Lafarge in South Africa embodies two companies with proud histories. Lafarge can trace its origins to a small lime works, started in 1833, in southern France.
Blue Circle had been providing innovative products and services to the South African construction industry since 1914 and had its origins in the UK. The local company was taken over by Lafarge in 1998 and, in 2001, Lafarge took over Blue Circle (UK) together with the rest of its international operations.
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A national network |
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Present in South Africa since 2001, Lafarge employs 2200 people on 93 sites countrywide. The Group operates in the regions of North America, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia, Africa the Middle East, and Australia.
World leader Lafarge, posted annual sales of Euro 16 million euro in 2010 and employs over 76 000 people in 78 countries.
Lafarge's leadership, knowledge and experience are tremendous assets for Lafarge in South Africa.
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Key datesStarting out in 1833 as a limestone mining company, Lafarge transformed itself and now has a presence in 78 countries. How did a family company develop in just a century to become the leader in its field? Discover the epic history of the Group in animation.
Lafarge in figures
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Building solutions |
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Lafarge works with all actors in the building industry of South Africa, from do-it-yourself builders to large construction companies, architects and local artisans. Whether supplying high-quality cement to a craftsman or helping leading architects explore and deliver creative possibilities, Lafarge South Africa is committed to providing solutions that fit the needs of all its clients. |
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Bringing materials to life |
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Lafarge South Africa customers benefit from the technical expertise and product innovation that are the hallmark of Lafarge, an international leader in building materials with a global presence and over 175 years of experience. In South Africa, Lafarge offers a range of innovative, high-performance products, from Artevia, a collection of decorative concretes, to Agilia, a highly fluid, labor-saving concrete that flows easily into any form using gravity alone.
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