Lafarge: Press kits

Lafarge’s commitment to fight AIDS

Tue, 01 Dec 2009 09:57:51 GMT

Lafarge is present in 10 countries in sub-Saharan Africa which are among those most affected by AIDS. Confronted with this major public health issue, the Group has been committed to the fight against HIV/AIDS since the start of this decade. Lafarge is also extending its work to other growing countries, outside Africa.

Presentation: Lafarge and the fight against HIV/AIDS

Innovating to build the world of tomorrow

Mon, 09 Nov 2009 11:52:52 GMT

More than 50% of the Group's R&D budget is affected to sustainable construction. Its strategy of innovation allows it to develop products and solutions for low-energy housing. Find out the 6 challenges of sustainable construction identified by Lafarge, its organization and partners.

Innovation Review
Press kit: Innovating to build the world of tomorrow

Concrete reborn: all about concrete

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 09:51:58 GMT

Concrete is the most used material in the world, after water! Every year, close to 7 billion cubic meters of concrete are consumed throughout the world. This works out at more than 1m³ per person. Concrete is vital for development, and yet it is often misunderstood and disliked. Sustainable, innovative, colored, resistant, lighter... Concrete has made considerable progress, in technical and esthetic terms. Find out the history and futures of concrete.

Press kit: Concrete reborn

Corporate snapshot

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 15:41:52 GMT

Lafarge fact sheet, in just 1 click!

Corporate snapshot

Renewal of the Lafarge - CARE partnership

Tue, 02 Jun 2009 14:19:02 GMT

After a first partnership formed in 2003 centred on combating HIV/Aids, Lafarge and CARE renewed it in 2009 for another 3 years. A health program, a low-cost housing program, a tool for assessing actions led on the ground: the Group is committing on 3 ambitious fronts and is taking advantage of the well-known expertise of the prestigious NGO (non-governmental organisation).

Press kit: the Lafarge - CARE partnership

Lafarge, leader in a sustainable world

Mon, 18 May 2009 07:16:19 GMT

Extracting from the earth to shape matter, combining performance and responsibility, promoting the highest level for everyone: the Group has earned its position as world leader by practicing its trade while respecting core values. Find out more about the Group, its businesses, its commitments and its performance.

Brochure

Iraq: capturing growth and contributing to the country’s reconstruction

Wed, 08 Apr 2009 14:53:11 GMT

The new Bazian plant, inaugurated on April 8th, 2009, is located in the Iraqi Kurdistan region and results from the acquisition of Orascom Cement. With an annual capacity of 2.5 million tons of cement, it meets the country's growing need for building materials: the cement market is growing by 15% per annum in Iraq. We examine the state of the Iraqi market and the challenges of emerging markets for the Group...

The press kit about the Bazian cement plant

Lafarge in 2008: key facts and key figures

Tue, 07 Apr 2009 14:22:16 GMT

Acquisition of Orascom Cement, growth, innovation, sustainability, safety: find out in a few figures our major events and commitments in 2008.

Lafarge in 2008

The Group in Egypt and the Emirates: a platform for sustainable growth

Wed, 14 Jan 2009 14:50:58 GMT

Emerging countries account for 80% of the world's cement consumption and are a key development priority for the Group. Focus on the acquisition of Orascom Cement, 1 year after; on Egypt and its intense urbanization; on the United Arab Emirates and their ambitious projects of architecture.

Press kit: Egypt and the Emirates – a platform for sustainable growth

2008 investor and analyst day: focus on free cash flow generation

Mon, 01 Dec 2008 09:15:40 GMT

On the occasion of the 2008 third quarter results, the Group announced:

a costs reduction by 400 million euros for 2009-2011,
the limitation of total capital expenditure to 2 billion euros in 2009,
a divestment program beyond the 1 billion euros target by the end of 2009.

Analyst presentation: emerging markets, innovation, cost reductions
Press release: Focus on free cash flow generation

Industrial ecology: creating a sustainable industrial system

Thu, 12 Jun 2008 09:19:16 GMT

Like any other industry, cement manufacturing consumes large quantities of non-renewable raw materials and is a source of CO2 emissions. In response to this environmental challenge, Lafarge rethinks its industrial process and is committed to the path of industrial ecology. As a result, one industry's waste products can become another industry's resources.

Press kit: From waste to resource

The villa Navarra and its Ductal® roof: a structural revolution

Wed, 14 May 2008 13:36:44 GMT

Hidden away in the hinterland of the Var coastline (France), the building ordered by the art dealer Enrico Navarra practically boils down to its 40 meter-long roof with a cantilevered surface of 7.80 metres. Exceptional, both aesthetically and for its technical complexity, this ultra-thin roof made of Ductal® concrete is a world first. It is the fruit of the boldness and expertise of Rudy Ricciotti, laureate of the National Architecture Grand Prix 2006, Romain Ricciotti, structural engineer, and Lafarge teams.

Press kit: the villa Navarra
Interview with the architect and engineers of the villa - Crescendo n°5
Brochure: the villa Navarra

Presentation of the Group

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 12:50:01 GMT

Everything you could want to know about Lafarge, from information about each of the Group's businesses, locations and strategic development orientations.

Presentation of the Group

Acquisition of Orascom Cement

Mon, 10 Dec 2007 10:11:51 GMT

On December 2007, Lafarge acquired Orascom Cement, the leading cement group in the Middle East and the Mediterranean Basin. This operation is a decisive acceleration of the Group's strategy in fast-growing, highly profitable emerging markets.

Presentation: Orascom Cement
Presentation: Acquisition of Orascom Cement
Press release: Acquisition of Orascom Cement

A sustainable commitment in Kenya and Uganda

Tue, 30 Oct 2007 11:33:27 GMT

In 2007, 80% of the world's cement market is consumed in emerging countries. In response to the 5% world's annual growth, Lafarge launched an ambitious program to increase its cement capacities as part of its "2008 Excellence" strategic plan. Besides this economic development, Lafarge has been pursuing a strategy of sustainable development with local communities. Kenya and Uganda are two examples of high-potential markets.

Press kit: A sustainable commitment in Kenya and Uganda

Management team

Sat, 01 Sep 2007 14:47:43 GMT

Would you like to know the background of our management team? Access their bios and professional experience here.

Management team

2008 Excellence: towards undisputed leadership

Thu, 21 Jun 2007 15:07:38 GMT

At a conference day devoted to Group analysts and investors, Bruno Lafont, Chairman and C.E.O. of Lafarge, presented a progress report on the 2008 Excellence strategic plan, a year after its launch. The report focused on health and safety goals, cost reduction, innovation, value-added products and business development.

Press kit: 2008 Excellence
Press release: 2008 Excellence

Safety and health for all

Wed, 30 May 2007 07:26:44 GMT

Lafarge is committed to developing a working environment which guarantees the safety of all of its employees. The goal: zero work-related accidents and illnesses.

Presentation: The 11 rules of Health & Safety
Presentation: The Health & Safety policy

2006-2007: a year of sustainable development

Thu, 24 May 2007 13:26:03 GMT

Learn about the high points of the year 2006-2007 for Lafarge: health and safety, social responsibility, sustainable construction, biodiversity, renewable energies, protection of the environment, the fight against climate change...

Presentation: Sustainable development 2006/2007

Sustainability Ambitions 2012: on the road to long-term leadership

Thu, 24 May 2007 12:39:48 GMT

Lafarge aspires to rank alongside the world's most efficient industrial groups in terms of sustainable development. Learn about our objectives and indicators.

Presentation: Sustainability Ambitions 2012