Cantillana, 150 years of expertise and innovation serving the building industry

A solid history spanning 150 years

Over the decades:

• 1875: creation of the Cantillana company.
• 1933: Launch of the CELLULIT thermal insulation board.
• 1955: patented innovation with the PLAFONIT binder.
• 1970: Plaster machines appeared.
• 1979: Installation of masonry mortars in silos.
• 1982: Acquisition by the Stadsbader group.
• 1992: Launch and establishment of Cantillana France on the French market.
• 1992–2002: expansion in France, Germany, Netherlands.
• 2004: integration of Silomix (an "all-in" system of silos on construction sites) and adoption of a new visual identity.
• 2022: Integration into the Holcim Group, a world leader in sustainable building solutions.
• 2025: Closer relationship with PRB for development on the French market and launch of the Cantillana low carbon range.

Building a sustainable future through innovation and excellence

For 150 years, Cantillana has embodied excellence and innovation in the field of construction materials. With its unique expertise, the company develops and produces sustainable solutions for building and civil engineering professionals, combining technical performance, reliability, and adherence to customer specifications.

A recognized specialist in ready-mix concrete and mortar, Cantillana offers a complete range of products adapted to every stage of a project, from structural work to finishing: solutions dedicated to civil engineering, as well as a full range of technical concretes and mortars, paving solutions, and aggregates (decorative, technical, and construction). Its offering meets the needs of both large-scale construction sites and more specific projects, in new construction as well as renovation.

What sets Cantillana apart is its ability to offer comprehensive solutions: end-to-end production control, driven by a high-performing R&D department, and optimized logistics thanks to a variety of packaging options—bags, big bags, or bulk—distributed via a fleet of silos available exclusively in France. These silos represent a real added value for professionals, enabling them to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure better volume management on construction sites.

From the stability of civil engineering structures to the aesthetic finishes of facades, Cantillana has been supporting builders since 1875 with the same ambition: to put innovation and quality at the service of the sustainable construction of tomorrow.

A human-sized structure backed by a global leader

As a member of the Holcim Group, a world leader in sustainable building solutions, Cantillana benefits from industrial synergies, cutting-edge innovations, and international expertise, while maintaining its local know-how. This combination allows it to offer high-performance, responsible solutions perfectly suited to the challenges faced by professionals in the sector.

Humanity, quality, proximity

At Cantillana, people are at the heart of the company: it is with and thanks to its employees that the company has grown while remaining true to its family roots. Its founding values ​​remain its guiding principles:

• Proximity: a dense network of production sites and depots (Cantillana France - 4 production sites, Belgium, Germany),
• Technical expertise: proven products, approved systems, and specialized teams.
• Synergy: shared expertise across their various entities for consistent quality.
• Customer satisfaction: supporting each project with tailor-made solutions.

A vision resolutely turned towards the future

Cantillana anticipates market needs by:

• Developing ready-to-use products that optimize performance on site,
• Incorporating the principles of low-carbon eco-construction,
• Promoting innovation in sustainable materials, application technologies, and decarbonized logistics.

Integrated into Holcim, the company now benefits from increased resources to innovate, strengthen its industrial capacity and explore new avenues:

• To limit risks for users and improve their daily working conditions,
• Bio-based materials,
• Carbon capture solutions,
• Digital applications for monitoring construction sites.

Cantillana and CSR: A Concrete Commitment

The environment is an integral part of its corporate policy. Its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitments are concrete:

• Reduction of carbon footprint: significant reduction of CO2 emissions, thanks to the use of less energy-intensive equipment.
• Noise pollution control: below legal standards, with diesel-free compressors,
• Water and dust management: advanced filtration, internal water recycling,
• Circular economy: valorization of production waste,
• Eco-responsible range: launch of a range of mortars and concretes with a reduced carbon footprint (-30%)*.

But CSR at Cantillana also means:

• Promoting the well-being and training of teams,
• Supporting local integration through territorial partnerships,
• Promote diversity and equal opportunities.

A Human, Solid, Sustainable Company

In a changing market, Cantillana has demonstrated its resilience, adaptability, and commitment to providing an enriching work environment for its employees. It attracts talented individuals seeking:

• In a stimulating and structured environment,
• From a human-sized company with an international reach,
• An activity at the heart of the ecological transition of the building sector.

For Guillaume LIAUTAUD, France Site Coordinator: “What a pleasure to return to the company and actively participate in its revitalization! Enriched by my experience in Supply Chain and customer relations, I have chosen to take on a new challenge by expanding my role to include the manufacturing sites. This return is primarily driven by the desire to reconnect with the teams, support them on a daily basis, and collectively elevate our performance to a higher level. Today, as Industrial Activities Coordinator, I am fortunate to be able to support committed teams around a shared, ambitious vision that delivers results and provides meaning for the future.”

For Antoine DEMORTIER, Sales Director France: "An exceptional entrepreneurial spirit, a deep understanding of the markets, a recognized ability to seize opportunities, a genuine drive to move forward, multidisciplinary teams, and a constant commitment to customer satisfaction: this is what I have observed since we shook hands more than 33 years ago at CANTILLANA."

For Esteban WATTRELOS, Maintenance Technician France: “What I appreciate most about Cantillana is its human dimension and the diversity of the missions entrusted to me. The versatility of my position allows me to contribute to large-scale projects while developing new skills. Cantillana is a company where you can both progress and make a long-term commitment.”