💧 Every drop makes a difference. Water sustains life, ecosystems, and industries around the world — and it’s also essential in creating materials like fibre cement, plaster, calcium silicate, and insulation. That’s why Water and Biodiversity is one of our six key priorities on the #RoadToSustainability2030. In Chile, our Maipú plant team has shown what this commitment looks like in action. 🇨🇱 In 2024, they introduced new ways to reuse and recycle water, reducing the plant’s water use by 18%. And in 2025, their work will save more than 4,100 m³ of water each month — the equivalent of over one and a half Olympic-sized swimming pools! 🏊 👏 A big thank-you to our Maipú teammates for driving progress and proving that meaningful change starts locally. #UnitedToInspire #InspiringWaysOfLiving
About us
At Etex, we might be leaders in modern, sustainable construction, but our people are our priority. We care about our teammates, and they feel it. As a global building material manufacturer and pioneer in lightweight construction we want to inspire people around the world to build living spaces that are ever more safe, sustainable, smart, and beautiful. Founded in 1905 in Belgium, we are a family-owned company with more than 13,500 employees across 160 sites and 45 countries. We are inspired by a core set of values. A passion for excellence drives us, delivering the very best quality to our partners and customers. We connect and care about those around us, nurturing teamwork, new ways of working, and placing the highest importance on safety. We combine these and pioneer to lead in our ever-changing sector, harnessing the power of sustainable construction. With our commercial brands (Cedral, Durlock, EQUITONE, Eternit / Euronit, Gyplac, Kalsi, Pladur, Promat, Siniat, Superboard and URSA) we make a positive human impact; motivated by changing people’s lives, improving the future of our planet and over-delivering for our customers. Etex is a place for people who want to learn, grow and lead and together build inspiring ways of living. For more information, please visit our website: www.etexgroup.com
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- Construction
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- 10,001+ employees
- Headquarters
- Zaventem, Belgium
- Type
- Privately Held
- Specialties
- Building Performance, Façade, Industry, Construction Materials, Fire Performance, Gypsum, Fibre Cement, Insulation, Plasterboard, Cladding, Sidings, Dry Construction, Offsite construction, and Lightweight construction
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🌍Building better starts with doing our best, together. That’s why Passion for Excellence is one of our core values. It’s about keeping promises, supporting each other and always striving to improve. 👉 This month, we’re sharing stories from teammates who show this spirit every day. Real stories, real people and real teamwork in action. Stay tuned, get inspired, and see what Passion for Excellence looks like in action according to our teammates. #PassionForExcellence #TeammateStories #TeammatesOfEtex #InspiringWaysOfLiving
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🏗️ What matters most whe choosing a building material? We asked, you answered, and the results speak volumes. 👇 While speed and simplicity have their place, it’s clear that long-lasting performance is what truly resonates with you. That tells us one thing: you expect quality. And that’s exactly what our lightweight solutions are designed to deliver. We’re also encouraged to see that sustainability and price are also top of mind. It’s a delicate balance, and your feedback helps us keep it front and center. Thank you for showing us what you value most! #LightweightConstruction #UnitedToInspire #InspiringWaysOfLiving
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🏆 Big wins at the 2025 Global Gypsum Conference in Amsterdam! We are proud to announce that Etex has been awarded 'Global Gypsum Plant of the Year' for our new plasterboard line in Bristol, which showcases our commitment to #innovation, #sustainability and industrial excellence. In addition, Dr. Joerg Ertle, former President of Eurogypsum and a valued member of the Etex team, received the award for 'Outstanding Contribution to the Global Gypsum Industry.' 👏 His leadership over the past two years has been instrumental in shaping the future of #gypsum in Europe, driving the #decarbonisation roadmap and forging a strategic partnership with Gypsum Association. 🌍 The Global Gypsum Conference is a cornerstone event for our industry, bringing together key players from across the value chain to share insights, showcase innovation, and celebrate excellence. We are honoured to be recognised among such inspiring peers. Huge thank you to teammates Ashley Bennett, Ian Prentice, Angela Boardman, Neil Davies, Rob Farrell, Lee Ward, Nicolas Mastaï, Thierry Porte, Stefan Hermans, Peter Durdan, James Ellis and many more for helping us achieve this milestone! #InspiringWaysOfLiving
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En Pladur®, como parte del Grupo Etex, creemos que la innovación y la colaboración son esenciales para dar respuesta al desafío de la vivienda en Europa. La semana pasada tuvimos el placer de recibir a Borja Giménez Larraz, miembro del European Parliament, en la fábrica de placas de yeso laminado Pladur® Algíss® by Etex en Gelsa (Zaragoza). Como ponente del Comité de Vivienda del Parlamento Europeo, el señor Giménez Larraz participa activamente en la definición de las políticas europeas destinadas a abordar la falta de vivienda asequible en el continente. Algunos puntos destacados de la visita: 🔹La construcción en seco permite edificar de forma más rápida, asequible, eficiente, sostenible y segura —utilizando materiales reciclables y reduciendo las emisiones hasta un 40%. Combinada con la construcción industrializada (offsite), puede reducir los tiempos de obra hasta un 60% y los costes hasta un 30%. 🔹La eficiencia energética mediante el aislamiento sigue siendo la medida más eficaz para reducir las facturas energéticas y mejorar el confort en el hogar, especialmente en los hogares más vulnerables. 🔹Las materias primas son esenciales para el futuro del sector de la construcción, lo que requiere una infraestructura de reciclaje más sólida. Garantizar el acceso tanto a materias primas primarias como secundarias es clave para avanzar hacia una construcción circular. Agradecemos al señor Giménez Larraz su visita y el diálogo constructivo. Como referente en soluciones de construcción ligera, Etex se enorgullece de contribuir al debate sobre las políticas de vivienda, compartiendo buenas prácticas que ayuden a hacer frente a la crisis habitacional. #ConstrucciónLigera #Sostenibilidad #EconomíaCircular #EficienciaEnergética #Descarbonización #ViviendaAsequible #ConstrucciónEuropea #ParlamentoEuropeo #Etex #Pladur
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At Etex, we believe innovation and collaboration are key to solving Europe’s housing challenge. Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming Borja Giménez Larraz, Member of the European Parliament, to Pladur’s plasterboard factory in Gelsa, Spain. As rapporteur of the European Parliament’s Housing Committee, Mr Giménez Larraz is closely involved in shaping EU policies that will address the lack of affordable housing in Europe. Some key takeaways from the visit: 🔸 Lightweight construction enables faster, more affordable, efficient, sustainable and safer building — using recyclable materials and cutting emissions by up to 40%. Combined with offsite construction, it can reduce construction time by up to 60% and costs by up to 30%. 🔸 Energy efficiency through insulation remains the most effective way to reduce energy bills and improve living comfort, especially for vulnerable households. 🔸 Raw materials are key for future construction activities, requiring a stronger recycling infrastructure. Secure access to both primary and secondary raw materials is required to advance circular construction. We thank Mr Giménez Larraz for his visit and the constructive dialogue. As a leading player in lightweight construction solutions, Etex is happy to contribute to the housing policy discussion, sharing best practices that will allow to address the housing crisis. Pladur® Algíss® by Etex URSA by Etex #LightweightConstruction #Sustainability #CircularEconomy #CircularConstruction #EnergyEfficiency #Decarbonisation #AffordableHousing #HousingCrisis #EUConstruction #GreenTransition #OffsiteConstruction #EuropeanParliament
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Cities bring opportunities, but also challenges like inequality and the need for sustainable growth. Our solutions support people-centred smart cities by helping create: 🌱 Lower-carbon buildings 🦺 Safer spaces 🤝 Smarter, more inclusive housing This #WorldCitiesDay, we are reminded that building better cities goes hand in hand with building better lives. #RoadToSustainability2030 #UnitedToInspire #InspiringWaysOfLiving
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"Learn, grow, and lead” isn’t just a phrase, it’s a promise. We fully support our teammates as they follow their own career paths, providing training, tools, guidance and encouragement to help them become the best they can be. Just ask Sabine Mariën, over ten years has helped shape our IP department. Read her full story and get inspired 👉 https://lnkd.in/ettmVSDA #LearnGrowLead #TeammateStories #TeammatesOfEtex #InspiringWaysOfLiving
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🇺🇦 Building hope, one skill at a time. In Ukraine, trainers from technical schools came together for a hands-on session on plasterboard installation. Our Siniat by Etex team in Ukraine collaborated with Enabel, Belgium’s agency for international cooperation that supports the strengthening of professional skills, to help trainers gain practical expertise in lightweight construction. These skills will be vital when the time comes to rebuild homes and communities. 🙏 Thank you to everyone who made this meaningful project possible. Together, we’re proving that knowledge can lay the foundation for a brighter future. #EmpoweringBetterLiving #UnitedToInspire #InspiringWaysOfLiving