World leader in building materials, Lafarge extracts resources from the heart of the earth to make materials to bring to the heart of life. Present in 78 countries, the Group responds to the world’s demand for housing and infrastructure. Lafarge is driven by the needs of its customers, shareholders, local communities and architects. The Group creates high value-added solutions which encourage creativity whilst leaving a lighter trace on the world.

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Results

The current operating income is up 5% for the quarter, and the debt reduction measures continue with €350M of divestment secured.

Safety

Risks management

The Group steps up local initiatives to achieve its target of 0 fatal accidents. In Korea, risks of accidents are reported into a database.

Case study

Event

Paris-Plages 2010

Lafarge provides Paris with 2,000 metric tons of sand and 8 large slabs of Artevia™ decorative concrete for the 8th edition of this summertime operation.

The operation

World Expo

Lafarge partenaire du Pavillon France

Lafarge partner of the France Pavilion

The 2010 World Expo is taking place in Shanghai from May 2010 with the theme "Better City, Better Life". Lafarge is partnering the France Pavilion - an opportunity for the Group to present its activities and its innovations in a growth country.

Lafarge partner of the France Pavilion for the World Expo
Lafarge partner of the France Pavilion
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