Purpose and culture

The world is undergoing profound changes. Our building materials and solutions shape significant development worldwide. We build on one and a half centuries of experience.

Now is the time to lay the foundation for our future.

At the centre of our actions lies our responsibility for the environment.

We want to be the leader in the industry on the path to carbon-neutrality. We deliver long-term financial performance through operational excellence, dedication, and openness for change.

We are progressive minds with the ambition to drive transformation. We push the boundaries to strengthen innovation and deepen partnerships with our customers and other stakeholders. Together we craft material solutions for the future. So that the world can always build on us.

Our culture principles

Stronger together – Our future needs teamwork. We perform at our best when we build on our global strength. Let’s work together across all regions. With our safety-first approach and hands-on attitude, we can overcome any challenge. ;

Engage with our customers – Our future needs strong players. Let’s become even better partners for our customers. Their success is our success. We solve their problems – even before they arise.

Drive innovation – Our future needs creativity. Let’s use our freedom to go in new directions. Inventiveness knows no hierarchy. A great idea can come from anywhere and anyone. 

Think and act long-term – Our future needs solutions that last. That’s what we offer. Reliable and sustainable materials. Let’s be the leader that turns our industry CO2-neutral.