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In 1999, the first plans were laid to build a new headquarters for NATO – the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. The purpose? To face the challenges of the 21st century head on.
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This short video shows you what Etex is about: inspiring teammates tackling our world’s biggest challenges by building ever better living spaces with lightweight solutions.
In 1999, the first plans were laid to build a new headquarters for NATO – the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation. The purpose? To face the challenges of the 21st century head on.
At Milan Expo 2015, some 140 countries gathered to highlight their best technologies. So did Etex company Siniat Italy, supplying innovative materials for the construction of 19 pavilions.
The Central Auditorium for Research and Learning or C.A.R.L. Auditorium, is the newest addition to RWTH Aachen University (Rheinisch-Westfälische Technische Hochschule) in Germany.
Along the Sichuan-Tibet highway, one of the most beautiful highways in China, is the Tibet Renwu Lake International Car Camp.
Just outside Warande in the Netherlands, lies a floating community of eight residential houses called the ‘Drijf in Lelystad’ (Float in Lelystad).
In Belgium, Leen Peeters aimed to turn a traditional cottage into a modern, yet authentic family home that requires virtually no non-renewable energy for heating. In other words: a nearly zero-energy building.
A compact Etex design for more commuting comfort and safety in France.
Brazil was determined to have the most modern football arenas in the world to host the 2014 FIFA World Cup. In the construction of the brand-new Corinthians Arena (São Paulo) in 2011, the use of low waste generation building materials was high up on the agenda. Etex’s plasterboards (in total 40,000 m²) met all the requirements. Today, more than 61,000 spectators can enjoy their great acoustic insulation, lasting resistance against the spread of flames and undeniable aesthetic value. Gypsum Drywall’s FGE Ceiling plasterboards have contributed to this project’s success.
Through our ‘Teammates of Etex’ initiative, we collected 161 inspiring stories from our colleagues around the world. We share these stories with all Etex teammates - in different languages - to create a sense of pride across our international teams at Etex. We want everyone to inspire one another, no matter their background. Remember: we aspire to inspire.
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