MOT Type 1 aggregate is a durable, crushed aggregate product, ideal as a sub-base for paths, driveways, roads and highways.

MOT Type 3 is a coarse, well-graded aggregate offering excellent drainage, suitable for sports pitches, paving systems, and permeable pathways.

Durable, sustainable sub-base made from recycled materials, delivering excellent compaction, stability, and compliance with SHW Clause 803 for construction applications.

High PSV aggregates provide durable skid resistance, ideal for high-traffic roads, junctions, and braking zones, supporting safety and UK performance standards.

Premium chippings extend road lifespan, improve skid resistance, and provide a fast, cost-effective maintenance solution for durable, long-lasting road surfaces.

Agricultural Lime, also known as garden lime or agricultural limestone, is a coarsely milled natural limestone product used to neutralize acidic soils. Also known as Calcium Carbonate Soil Conditioner.

Sustainable, high-quality solutions for building, infrastructure, and landscaping projects, supporting efficiency while reducing environmental impact.

ECOCycle® products incorporate at least 10% recycled construction demolition materials, delivering high-performance solutions that support circular construction and reduce environmental impact.

Decorative aggregate ideal for pathways, driveways, and car parks, creating a natural, attractive finish with firm binding properties for landscaping projects.

High-quality secondary aggregate delivering equivalent performance to virgin materials, supporting sustainable construction without compromising durability or reliability.

Specialist natural stone used beneath railway sleepers, providing stability, drainage, and load distribution essential for safe, long-lasting rail infrastructure.

Wide range of decorative aggregates for landscaping, gardens, and driveways, offering versatile design options with convenient UK-wide delivery or collection.

Large crushed rock for shoreline, river, and structure protection, delivering long-term wave dissipation, erosion control, and robust scour protection.

Range of bagged aggregates including sand, gravel, and recycled materials, supplied in convenient sizes for construction, landscaping, and general building applications.

Innovative concrete block system designed for moderate wave conditions, combining multiple columns to create durable, interlocking coastal defence structures.

Construction waste management, from inert to hazardous, offering flexible pricing, expert handling of site reports, and proactive compliance with environmental legislation.

Durable stone fill designed for gabion baskets, nets, and rolls, providing structural support, drainage, and erosion control in civil engineering projects.

150–300mm stone suitable for walling and gabion filling, offering a larger, durable option for structural support and decorative applications.

High-performance aggregate range for controlled water management, supporting SuDS applications and improving drainage efficiency in sustainable construction projects.

Large interlocking concrete armour units designed for breakwaters, providing robust coastal protection through a stable, randomly placed system resisting heavy wave action.

Sustainably sourced sand and gravel dredged from licensed seabed areas off the south coast of England.

Limestone rock armour from Holcim UK’s Torr Quarry is being used to bolster sea defences at a multi-million pound development in Weymouth.
 

Holcim UK’s Glensanda Estate and Granite Quarry - Europe's largest hard rock quarry - has been awarded The Wildlife Trusts’ Biodiversity Benchmark accreditation, recognising its long-term commitment to nature-positive land management in one of Scotland’s most remote and environmentally significant areas.

The £18 million runway resurfacing programme marked the first full renewal of the 1.3-mile runway since 2006. Specialist contractor Lagan Aviation and Infrastructure were brought in to deliver the project and chose Holcim UK to supply 35,000 tonnes of materials required.
 

Holcim UK, a leading supplier of sustainable building materials, has successfully delivered 35,000 tonnes of high-quality aggregates for the resurfacing of the main runway at London Luton Airport.

Holcim UK is rolling out 20 new electric loading shovels to its fleet as part of its ongoing aim of decarbonising its operations.

Leading building materials supplier Holcim UK has made a significant investment in the long-term capability and environmental performance of its Hillhead Quarry in Devon through the installation of a new, multimillion pound silt press.


 

Holcim UK has significantly expanded its recycling operations at Sunderland Docks, creating the company’s first large-scale integrated circular construction hub in North East England and strengthening its ambition to accelerate circular construction across the region.

 

Holcim UK is delighted to announce its appointment by Future Water MJJV Ltd to supply essential materials for the construction of the UK’s first reservoir in over 30 years – Portsmouth Waters’ Havant Thicket reservoir. 

Leading building materials supplier Holcim UK has appointed Shaun Elliott as Managing Director for Recycling including  Construction Demolition Materials (CDM), reinforcing the company’s strategic commitment to circular construction and sustainable growth.

Holcim UK has acquired Thames Materials Limited, a leading construction waste management company in London.

Holcim UK has acquired a group of independent businesses in the Midlands and East of England supplying aggregates, recycled materials and readymix concrete to the market.
 

New research commissioned by Holcim exposes a striking shift in the construction industry: a growing number of professionals are willing to pay a premium for genuinely circular credentials. 

Holcim UK has made a significant investment in both productivity and sustainability at its Torr Works ‘super-quarry’ in Somerset with the introduction of a new, multi-million pound uphill conveyor system.

Holcim UK has made a major investment in a construction demolition materials (CDM)
Recycling Centre in Birmingham, reinforcing its commitment to leading the development
of circularity in the construction industry.

Holcim UK has continued its partnership with High Speed 2 (HS2) with the successful supply of nearly a million cubic metres (m³) of low-carbon ready-mix (RMX) for key sites across the project.

Appetite for circular products that reduce the reliance on virgin materials in manufacturing has increased significantly over the past year, according to new construction industry research.

After more than three decades of service and nearly 2,000 voyages, Holcim UK is retiring the Yeoman Bank — a pioneering vessel in its marine logistics fleet. 

Holcim UK successfully delivered sustainable aggregate haulage and waste removal solutions for high-profile events at London Stadium, ensuring zero landfill waste and supporting circular economy initiatives.

Three Leicestershire workers from sustainable building solutions specialist, Holcim UK, have
celebrated 50 years of service each.

Holcim UK has been part of a trial utilising AI-powered autonomous technology to operate an excavator.

Holcim UK has been recognised for its contribution to biodiversity at a biannual awards ceremony. 


 

Glensanda Quarry, the largest hard rock quarry in Europe, has reached a remarkable milestone with the shipment of its 200 millionth tonne of granite.

We share progress on our comprehensive restoration efforts at Muldron Quarry in West Lothian, Scotland.

Holcim UK, is calling for urgent action from transport authorities and stakeholders to reinforce UK infrastructure against the growing threat of extreme weather.