CRH

CRH

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-1.30 -55
Industry: Construction Materials
Listing country: Ireland
Year added: 2018

Incorporated in 1970, the company has its headquarters in Dublin, Ireland. They operate primarily in three key business categories. The first, Heavyside Building Materials, offers an array of products including cement, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, asphalt, and related services. The second category, Lightside Building Products, features construction accessories, fencing, composite access chambers, and various network access products. Lastly, their Building Distribution segment caters to a broad customer base, ranging from professional builders and specialist heating and plumbing contractors to DIY enthusiasts, supplying them with a variety of building materials. The company’s portfolio includes several prominent brands such as Oldcastle APG (Architectural Products Group), Oldcastle Infrastructure, Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope®, CRH Canada and US Cement, Forterra in the United Kingdom, and CRL (C.R. Laurence Co. Inc.). Their products and services have a significant market presence across various regions, with key markets in the United States and Canada. The company also operates extensively throughout Europe, with notable activities in the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, and Poland, in addition to select markets in Asia. (Powered by AI)

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