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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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7/05/2021 - Etex acquires Irish steel framing company Horizon Offsite, allowing new growth in its industrialised construction activities in Ireland and the UK
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Our contribution to the world
Etex inspires the world to build safe, sustainable, smart and beautiful living spaces with a wide spectrum of lightweight solutions. From innovative modular systems to leading fibre cement and plasterboard systems. From applications for cladding, façade, roofing and terrace to high-performance fire protection and insulation for construction and OEM applications.
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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.
ANNUAL REPORT 2020
How did Etex perform in 2020? As one team, we weathered the COVID storm. Caring and well connected, we made it work and achieved great results. Read all about it in our Annual Report. Watch the videos from Anna, Yves, Mel, Carla, Eduardo, Eva and Paul.
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References
Milan Expo 2015, Italy
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.
Aachen, Germany
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.
Renwu Lake International Car Camp (Tibet)
Along the Sichuan-Tibet highway, one of the most beautiful highways in China, is the Tibet Renwu Lake International Car Camp.
Göttweig Abbey, Austria
630,000. That is how many roof tiles need to be replaced to renovate the 1,000-year-old roof of Göttweig Abbey in Austria. The deadline? 2018. The challenges? To produce and lay clay tiles which ensure an authentic and time-worn look and feel.
Floating houses, Netherlands
Just outside Warande in the Netherlands, lies a floating community of eight residential houses called the ‘Drijf in Lelystad’ (Float in Lelystad).
Zero-energy revamp, Belgium
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.
Bombardier regional trains, France
A compact Etex design for more commuting comfort and safety in France.
Teammates of Etex
With Teammates of Etex, we collected 82 inspiring stories from colleagues worldwide. We share these stories with all Teammates, in different languages. By doing so, we want to create a sense of pride across all borders and make it possible for everyone to inspire one another.
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News
Etex acquires Irish steel framing company Horizon Offsite, allowing new growth in its industrialised construction activities in Ireland and the UK
2021-07-05
Delivering further on its strategy to lead in offsite construction methods worldwide, building solutions innovator Etex announces the acquisition of Horizon Offsite, headquartered in Ireland. This acquisition follows closely on the group’s purchase of Irish technical consultancy company Evolusion Innovation, and boosts Etex’s ability to deliver offsite building solutions in Ireland and the UK, helping the company’s European modular ambitions.
Etex puts the well-being of its 11,000 employees at the heart of its post-COVID strategy
2021-06-28
Etex, the international building material manufacturer, has rolled out a well-being challenge across its offices in 42 countries around the world. As diversity and inclusion are important to Etex, the company teamed up with Oopla to ensure all its 11,000 employees, of all abilities, could participate to the full. The global challenge started in April and continues until July, over 3,000 employees have entered the competition and strive not only to increase their personal physical and mental well-being in a sustainable way, but also to lead their country to victory and support a local charity. This global initiative, unique in the building industry, kicks off Etex’s long-term commitment to ensure their employees’ well-being in a post-Covid world.
Succession at the head of Etex in January 2022
2021-06-02
On 1 January 2022, a new executive leader will be taking the helm of Etex. Paul Van Oyen will reach the end of his current seven-year mandate as CEO of the company at the end of this year after a dynamic and successful career of 31 years in the global building materials company, seven of which as Chief Executive Officer. Bernard Delvaux, former Chief Executive Officer of Sonaca Group, will succeed him following a transition period starting in September this year.
Annual General Shareholders’ Meeting 2021
2021-05-05
The Annual General Shareholders’ meeting of Etex will be held on Wednesday 26 May 2021 at 15:00 CEST at the registered office of the Company, PassPort Building, Luchthaven Brussel Nationaal, Gebouw 1K, 1930 Zaventem or at such other place indicated at that place at that time.
Etex contributes to COVID-19 vaccine readiness strategies by providing high-performance insulation solutions
2021-04-27
Etex, global building solutions innovator and pioneer in lightweight construction, has concluded a number of contracts active for the provision of high-performance, ultrathin insulation products used in both building applications and passively cooled containers for vaccine transport. With the latter, Etex contributes to the timely and safe distribution of COVID-19 vaccines under ideal low-temperature conditions across the world. The company forecasts over 6 million euro in sales of these products, which are manufactured at its site in Sint-Niklaas, Belgium, in 2021.
2020 Full-Year Results and Annual Report
2021-04-06
2020 was a milestone year in the face of an unprecedented global challenge. We focused on our strategic pillars, made remarkable progress in shaping the future of lightweight construction and in sustainability. In trying times, we delivered an exceptional financial performance. We set a new safety record. And people engagement among Etex teammates reached new heights.
Etex acquires a majority stake in e-Loft
2021-01-27
Zaventem, 27 January 2021 – International building materials specialist Etex announces it has acquired a majority stake in leading French offsite construction company e-Loft. The company becomes part of Etex’s New Ways division, which develops sustainable, industrialised and modular construction solutions. As such, the acquisition is a key milestone on Etex’s strategic roadmap and an enabler of our ambition to shape the future of construction by “inspiring ways of living”.
Etex acquires Knauf’s plasterboard business in Australia
2020-11-24
Zaventem, 24 November 2020 – Etex announces it has signed an agreement with Knauf to acquire its plasterboard business in Australia. With this move, Etex expands its footprint on the attractive Australian construction market with significant growth opportunities. The acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, with finalisation expected early 2021.
Etex finalises its strategic shift to become a global leader in lightweight building solutions with the divestment of Creaton
2020-10-22
Zaventem, 22 October 2020 – Terreal, a French pioneer in roofing and innovative solutions for the building envelope, has signed a definitive agreement with Etex to acquire its clay roof tile business Creaton. This divestment marks Etex’s complete exit from the clay and concrete roof tiles business. As a result, Etex sharpens its strategic focus on becoming a global leader in lightweight building solutions. The sale of Creaton is subject to customary closing conditions, and is expected to be finalised in the first quarter of 2021.
Special General Shareholders’ Meeting on 22 October 2020
2020-10-01
The holders of shares issued by Etex NV are informed that a Special General Shareholders’ Meeting of Etex will be held on Thursday 22 October 2020 at 15:00 CEST at the registered office of the Company, PassPort Building, Luchthaven Brussel Nationaal, Gebouw 1K, 1930 Zaventem or at such other place indicated at that place at that time.
Etex strengthens its position in passive fire protection with the acquisition of FSi Limited
2020-09-25
Etex announces it has acquired FSi Limited, a British company specialised in passive fire protection solutions with a strong focus on fire stopping. FSi operates a production facility in Measham, East Midlands, as well as a distribution centre in West Thurrock, Greater London Area.
2020 Half-Year Results: Decline in revenue with resilient REBITDA margin during COVID-19 crisis
2020-08-31
Zaventem, 31 August 2020 – In the context of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, Etex reports a like-for-like1 decline in revenue of 10.8% and of 8.9% in REBITDA for the first half of 2020. The REBITDA margin remains remarkably stable compared to last year at 16.7%. The net recurring profit (Group share) is down 14.2% year-on-year at comparable scope.
Etex offers digital-only 2019 annual report due to COVID-19 pandemic
2020-06-15
Zaventem, 15 June 2020 – In light of the coronavirus crisis and resulting disruption to printing businesses and logistics services, Etex has decided not to publish the company’s 2019 annual report in paper form this year.
Annual General Shareholders’ Meeting 2020 – 30/04/2020
2020-04-30
The holders of shares issued by Etex NV are informed that the Annual General Shareholders’ meeting of Etex will be held on Wednesday 27 May 2020 at 15:00 CEST behind closed doors, in accordance with the measures outlined in the Royal Decree of 9 April 2020, in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.
Etex Full-Year Results and Annual Report 2019
2020-04-06
Etex has had an outstanding year, as we have delivered record results in many ways, supported by our performance culture. While our top-line increased by 4.9% like-for-like, increased volumes, improved gross profit and contained overheads have allowed us to record a remarkable 15.6% like-for-like REBITDA increase.
Etex links the cost of its EUR 600 million sustainability linked loan to its sustainability ambitions
2019-12-16
Etex has decided to link the cost of its EUR 600 million Sustainability Linked Loan with its performance in achieving sustainability targets. This Sustainability Linked Loan – where the interest margin is linked to the borrower’s fulfilment of environmental, social and governance criteria – has been granted by a syndicate of 10 banks and supervised by independent agency Sustainalytics.
Etex-Arauco joint venture E2E has signed an agreement to acquire a majority stake in Tecverde
2019-12-11
E2E, a Chile-based joint venture founded by Etex, an international building materials specialist, and Arauco, a diversified global company active in the forestry industry, has signed a share purchase agreement to acquire a majority stake in Tecverde Engenharia, a Brazilian innovative building company specialised in wood-frame construction systems. The acquisition will enable both E2E and Tecverde to pursue their expansion plans. The completion of the deal is subject to the approval of the Brazilian Competition Authority (CADE) and other customary conditions.
New plasterboard production facility in Bristol (UK) is Etex’s largest investment ever
2019-11-04
Building materials group Etex plans to build a new plasterboard plant in Portbury close to the port of Bristol, in South West England. The capital expenditure will reach more than GBP 140 million, the largest investment of its kind in Etex history. This will be the fifth new plant since 2015. With the new Bristol facility, Etex will be ideally positioned to support the ongoing growth of the UK construction market and its customers. The plant is scheduled to be commissioned in 2022.
Half-Year Results 2019
2019-09-02
Etex reports a like-for-like growth in revenue of 6.7% and of 17.3% in REBITDA for the first half of the year. The REBITDA margin is up to 16.8% vs 15.2% at the end of June 2018 on a comparable basis1. The net recurring profit (Group share) is up 6.3% year-on-year.
Etex announces sale of its UK roofing tiles business to Inflexion Private Equity Partners LLP
2019-08-19
Etex announces sale of its UK clay and concrete roofing tiles and components business to Inflexion, a private equity company based in the UK. The transaction will be closed at the end of August.
Etex has sold its clay tile business in Portugal to roofing specialist EDILIANS
2019-08-04
Umbelino Monteiro, Etex’s Portuguese clay tile business for the past 12 years, was successfully sold to European roofing solutions provider EDILIANS on 2 August after meeting all the deal closing conditions.
Etex and Techo partner up to improve the living conditions of families in Peru
2019-07-10
Etex – an industrial group with its headquarters in Belgium that offers innovative building solutions – teamed up 45 of its workers with the NGO Techo Peru to carry out a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) project. The aim was to construct modular homes for families in the district of Ventanilla, located in the northwest of Lima.
Two divestments in Residential Roofing division
2020-07-10
Zaventem, 10 July 2020 – Etex announces the divestments of Marley (SA) (Pty) Ltd to Kutana Investment Group, as well as its 50% stake in RBB NV (Belgium) to BMI Group.
Jo Van Biesbroeck appointed Vice President of the Etex Board of Directors
2020-12-11
After a diligent selection procedure, the Board of Directors of Etex has followed the advice of the Remuneration and Nomination Committee to nominate Jo Van Biesbroeck as the successor of Jean-Louis de Cartier as Chairman of the Board of Directors. The succession would be effective immediately after the proposed renewal of Jo’s Director’s mandate at the general shareholders’ meeting on 26 May 2021. To enable a smooth transition, between now and the general shareholders’ meeting, Jo Van Biesbroeck will serve as Vice-President of the Board of Directors.
Etex acquires a majority stake in offsite design and engineering consultancy company Evolusion Innovation
2021-04-20
To strengthen its knowledge base in industrialised offsite construction, global building solutions provider Etex has acquired Ireland-based company Evolusion Innovation, an international multi-disciplinary engineering consultancy. In incorporating this business into its New Ways division, Etex achieves strategic synergies between modular construction expertise and local building capacity, while giving Evolusion Innovation a global footprint. The acquisition is yet another step in the execution of Etex’s ambition to become a leader in offsite construction.