Holcim UK has strengthened its position in the Midlands and East of England through the acquisition of P. J. Thory Limited, Gemmix Limited, and Pro Minimix Limited, a group supplying aggregates, recycled materials, and readymix concrete.
The businesses, based in Coates near Peterborough, employ around 130 people across nine sites. Their operations include sand and gravel facilities, a limestone quarry, several readymix concrete plants, and a recycling centre producing secondary aggregate. The network stretches across Market Harborough, Northampton, Wellingborough, Peterborough, Ely, Barnwel,l and St Ives, giving Holcim broader coverage across key construction markets.
Lee Sleight, Chief Executive Officer of Holcim UK, said: “This is a major acquisition which gives us much greater coverage in the East of England and I’m excited to be announcing the deal that will see the companies becoming part of Holcim in the UK.
“Not only does it align with our ongoing wider growth strategy, it increases our Readymix Concrete footprint, provides vital sand and gravel mineral reserves and bolsters our recycling offering as part of an ongoing drive to increase our circular construction materials.”
James Thory, Managing Director of TJ Thory Holdings which owned all of the acquired companies, said: “We’re really looking forward to taking the business forward with Holcim UK and harnessing its expertise and networks. It is really beneficial to be part of a leading UK and global company which has a clearly articulated vision for circularity and sustainability.”
The deal consolidates new reserves, production capacity, and recycling operations into Holcim’s wider materials network, supporting growing demand across the region.
