Axter Australia Pty Ltd

What Axter Australia Pty Ltd does

Axter Australia Pty Ltd is the registered corporate name behind the IKO-AXTER waterproofing business, a French-headquartered manufacturer (SASU, RCS Paris 351 844 527) of bituminous, synthetic PVC-P, and liquid polyurethane waterproofing systems for flat and pitched roofs, terraces, civil-engineering structures, and building-integrated photovoltaic applications. The firm was founded in 1990 and operates a manufacturing plant at Courchelettes (near Douai) in northern France, with regional sales administration co-located at that site and a Paris corporate office. Its product portfolio spans bituminous systems (HYRENE SPOT, HYRENE TS, FORCE, TOPFIX, ALPAL MULTI), synthetic membranes (HYPERFLEX), liquid resins (STARCOAT PRO, STARCOAT R), eco-responsible lines (CITYFLOR for green roofs, OXYGEN for NOx-depolluting photocatalytic membranes, Top Reflect for cool-roof reflectivity), and photovoltaic waterproofing systems (IKO SURFA 5 TOPSOLAR with rigid modules and IKO EXCEL SOLAR with flexible self-adhesive modules). Supporting accessories include adhesives, primers, vapor barriers, sealing strips, drainage membranes, and adjustable paver pedestals.

The business model is a hybrid of direct field sales and indirect distribution: 15 commercial delegates and 3 business developers cover France on a regional basis, supported by 25 logistics deposits that deliver within 48-72 hours to a network of more than 100 distributors selling in free service. Customers span public-sector construction (hospitals, memorials, exhibition centers, aquatic centers), private enterprise (industrial plants, arenas, logistics platforms), and residential/commercial developments. Documented reference projects include the 65,000 m² Parc des Expositions in Toulouse, a 10,600 m² Bordeaux Arena, a 74 kWp photovoltaic installation at Seco Tools, and a 5,030 m² Rouen ice rink renovation. The business holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, CE marking across multiple EN standards, and CSTB technical approvals (ATEx/DTA, QB 55), which are prerequisite for specification in regulated construction tenders.

The company merged with IKO on January 1, 2023, becoming a wholly-owned subsidiary of the IKO group, with product ranges progressively rebranded under IKO from Spring 2023 and full communication standardization completed by January 2024. Sister entity COLETANCHE provides geotechnical and civil-engineering sealing solutions within the same group. The firm maintains commercial websites for the United Kingdom, Germany, and the Czech Republic, indicating a multi-country European footprint, while the registered Australian legal entity name suggests potential APAC market entry or holding structure that is not yet visible in operational data. No revenue, headcount, or funding figures are publicly disclosed.

Name

Axter Australia Pty Ltd

Legal name

IKO-AXTER

Website

https://axter.eu

Company type

Private

Founded year

1990

Operating status

Operating

Short description

French-headquartered IKO-AXTER manufactures bituminous, synthetic PVC-P, and liquid waterproofing systems plus photovoltaic-integrated membranes for buildings, civil engineering, and infrastructure projects across Europe.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Construction Waterproofing Materials

NAICS

Asphalt Paving, Roofing, and Saturated Materials Manufacturing (32412)

SIC

Fabricated Rubber Products, Nec (3060)

akta.pro primary industry

Roofing Systems & Waterproofing (Membranes, Shingles, TPO/EPDM, Liquid-Applied) (IMAFAMAA)

Keywords

• Bituminous waterproofing systems
• Synthetic membrane roofing
• Liquid waterproofing resins
• Photovoltaic roof integration
• Civil engineering waterproofing

Headquarters

HQ city

Paris

HQ country

France

HQ region

Europe

Offices6 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Axter develops, manufactures, and distributes waterproofing systems for buildings (flat roofs, terraces, green roofs, parking decks) and civil engineering structures. The product range spans bituminous membranes (SBS elastomer bitumen), synthetic PVC-P membranes, liquid polyurethane resins, and integrated photovoltaic waterproofing systems. Following the January 2023 merger with IKO, products are being consolidated under the IKO brand.

Product overview

Axter is a major player in the waterproofing industry for over 30 years, developing and manufacturing bituminous, synthetic, and liquid waterproofing systems for flat and pitched roofs, as well as civil engineering works. The product portfolio centers on four main waterproofing technologies: (1) Bituminous systems including HYRENE SPOT (semi-independent self-adhesive/torch system), HYRENE TS (adhered/semi-independent/full-independence bicouche), FORCE (monocouche with variants for different applications), ALPAL MULTI (direct-weld on mineral wool), and TOPFIX (mechanically-fixed); (2) Synthetic waterproofing via HYPERFLEX (PVC-P membranes); (3) Liquid waterproofing through STARCOAT PRO (polyurethane resin) and STARCOAT R (bitumen-polyurethane for upstands); and (4) Eco-responsible solutions including IKO SURFA 5 TOPSOLAR and IKO EXCEL SOLAR (photovoltaic integration), CITYFLOR (vegetative roofing), OXYGEN (depolluting photocatalytic membranes), and Top Reflect (Cool Roof reflective systems). Accessory products include adhesives (HYRA STIK), primers (VERNIS ANTAC), vapor barriers (ROLLSTICK, ARMALU), sealing strips (STICKBAND, STICKFLEX), protection/drainage membranes (DELTA-MS), and adjustable support pedestals (PLOT AXTER). Following the January 2023 merger with IKO, products are transitioning to the unified IKO brand.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• IKO SURFA 5 TOPSOLAR Photovoltaic waterproofing system with rigid modules mounted on welded attachments, enabling optimal panel exposure for flat roofs.
• IKO EXCEL SOLAR Complete photovoltaic waterproofing system for flat roofs using flexible self-adhesive modules weighing approximately 2.8 kg/m².
• HYRENE SPOT Bituminous waterproofing system for inaccessible and technical flat roofs featuring a self-adhesive first layer and torch-welded second layer.
• HYRENE TS Two-layer bituminous waterproofing system for inaccessible, technical, pedestrian, or vehicle-accessible flat roofs with exposed or protected waterproofing.
• FORCE Single-layer bituminous SBS membrane system for inaccessible and technical flat roofs with exposed waterproofing.
• FORCE DALLE Single-layer bituminous SBS membrane for flat roofs under gravel or raised pavers, suitable on insulation or raw concrete.
• ALPAL MULTI Single-layer bituminous ALPA membrane for inaccessible and technical flat roofs, weldable directly on bare mineral wool.
• TOPFIX Mechanically-fixed two-layer bituminous waterproofing system for inaccessible and technical flat roofs with exposed membrane.
• HYPERFLEX Synthetic PVC-P waterproofing membrane system for inaccessible and technical flat roofs, suitable for exposed applications or under gravel, pavers, and vegetation.
• STARCOAT PRO Single-component polyurethane liquid resin waterproofing system for roofs, applied in multiple layers forming a flexible watertight membrane.
• STARCOAT R Single-component bitumen-polyurethane liquid resin for waterproofing upstands and detailing, usable where flame is prohibited.
• CITYFLOR Two-layer bituminous waterproofing system with root-resistant second layer for rooftop gardens and vegetation on concrete, TAN, and wood substrates.
• Top Reflect (Cool Roof) Reflective waterproofing solution for energy-efficient buildings, reducing heat absorption through reflective surface technology.
• OXYGEN Depolluting waterproofing membrane range with photocatalytic surface treatment using titanium dioxide to decompose NOx pollutants.
• IKO O'TOP Watertightness system for flat roofs on steel decks, wood, and CLT allowing installation without mechanical fixation.
• DELTA-MS Studded membrane for protection and drainage of underground walls, preventing hydrostatic pressure on waterproofing.
• PLOT AXTER Adjustable and fixed polypropylene supports for decorative pavers on accessible roof terraces with drainage pedestals.

Quantifiable outcome

• Delivery timeframe of 48-72 hours for standard orders
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers9 records

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• AFPA (Agence nationale pour la Formation Professionnelle des Adults)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for professional training in waterproofing techniques. AXTER provides training sessions on bitumen, PVC, and liquid waterproofing at AFPA centers in Lomme (59), Auray (56), Lardy (91), and Montceau-les-Mines (71).
• IKO (Parent Company)flagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerIKO and AXTER officially merged on January 1, 2023. Product ranges are being consolidated under the IKO brand starting Spring 2023, with full communication support standardization by January 2024. This represents a major strategic consolidation in the European waterproofing market.
• COLETANCHEcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRelated company under the same group specializing in civil engineering waterproofing solutions (geomembranes).
• CSTB (Centre Scientifique et Technique du Bâtiment)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical assessment and certification body providing ATEx and DTA approvals for AXTER's innovative waterproofing systems.
• SOCOTEC / ALPHA CONTROLEScoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerTechnical inspection and certification organizations that provide Cahier des Clauses Techniques (CCT) approvals for AXTER product systems.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Soprema: French-headquartered global waterproofing manufacturer offering bituminous, synthetic, and liquid membrane systems for roofs and civil engineering; the most direct competitor to Axter in France and overlapping product portfolio across SBS, PVC-P, and polyurethane technologies.
• Bauder: European bituminous and single-ply waterproofing specialist with strong UK and Germany presence; directly comparable to Axter in flat-roof membrane systems, eco-roof offerings, and PV integration solutions.
• Carlisle Construction Materials: US-headquartered manufacturer of EPDM, TPO, and bituminous waterproofing membranes; competes with Axter on commercial flat-roof systems and increasingly in European markets.
• Renolit: German manufacturer of PVC-P roofing membranes (RENOLIT ALKORPLAN) for flat-roof waterproofing; directly comparable to Axter's HYPERFLEX PVC system with overlapping customer base in commercial and industrial roofing.

Broad incumbents

• Firestone Building Products (Holcim): Global single-ply and bituminous roofing membrane producer under Holcim; broad incumbent with overlapping commercial-roofing waterproofing offering though not focused on French market specialty.
• Sika AG: Swiss specialty chemicals major with a significant roofing and waterproofing division (Sika Sarnafil) covering PVC, liquid-applied, and bituminous systems; competes with Axter at scale in commercial flat-roof and infrastructure projects.
• BMI Group: European roofing conglomerate (formerly Braas Monier/Icopal) offering pitched and flat-roof waterproofing including bituminous membranes; broad incumbent overlapping Axter in commercial roofing across France and wider Europe.
• GAF (Standard Industries): North America's largest roofing manufacturer with growing European presence via Icopal acquisition; broad incumbent in commercial and residential roofing membranes competing for European specification work.
• Mapei: Italian multinational building materials company offering liquid waterproofing membranes and accessories; overlaps with Axter's STARCOAT liquid resin and roofing accessory product lines.

Regional players

• Tremco (RPM International): US-focused building envelope and waterproofing specialist with growing European activity through legacy brands; competes in single-ply and liquid waterproofing systems for commercial flat roofs.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights8 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/axter-coletanche

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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