With the success of the 2008 Excellence plan, Lafarge continues in its development and differentiation strategy centered on clear priorities. There is a clear focus on sustainable growth, despite a more difficult short-term economic outlook.
Excellence 2008: very positive results |
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Very positive conclusions can be drawn from the Excellence 2008 plan. In terms of cost reduction, for example, Lafarge has already exceeded its ambitions, with 420 million euros achieved between 2006 and 2008, instead of the 340 million euros initially forecast. |
Free cash flowFree cash flow is defined as the net operating cash generated by continuing operations less sustaining capital expenditures. |
Clear strategic priorities |
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The Group strategy can be broken down into clear and ambitious priorities:
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Responses to current challenges |
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In a more difficult economic context linked to the economic consequences of the financial crisis, Lafarge is committed to a number of actions:
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Last update on 07/22/2009
