructure and renewable energy contractor that is both a major customer and co-development partner of Holcim España (e.g., joint sustainable concrete testing). Comparable as an end-customer and innovation partner rather than a direct cement competitor.
• Sika AG: Swiss specialty chemicals company supplying concrete admixtures, sealants, and mortars adjacent to Holcim's Tector line. Adjacent rather than directly competing, but addressing the same specifier base.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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