Zug, Switzerland — Holcim has announced an investment in Vateris to accelerate the deployment of advanced CO₂ mineralization technology for low-carbon concrete production.
Breakthrough Technology for Low-Carbon Concrete
Vateris has developed a process that converts flue gas CO₂ into a calcium-based material.
This material can be added to ready-mix and precast concrete, improving strength while reducing cement usage.
As a result, the technology helps:
- Lower the carbon footprint of concrete
- Reduce reliance on cement, one of the most carbon-intensive materials
Strategic Collaboration and Deployment
Holcim and Vateris have already demonstrated the technology in a UK pilot project.
Now, they are moving toward commercial deployment through industrial partnerships.
Going forward, both companies will:
- Integrate the mineralization process into cement and concrete production
- Scale engineered calcium carbonate additives
- Explore joint development across Holcim’s global operations
Executive Insight
According to Alfonso Paradinas, Chief Marketing and Innovation Officer at Holcim, the investment strengthens the company’s decarbonisation strategy.
He noted that integrating CO₂ mineralization can significantly reduce cement use and emissions, reinforcing Holcim’s focus on sustainable construction technologies.
Expanding Holcim’s Innovation Ecosystem
This investment forms part of Holcim’s broader open innovation approach.
Through its venture arm, Holcim MAQER Ventures:
- More than 500 startups are evaluated annually
- 20 investments have been completed to date
Therefore, the Vateris partnership adds to a growing portfolio of decarbonisation solutions for the built environment.
Company Overview
Holcim reported net sales of CHF 15.7 billion in 2025 and operates in over 40 markets worldwide.
The company provides end-to-end building solutions, including sustainable product lines such as ECOPact, ECOPlanet, and ECOCycle.
Outlook
Overall, the investment highlights increasing momentum in carbon capture and utilisation technologies within construction.
Looking ahead, scaling such innovations will be critical to achieving net-zero targets in the building sector.
