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Everyone should have access to affordable and safe housing and deserves the opportunity to build a stable and meaningful life. This is the reason why Xella is supporting the construction of social housing in Valaská, Slovakia, as a "Habitat for Humanity Sponsor".
Salih's quest for a good education led him to a Danish university, Xella awakened his love for single-family homes - and this year the fascination with 3D design led him to his position as BIM Manager.
The Xella Group is much more than an employer of 5200 employees at 22 international locations.
We are also a responsible neighbor to all residents, a discussion partner for social initiatives, and a helper in times of need. These are some reasons why we are supporting the international organization
One of the most inspiring real estate developments in Brussels combines living, working, shopping and entertainment. Designed using three-dimensional BIM methods and supplied with calcium-silicate blocks by waterway, it is a showcase for sustainability.
When a historic barn was renovated with Multipor, moisture meters were installed in the walls to monitor over a period of many years whether the autoclaved aerated concrete was creating a healthy indoor climate. Why the project is now attracting many craftsmen from outside the region.
At the Papieri Areal in Cham in Switzerland, several former factory buildings are shining in new splendor - alongside striking new buildings, they are preserving the historic site sustainably. This is how Multipor interior insulation has supported the extensive construction project so far.
In the Lindbacken district of Uppsala, Sweden, there has long been a desire for local shopping. Now it is a reality - and the decision was made together with the citizens. Why Xella has come to supply almost the entire trading village.
Xella's key goals are to make building simpler, more sustainable and, especially, more efficient. As part of a research project at the German University RWTH Aachen, the company has now taken another step forward.
Joakim Wandegren has been Head of Technical and Sustainability for Scandinavia since December 2022. Thanks to his previous work experience at Xella and his return to the company, he is now even more confident in speaking with customers, stakeholders, etc. and communicating the technical and sustaina
Inner-city living space is scarce and in high demand. An example from the city of Plauen in southwest Saxony shows how it is possible to turn a mostly empty prefabricated building into an attractive living space.
Growing up, Katrin Mülstroh always loved to go to the hardware store and touch everything. This makes the self-confessed hapticist just the right person to be managing a Silka plant in Colbitz, Saxony-Anhalt. She tells us why she started out repairing cars before discovering her love of raw materia
As a passionate BIM manager, Sebastian Ivan believes in the digital future of Romania - and together with his colleagues, he has been successfully driving it forward for twelve years. Before joining Xella and moving to his favorite Romanian city, Cluj-Napoca, he learned about the construction indust
Learning and listening are the most important prerequisites for new ideas, says Anna Varga, responsible for innovation at Xella Hungary. Creative chaos comes later.
The shortage of living space in cities often means that historic buildings have to make way for new construction projects. The Rezidencia Kesselbauer housing project in Slovakia shows that this can be done differently: the facade of a bakery was preserved for the cityscape with Multipor insulation b
When BIM engineer Joanna wants to do something, she does it! Whether it's taking additional courses, taking on a speaking role at a conference or asserting herself in a male-dominated field.
When it comes to insulating historic buildings, contractors like to use Xella's Multipor mineral insulation boards. They are currently being used in the restoration of the largest brick castle in the world.
Always on the move, whether on wheels or feet: Country Supply Chain Manager Sebastian Dima navigates and improves not only the path of logistics at Xella Romania, but also that of his colleagues.
At the former Boesdal limestone quarry at Stevns Klint in Denmark, a new visitor center is being built to show the long history of the site through its fossil record. It is all too fitting that the visitor center is being built of Silka Calcium Silicate.
From a young age, Lucie Šnajdrová has been pursuing a dream: to provide a home for people. As project manager for large scale products, she now makes these dreams come true.
When it comes to attracting young people to the construction industry, Xella Romania gets everyone on board and starts engaging with future builders, architects, and engineers while they are still in school.
More than any other European country, the French government is committed to sustainability. This is a particular challenge for Arnaud Porte, Technical and Development Director and Head of Innovation at Xella France. But he knows how to tackle it.
Hubert Fandree is a Key Account Manager at Xella Germany, and a "Ytong man through and through." Reason enough to ask him about his personal story with his favorite building material in the anniversary year "100 years of autoclaved aerated concrete."
Dr. Berit Straube has started her work for Xella in 2001. Since 2006, she has been the Head of Product and Process Research at the Xella Technologie- und Forschungsgesellschaft mbH. Learn more about her way of leadership and her engagement for sustainability.
The emergence of construction services has been a game-changer for Xella’s customers, who now receive building materials and many services from a single source in many countries. Here is how Xella and its Construction Services is spreading across Europe and addresses urgent issues such as circular
How are we going to live in the future? In Milan, a pioneering residential project is currently being built on the site of an old factory. In addition to 89 apartments of various sizes, a garden is being planned that will not only bring more greenery to the city, but will also provide residents with
Cities are becoming increasingly crowded. It is therefore necessary to find affordable, sustainable and energy-efficient solutions. The example of the Czech Republic shows the contribution that large-scale construction and digital solutions can make.
Xella's 28th architecture competition for students from the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland was a great success. The number and quality of their projects was exceptionally high.
In Romania, Building Information Modeling (BIM) is slowly gaining momentum: BIM Manager Sebastian Ivan is at the forefront of educating the market and providing training to architects and engineers in the use of BIM.
In 2023, AAC celebrates its 100th birthday as efficient building solution addressing the challenges and needs of the international construction industry to be more sustainable than ever.
Building projects have never been so transparent for Xella customers: Xella Germany uses the "PlanXchange" platform for efficient construction planning with Silka XL Plus blocks. Xella's own features further simplify communication with customers.
An important pillar of Xella's sustainability strategy is circularity. The company has set itself the goal of eliminating all leftovers from autoclaved aerated concrete production from landfills by 2025. A pilot project near Munich in Germany is demonstrating how discarded Xella products can be recy
Building safety is a key factor in preventing loss of life during natural disasters. That's why experts are studying the resistance of autoclaved aerated concrete. The Ytong material is as strong as other masonry.
Elly Van Overmeire has been driving innovation at Ytong and Xella for almost 30 years. She's worth listening to.
The first shipment of Xella materials from Serbia to Romania saved almost 70 tons of CO2. And there are even more advantages to shipping by water instead of road.
Marcin Maś is Xella's first Lean Manager. He brings safety to the plants in Poland - because he likes to work with people and knows what he is capable of.
One of our most important missions is to produce energy more efficiently. To this end, we have already installed photovoltaic systems at many sites. At the beginning of May, another plant in Italy was put into operation. Others will follow.
"Living Tomorrow" is the name of Europe's largest innovation campus, which among other things aims to make today's building solutions fit for the future. Xella has been a partner here for more than 30 years - currently also with a commitment in the "Digital Twin" working group. With BIM experts, in-
What makes people innovative? Wojciech Rogala knows all about it. As head of Innovation at Xella Poland, he faces some very special challenges.
When Aleksandra Kwapis joined the accounting department of Xella Polska in 2007, no one would have guessed that in January 2023 she would hold the position of Head of Business Analytics for the Xella Group. Everyone except herself. Because she's always looking for the next challenge.
Furniture manufacturer IKEA is currently building a new central warehouse in Norway. Criteria such as high fire protection, efficient assembly and sustainability played an important role in the selection of the building material.
How does an innovation manager work? Ludmila Šmerdová, Product & Innovation Manager at Xella Czech Republic, knows all about it because it's her job. With a big-picture view and an eye for detail, she drives new products and technologies forward.
In the "Index de l'égalité entre les femmes et les hommes", Xella France achieves an exceptional 91 out of 100 points. A role model for the Xella Group.
Insulation and renovation in one single step: The building material Multipor has many advantages for building owners. At the same time, it reduces energy costs and improves the indoor climate for the occupants.
How can we continuously improve safety without overburdening employees? Xella's first Lean Manager, Marcin Maś, explains which change management methods were used to introduce the idea of lean management for more efficiency and safety in the Polish plants - and how they were accepted by the employe
Stefan Stamenković, a mechanical maintainer at Xella Srbija, proved his grit and endurance as a runner on the Divča Winter Trail, a challenging course that took him through the partly snow-covered mountains of western Serbia.
Precisely because it was so challenging, he would also recommend the
Scarce living space is a major challenge for communities and cities. Developers are responding with creative solutions like vertical construction. This involves adding one or more floors to existing buildings, as a recent example from Belgium shows.
When the foundations for digital building design were laid at Xella, Xella Belgium played a key role. Internationally, colleagues built on their experience. Also, the HoloLens was tested here years ago. What it has brought to the construction site - and why Xella Belgium is now moving on to other te
Wiedya Debipersad joined Xella Netherlands in 2021 and now works as the Director of HR Northwest Europe. Learn more about her passion for diversity, transparency and why she is also a Philanthropist in her private life
What the hotel of the future could look like is already becoming a reality in Belgium: Not far from Brussels, construction work is underway - planned using state-of-the-art digital methods, realized with Xella building materials. It expands Europe's largest innovation campus "Living Tomorrow" where
The construction industry is responsible for 38% of CO2 emissions. The industry is facing new challenges and must adapt its strategies to climate change. Environmental protection is at the heart of Xella's business. And we want to rely on science to achieve our ESG goals.
As BIM manager for the Czech Republic and Slovakia, Tomáš Dokoupil is already a department head at the age of 26. He found his way to Xella through his master's degree and his fascination with autoclaved aerated concrete - and discovered his passion for three-dimensional modeling of buildings at t
When it comes to attracting young people to digital construction, Xella Polska gets everyone on board: There are several trainings for technical schools and universities, led by the most experienced employees.
The University of Antwerp is investing 12.5 million euros in the renovation of its City Campus, including the historic Knechtjeshuis. In order to preserve the historic facades, Multipor is used as insulation material.
Construction with digital support is faster, saves costs and is less error prone. The construction of a housing development in the east of Hamm, Germany, is the latest example of this: Thanks to Xella's own blue.sprint planning service and the use of mixed reality technology, Xella is once again wor
Andreas Radischewski knows how to build even more efficiently and sustainably. As the Xella Group's Digital Building Solution and Transformation Manager (BIM), he continues to develop new digital technologies – together with his colleagues at the various sites.
In the Czech Republic, construction projects must be submitted to the government in printed form. Approval can then take several months or even years. How does digital building planning work under these circumstances?
Meta Gradt joined Xella Slovenia in 2011 and now works as the head of finance. She is part of the program for high potential women at Xella. Learn more about her passion for change and relaxing in her garden.
The construction industry also has a strong demand for specialists and managers. By 2025, Xella wants 25 percent of its managers to be women. A strong focus on visualizing, connecting, and activating high potentials helps to achieve this goal.
A former slaughterhouse becomes a gallery for contemporary art. Thanks to interior insulation with Xella’s Multipor system, it was possible to preserve the battered historic facades of the PLATO Gallery in Ostrava in the Czech Republic. The material ensures modernization and preservation of the ex
Xella has long moved on from being a supplier of building materials to providing efficient, sustainable, and affordable building and living solutions. Digital tools such as our digital service blue.sprint and other applications play an important role in this. They not only save costs, but also short
To work as a logistics coordinator is not Anne-Marie Burgers first job at Xella, but she enjoys the opportunity to use her strengths to act as a problem solver or liaison between various parties.
The architect had the brilliant idea in 1923, and the businessman knew how to market it effectively. Thus, two Swedes made well-insulated living space affordable 100 years ago with the new building material autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC).
In the Italian province of Turin, a new residential complex is being built that achieves Class A energy certification. This was achieved with the help of sustainable AAC systems.
How can companies like Xella show that urban living can also be sustainable? In Romania, a residential complex is currently being built. It shows which role digital planning and sustainable materials can already play.
Many industries, including construction, are struggling with material shortages. To ensure that a housing project for the elderly could be completed, construction managers opted for calcium-silicate blocks from Xella.
There is a shortage of housing in many European countries. Renovation is now the key to quick and sustainable solutions.
To produce more energy efficiently, Xella already relies on renewable energy from photovoltaic systems at a wide variety of locations. Now, plants in Slovenia and Serbia have also been converted.
Isabell Kalitz is an exciting mix of verve, experience and commitment. The electronics technician for industrial engineering and master craftswoman in metal technology manages the Möllenhagen plant - as the youngest Xella plant manager in Germany.
Why Xella is committed as an official partner to the "Living Tomorrow" innovation project
At the "Living Tomorrow" innovation campus in Belgium, business, science, and other interested parties meet to experience the world of tomorrow today. With sustainable and innovative solutions for the construc
A new Giga Factory for battery cells is being built in the Norwegian town of Mo i Rana. In the process, the strictest safety and fire protection must be ensured.
The grain silo in Kristiansand, Norway, was considered a symbol of modernity when it was built in 1935. Now the listed building is being converted into one of the most modern art museums and must meet criteria such as energy efficiency and sustainability.
A new residential complex in the Italian municipality of Padua links sustainable and nature-friendly living through autoclaved aerated concrete from Xella.
Rasmus Jensen from Denmark found a way to save his colleagues avoidable work during his first weeks at Xella Danmark. That's why today, as digital transformation manager for Xella Scandinavia, he continued to advocate for efficient work with 3D models.
The Xella Bauakademie from Xella Germany is a success. In 2023, anyone interested can still find expert knowledge at on-site events and in live and on-demand webinars. Free of charge and unlimited, all you have to do is register.
Whether Project Butterly, Friday Cup of Inspiration or the Fast Line to trained psychotherapists - Xella Poland uses many opportunities to strengthen the mental health of its colleagues.
Denmark is a pioneer for three-dimensional building planning: BIM-based projects account for 90 percent of the total. The legal regulations that make this possible could become a model for other countries. But even in a country where planning and building is so digital, there is room for optimizatio
Training for apprentices in Poland, conferences for architects in the Czech Republic and Slovakia, or continuing education on demand in Germany: Xella offers innovative, sustainable, and energy-efficient building solutions and therefore sees itself as a partner for building managers and architects t
Converting a moist basement into dry living space is one of the biggest challenges of a renovation. With ExSal Therm from Multipor, a solution is available that dries out salt-contaminated walls and insulates at the same time.
With Xella's Building Companion platform, Radu Mâcâială is building a growing network between investors, architects, and construction companies. The Head of Building Companion has even more plans to use it to shake up the construction industry - although he actually comes from a completely differ
Embedded in a neighborhood of the Italian city of Bari, the new residential building "Nicole 340" was realized. The sustainable construction method with Ytong building systems merged nature and living in a natural way.
The more heating costs rise, the more important good insulation becomes. That is why the EU is also increasing its pressure on owners of old and new buildings.
A few weeks ago, Xella Germany spoke with experts at Studio X, an offering of the Xella Academy, about how sustainable housing can be designed. One of the experts on hand was Tina Kammer, professor of sustainable building at IU International University and an advocate for circular building.
After a fire in a vacation park in the Netherlands, the destroyed main building had to be rebuilt. A fireproof and sustainable solution was needed.
Opened in Rotenburg in 1972, our autoclaved aerated concrete plant is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year.
The Swiss market for digital construction is manageable. But with great expertise in BIM and autoclaved aerated concrete, Xella Switzerland's team of just 14 is ahead of many competitors.
Two eight-story apartment blocks in Berlin show how to successfully combine little building space and moderate rents while maintaining the urban identity of the area. A trend-setting project for the tightly populated areas throughout Europe.
Plants on the roof protect buildings from overheating in summer and save heating energy in winter. As rain reservoirs, they are also becoming increasingly important in climate change for the water management of cities. For Xella, Multipor, the optimal insulation material for this, is an important pa
At the Xella International Colloquium, experts from academia, politics and industry discussed possibilities for making the construction industry more sustainable. Natalie Eßig was also part of the group. She is a professor at the Faculty of Architecture at Munich University of Applied Sciences and
One of Xella's most ambitious sustainability goals is the circularity of its own products. Xella is working on this with the highest level of commitment in all international markets. Also, Xella’s Technology and Research Center is pushing ahead with numerous research projects, especially in German
Reduction of CO2 emissions is high priority target for Xella within our sustainability strategy. By 2030, we want to reduce our CO2 emissions intensity by 30% vs 2019. As a significant measure, we want to increase our energy efficiency - for example, in the production of autoclaved aerated concrete,
Xella Poland is a role model for diversity in a company. What does the HR department there do better than others ?
Production manager Andrea Chalupcikova gives an insight into her job: at the Zemianské Kostoľany plant in Slovakia, she masters the balancing act between employee management and the further development of production processes on a daily basis. This means that challenges of all kinds characterize h
In the Milan suburb of Desio, a new gymnasium was built for the "Umberto Tagliabue" elementary school. Partly due to the Ytong products used, the facility was awarded for its quality and energy efficiency by the South Tyrolean company KlimaHaus.
The Xella Group unites the Ytong, Silka, and Multipor brands. But we are more than that: 5459 people in 22 countries make an individual contribution every day with their diverse tasks that drive our companies forward. We introduce the minds that make Xella one of the most innovative and sustainable
Renovating heritage-protected houses is often complex and costly. But there are solutions that even make it possible to solve repair and insulation in one step. This saves building owners time and money while protecting health and the environment.
How can climate policy goals be achieved respect to a more sustainable construction industry? What positive influence can mineral building materials such as autoclaved aerated concrete and sand-lime bricks have on this? These and many other questions were presented, discussed, and debated at the Col
In times of rising energy, material and production costs, construction managers are looking more than ever for building solutions that are efficient, sustainable, and affordable. Solutions made of autoclaved aerated concrete are thereby obvious in this context, especially for reasons of sustainabili
A team of scientists and Xella Italy modernized a mountain hut in the Dolomites - using natural materials, without altering the historic façade, and under extreme climatic conditions.
140 apartments in France have been renovated in an ambitious energy-saving project. Tenants particularly appreciate this in times of rising energy costs.
Ytong Bausatzhaus is celebrating its 25th anniversary. More than 15,000 builders have already realized their individually tailored dream home with the successful concept. Managing Director Maximilian Nötzel explains what makes Ytong Bausatzhaus so unique.
The "Building Companion" platform helps construction managers in several countries find the perfect partner for their building project - with success: In Poland alone, around 2,000 projects have been realized to date.
Whether it's a single-family home, a housing development, a commercial property, or a historic building under preservation order, the right renovation not only saves energy costs. It also improves the quality of life for users and helps the climate. It depends on the materials.
Digital building design has arrived in Poland. Large-scale construction, BIM planning, and collaboration in industry-wide initiatives are spreading. If BIM manager Pawel Górski has his way, standardized communication would drive the use of 3D models even faster.
When it comes to digitalization projects at Xella, there is often talk of BIM projects and the blue.sprint digital planning service. Why more and more customers are interested in BIM-based projects and how Xella is developing the services further.
For 28 years now, talented students have been taking part in an architecture competition organized by Xella Czech Republic and Slovakia. It challenges their imagination, knowledge and commitment. For many participants, the competition became the first step in a career. For Xella, it is part of a sus
From Burcht, Xella Belgium delivers to customers who have a boat dock by ship instead of by lorry. This saves many tonnes of CO2.
Cooperative projects at universities often result in to projects that make an important contribution to Xella's ability to offer the best solutions for customers. One of these is the cooperation with RWTH Aachen University, where a digital laying aid is being developed together with the company Schu
To drastically reduce CO2 emissions, Xella relies on several different measures. To produce in a significantly more energy-efficient manner, the installation and use of photovoltaic systems at Xella plants plays an important role. One such project is currently being rolled out in the Netherlands.
For decades, the Heilig Hartkerk in Breda, the Netherlands, stood empty. But with
the help of Silka sand-lime bricks, twenty luxury flats are now being built in the
national monument.
Milan's historic Affori neighborhood has been undergoing redevelopment since 2016. In this context, new residential complexes are being built in the immediate surrounding of the nearby metro stations, filling the neighborhood with life again. Residents benefit from the sustainable advantages of Xell
The European Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Association EAACA recently presented a NetZero Roadmap for climate-friendly autoclaved aerated concrete. Xella is a member of the initiative and wants to work together to make the European construction industry more sustainable.
In the Czech Republic, a new residential complex with more than 200 apartments is being built under the name "Bydlení Skvrňany", which will provide a home for many people in the future. For this purpose, the developing company Trigema relies on digital construction with the BIM model, sustainable
Xella's investment in a new autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) cutter at its factory in Vuren, Netherlands, not only improves the products that are made there. The investment also pays dividends toward the company's sustainability goals.
As part of our commitment to fighting climate change, we are giving our customers the opportunity to make a measurable contribution to climate protection. Starting this year, for example, we are offsetting the CO2 emissions of our Multipor insulation brand.
With its move to the former Christus Koningkerk church in Heerlen, the Limburg Historical Center (HCL) gets a new and fire-proof home thanks to Hebel wall panels.
The autoclaved aerated concrete plant in Saint-Savin is also the headquarters of Xella France. Here, 170,000 cubic meters of AAC are produced annually, enough for 6,000 houses.
The construction and building industry is responsible for nearly 40 percent of global CO2 emissions. At Xella, we've made it our mission to change that. In 2021, we took a few steps forward.
A forward-looking company is characterized by the commitment of its employees. Xella promotes their ideas in a well-designed innovation management system. Every two years, the Innovation Award recognizes the best internal ideas.
Built in 1909, the water tower in Zabrze is no ordinary structure, combining a technical building with residential and office space. As a historically protected building, comprehensive insulation can only be carried out from the inside. Therefore, in its new function as a museum, insulation with Mul
The paperless construction site has many benefits: it increases productivity on the construction site, facilitates project management and enables reliable construction documentation. The pilot project with Leibniz University in Hanover will show whether it will soon become standard in construction.
It's a mammoth project that beta Eigenheim is currently tackling in downtown Dortmund: Hundreds of multi-family and single-family homes are currently being built in the so-called Kronprinzenviertel. This logistical challenge is being created with the help of digitized planning BIM models and Xella's
Stricter regulation, escalating costs and lack of skilled workers: Xella meets the wide range of challenges within the construction industry with customized solutions.
Old becomes new – this is how the principle of the circular economy can be explained in very simple terms. Establishing a circular economy for our building materials is currently one of the most important projects for Xella. Two examples from Belgium show how Xella is taking the next steps here to
As one of the leading building material suppliers in the construction industry, we are aware of our responsibility to make this industry more sustainable. Learn more about our journey.
With 45 floors, the Eurovea Tower is Bratislava's first real skyscraper. As part of the Eurovea venture, it is one of the largest construction projects in Slovakia's history. The second stage of the project, which is currently underway, has big goals - a full-fledged new city district.
Increasingly strict regulations apply to the construction industry. So how does the Xella Group meet the increasing requirements to regulate CO2 emissions in the construction industry?
Xella products have won many awards for their sustainable properties. Ytong Energy+ is one of our most highly awarded products. Anyone who builds with it also makes a contribution to greater environmental protection.
The Kozlišov spa hotel in Bojnice, Slovakia, had to close temporarily due to the COVID 19 pandemic. Those in charge used the break to renovate large parts of the resort's facilities and build a new spa house. Ytong autoclaved aerated concrete blocks and Silka calcium silicate blocks were used for t
Energy efficiency makes the German economy more competitive internationally. Because companies that use fewer resources operate more sustainably and invest their capital in innovations.
Works of art gathering dust in dark storage rooms? The Boijmans van Beuningen depot breaks with this tradition. In Rotterdam's latest architectural masterpiece, the entire art collection is open to the public. The use of Silka products helped realizing this ambitious project.
For several years now, we have been looking at how large the CO2 footprint of building materials such as autoclaved aerated concrete and calcium silicate blocks really is and how it can be reduced accordingly. A new study by Xella Technologie und Forschungsgesellschaft mbH has shown that large amoun
The Ytong plant in Çatalca, about 55 kilometers from the center of Istanbul, was commissioned by Türk Ytong in August 2015. In 2018 the production of Multipor was increased from 25,000 m³ to 50,000 m³.
For many, autoclaved aerated concrete, or short AAC, does not seem like an ecological building material at first glance. Why is that? After all, it has a good ecological balance – among other things due to its excellent heat-insulating properties. A fact check on AAC in terms of ecologic propertie
Luxembourg's imposing National Library is located in the immediate vicinity of important EU institutions. The building is the largest roof insulation project in Multipor's history to date.
Establishing a circular economy for products like autoclaved aerated concrete or calcium silicate bricks is one of our most important projects. The consultancy LCEE Life Cycle Engineering Experts GmbH from Darmstadt, a spin-off of Darmstadt Technical University, deals with the principles of sustaina
A lot has happened at our CSU plant in Teodory, Poland. Thanks to extensive investments, not only efficiency and product quality, but also plant safety have been significantly increased.
A new housing development in Borna near Leipzig relies on a pioneering concept: From the sale of the houses to the actual implementation on the construction site, the processes are designed digitally. This brings many advantages for everyone involved in the project.
The construction industry is an important lever for more climate protection. What are policymakers planning? And what impact will this have on companies, customers and other stakeholders? We asked Christian Noll, Chairman of the German Corporate Energy Efficiency Initiative (DENEFF).
Duisburg, January 11th, 2022: Xella announces today the sale of its insulation business unit URSA to Etex, a global building material manufacturer and pioneer in lightweight construction, headquartered in Belgium. The sale includes 13 production sites, located in Spain, France, Belgium, Italy, Germa
The Whiteleys shopping gallery in London's Bayswater district has an impressive history: Around 100 years ago, the building complex was once considered the "largest shopping center in the world". Now it is the scene of one of the most impressive renovation projects in the whole of Europe, in which i
With an extensive renovation, the Jurkovič Heating Plant also needed new insulating properties. As external insulation is mostly not an option for historic buildings, the Multipor mineral thermal insulation boards saved the day for the renovation team in Bratislava, Slovakia.
In the heart of Varosliget Park in Pest, Budapest's largest green space, beneath the canopy of bicentennial trees stands a modern dreamlike building that blends seamlessly into the green lung of the Hungarian capital. It is the House of Hungarian Music, also known as the “Palace of Musical Wonders
Sustainability is an integral part of our corporate strategy and our understanding of the future. To promote and implement greater sustainability throughout the construction industry, we rely on a wide variety of initiatives and partnerships. The reason: only together we can realize a climate-friend
How to successfully combine little building space and moderate rents while maintaining the urban identity of an area.
How we enable the ideal delivery and supply of our products
Our recyclable construction and insulation materials promote the energy efficiency of buildings and contribute to environmental and climate protection. Nevertheless, we need natural resources for production and cause CO2 emissions. That’s why we are constantly working to improve the carbon footpri
Our building and insulation materials support the energy efficiency of buildings and thus contribute to environmental and climate protection. We are constantly working to improve the CO2 footprint of our products even further. We are also looking for answers to the question of alternative building m
Short transport routes, sustainable recultivation, and full utilization: Mineralogist Dr. Hartmut Walther talks to us about how the resource sand can be mined in a CO2-saving way while protecting nature.
Optimal insulation can reduce the energy demand of existing buildings by two thirds compared to today
In Italy, the largest and most modern hospital in Apulia is currently being built on a total area of 26 hectares. Ytong autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) is being used for this project.
At Xella, management and HR are committed to a discrimination-free corporate culture – diversity is an essential value that plays a key role in our company. We are proud to be part of the “Love HR, hate Racism” initiative and committed to the fight against racism and intolerance! The initiativ
Who we are and what we want to achieve, which brands belong to the Xella Group and what services we offer, how we drive innovation and embed sustainability in all our activities - you can find out all this on the new Xella Group website.
Digitally planned and progressing at a great pace: In Lommiswil, in Switzerland, a residential project is currently being executed with large-format Ytong autoclaved aerated concrete elements.
As an employer of more than 7,000 employees in 25 countries, we at Xella take responsibility for our people. We rely on our employees and the regions in which we operate. In all aspects, we strive to be an attractive and reliable employer. That's why we focus on a value-based corporate and leadershi
When it comes to climate protection, the building and housing sector, as one of the largest CO2 emitters, has a special responsibility - at the same time, the savings potential in the building sector is enormous. There are various options for building in a climate-friendly way. Xella Technologie und
The historic plant in northern Italy was taken over by Xella in 2011 to establish a strategic center for the Italian building materials market.
A new “giant” will soon define the skyline of the Polish capital. The Varso Tower, Varso is Latin for Warsaw, is scheduled for completion by the end of 2021. With 53 floors and a height of 310 meters, it will be the tallest building in Poland and among the tallest buildings in the European Union
The production of autoclaved aerated concrete in Slovenia began in 1977 in the small town of Kisovec in the Zasavje region, 50 kilometers east of Ljubljana. The production technology has steadily developed to new levels due to increasing demand – today, all focus at the Ytong plant is on continuou
In the middle of the project, Xella was selected to provide a complete building solution made of Ytong and Silka. And so further apartments of the residential complex in the northern part of Rožnov pod Radhoštěm, Czech Republic, could be completed quickly.
The “Church of Christ the Savior” in Prague's Barrandov district is a new landmark in the Czech capital. Xella CZ was able to meet the requirements for interior insulation with Multipor as the ideal solution.
The construction industry is considered one of the biggest consumers of resources and energy. For this reason, it has a special role to play in climate protection. Our focus: offering solutions that are durable, ecological, and recyclable – and yet remain affordable. That's why we invest in resear
Effective August 1, 2021, Davide Papavero has assumed responsibility as Chief Technology Officer of the Xella Group and is also a member of the Executive Committee. He reports to the Group CEO Christophe Clemente and will cover both business units Building Materials and Insulation.
In April 2021 the first photovoltaic system was commissioned on the roof of the Xella production plant in Atella, Italy and covers now 60 to 65 percent of the energy needs of the production plant. More systems are coming in 2022.
Ytong Thermobloc 08 provides a comfortable indoor climate in the two new residential buildings "Karl" and "August" with a total of 55 apartments, while other Ytong products ensure the load-bearing capacity of the buildings.
Xella Group announces the appointment of Cécile Fages to the role of Chief Sustainability & Communications Officer effective July 6, 2021. Cécile Fages will report directly to Christophe Clemente, CEO of the Xella Group, and will become a member of the Executive Committee.
High-quality quartz sand is one of the most important raw materials for our products. The continued existence of our production is largely dependent on the quality and security of supply of the sand. To this end, samples from sand deposits are regularly tested.
Our De Hazelaar calcium silicate plant in Koningsbosch in the Netherlands, is fully committed to
robotization and digitalization. Plant manager Richard Parren explains
how this traditional plant is preparing for the future.
The construction of the SEKO complex housing project in Trenčín, Slovakia, in which Xella's large-format elements Silka Tempo are used for load-bearing walls and Ytong Jumbo for non-load-bearing interior walls, is progressing in great strides.
Anyone buying autoclaved aerated concrete in Austria can be fairly certain that it has been produced in Loosdorf. After all, Xella’s plant there is the only production facility in the entire country. And this is definitely not the only interesting fact about the plant!
In 2020, the construction of one of the largest housing projects in Slovenia began. More than 4,000 m3 of Xella products are to be used for the creation of the “Pod Pekrsko gorco” neighborhood in Maribor.
The Swedish DIY chain Jula recently had its central warehouse in Skara expanded to become the largest of its kind in Northern Europe. Large-format Hebel and Ytong elements were used in the process.
In the Dutch metropolis 449 high-quality apartments are being built at brisk speed. In the realization of the project Het Dok, a strict plan for the pre-positioning of interior walls and prefabricated Ytong façade elements ensure fastest construction.
Xella is developing from a building materials manufacturer to a sustainable solution provider offering comprehensive services to optimize the entire construction process. Our field of innovation is primarily about combining analog building materials with digital services that benefit customers. This
Earthquake resistance is one of the greatest challenges for modern building materials. With the help of laboratory tests and simulations based on them, we are working on setting up our products for such extreme requirements.
In the new sustainability report, Xella makes its sustainability ambitions and targets transparent and measurable.
The expert panel of the “Business Superbrands” brand evaluation programme in Slovakia has honored Ytong with an award in 2021.
Mark your calendars for April 22, 2021. We will publish our new Sustainability Report.
The plant in Żabinko is one of seven calcium silicate plants operating under the umbrella of Xella Polska. There has not been a single work accident there for more than 1,200 days. A record that is something to be proud of.
The new robotization pilot project Hadrian X from Xella Technologie & Forschung is launched in cooperation with Fast Brick Robotics from Australia.
Innovation management, basic research, and technological development: This is the foundation on which we position the Xella Group for the future and meeting societal as well as industry-specific challenges – be it climate protection, energy savings, or resource efficiency. Since 2004, we have ther
As a company, we take our economic and social role very seriously and want to be a fair, reliable and trustworthy partner to our customers, business partners and employees. In order to always comply with ethical and legal standards in our business activities and in our dealings with our supply chain
Every year, Xella Technologie- und Forschungsgesellschaft carries out over 7,000 tests to ensure the quality of our autoclaved aerated concrete, calcium silicate bricks, and mineral insulation boards, starting with the raw materials used and ending with the finished product.
Safety in the workplace is a top priority at Xella. That's why we see it as a matter of course to promote the long-term health of our employees and ensure their safety. We want our employees to go home from work every day healthy and unharmed.
Mini cranes are playing an increasingly important role in the assembly of large-format systems. In Poland, the custom-built Spider Crane is being used.
Our employees form the basis of our long-term success. We want to be an attractive employer in all respects. High-quality training at Xella and investments in our employees' qualifications contribute to this, as do fair, performance-based remuneration, a non-discriminatory working environment, and f
Our building materials consist mainly of natural raw materials and are almost completely recyclable. URSA insulation products are already largely made from reused materials. Therefore, the conversion of value chains to value cycles makes sense for us for ecological and economic reasons. The circular
With our recyclable construction and insulation materials, we promote the energy efficiency of buildings and thus contribute to environmental and climate protection. However, to manufacture these products we need natural resources and cause CO2 emissions. To minimize the impact on the environment an
With our business model, we have a high level of positive impact opportunities. To actively leverage this, we sharpened our ESG focus as part of the review of our Sustainability Strategy 2020 and worked out how our strategy can contribute to achieving the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Xella Group has joined the world's largest and most important initiative for responsible corporate governance: The United Nations Global Compact. Xella is committed to the ten sustainable principles in the areas of human rights, labor standards, the environment, and corruption prevention.
Xella has a powerful business model with multiple opportunities for a positive sustainability impact. Therefore, we want to actively contribute to a more sustainable development of our society and the economy.
Xella CZ/SK is calling for the 26th International Student Competition, in which aspiring architects in the Czech Republic and Slovakia can submit their designs for the housing of tomorrow.
In order to develop fire-proof, safe products, Xella regularly conducts fire resistance tests
Large-format building is a trend for the future in the modern construction industry and has long been established at Xella. Cranes - especially mini cranes - provide assistance. They facilitate operations on tight construction sites, carry heavy loads, save time and, above all, labor.
Niels van der Wouden will be the new Head of Construction Services for our business unit Building Materials from 2021 on to facilitate and accelerate the set-up and expansion of one of our focus activities in the next years.
Dr. Jochen Fabritius hands over to Christophe Clemente.
At Xella in Belgium, the nearby Scheldt is now frequently used to transport Ytong or Silka blocks. For a sustainable construction project in the center of Brussels, the waterway was even decisive in winning the contract.
Our mission is to enable energy-efficient, affordable and long-lasting housing - and to provide as sustainably as possible. To achieve this goal and keep improving, we are in constant exchange with our stakeholders.
It was a real tour de force. Since 2016, Dr. Michael Baars together with his successor as Xella-CIO, Florian Ziegler, has turned the entire Xella IT upside down and restructured the IT for the future.
The reputable ESG rating agency Sustainalytics has given Xella a rating of 18.3, putting Xella in first place out of all 115 companies in the building materials sector assessed by Sustainalytics. Sustainalytics therefore classifies the risk of financial impact caused by ESG aspects at Xella as low.
Xella stands for innovative, safe and sustainable building and insulation materials and is the solution provider for energy-efficient, healthy and cost-optimized construction. Thus, our product portfolio contributes to decarbonization and to a low-carbon construction sector.
Trucks that are on the road to bring construction materials to the construction site are a familiar sight. But Ytong or Silka blocks that are transported by ship are less visible. In Belgium, however, this type of transport has been used more and more in recent years.
Whether autoclaved aerated concrete, calcium silicate units or mineral insulation boards - the Xella Group's product family is diverse. In order to be fit for the future, Xella is researching to align them to new markets.
In Nieuwegein, the new distribution center of the Dutch supermarket chain Jumbo is being built with Hebel products.
What are the requirements for our products and how do we manage to meet them? An important component of quality assurance at Xella is the control of the raw materials which are used.
Fire resistance is a decisive criterion in construction. Even in a building full of water: A project in the Dutch city of Monster shows how large-format Hebel panels are used in the reconstruction of a swimming pool.
Whether autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) powder, which is recycled from production, or AAC from demolition projects, which is recycled according to type, is used in the production of new blocks makes no difference in principle.
In Vila-rodona, a small municipality north of Tarragona in Spain, facilities of a winery of the producer Castell d’Or were expanded with Ursa Products.
With the Center Construction Robotics, the construction site of the future is being created on the RWTH Aachen campus with the participation of renowned industrial partners.
What can be used in the recycled end-product and what cannot? The decisive factor for our quality standard in the use of post-demolition autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) is the sorting accuracy.
Xella's cooperation with Otto Dörner and Holcim shows how autoclaved aerated concrete residues are processed and reused in the manufacture of new products.
Marissa Park at Lake Dümmer See in Lower Saxony is growing and growing. In the meantime, large parts of the holiday home settlement have already been completed and it is already possible to have a look inside the houses. The project is well on schedule – thanks to the combination of digital plann
Xella pursues three circulation models to return autoclaved aerated concrete (AAC) residues to the production cycle: This involves residues from production, from the construction site and even AAC residues from demolition and dismantling projects.
For Xella, the circular economy is of enormous importance. The motivation for this are the legal framework conditions of the EU as well as the environmental aspect and the economic factor. The core of the circular economy is the Cradle to Cradle concept.
The Pr'Gromo farm in Slovenia shows how to build a modern house from autoclaved aerated concrete while still retaining the traditional character of a village.
As one of the few European companies in the building materials industry, Xella operates its own technology and research company (Technologie- und Forschungsgesellschaft / T&F) near Berlin.
Nine new apprentices start their vocational training at Xella
A new district is being built in the Basel district of Erlenmatt Ost in Switzerland. A silo that was built there in 1912 has now been converted into a multifunctional place for the community.
The megatrends sustainability, digitalization and affordability set the pace for the industry. The Kirchenstieg construction project is a model example from practice - making the construction work as efficient and reliable as possible.
Ytong, Multipor and Hebel products are used in the reconstruction of the home of Karlsruher SC, a German 2. Bundesliga team.
Dr. Jochen Fabritius, CEO of the Xella Group, in the Digitalwerk podcast by Michél-Philipp Maruhn.
A complex residential construction project with 24 residential units in Slovakia shows how large-format building enables efficient and rapid construction.
Creative solution and intelligent cooperation between the crafts saves a lot of time during the construction of the 23-storey residential tower "De Hoge Regentesse" and masters logistical challenges of the small, central building site in The Hague.
The construction industry is in upheaval. Learn how digital planning of construction projects can make an efficient contribution here.
The construction industry trains apprentices. In an interview, our trainee Manolya Sener explains how this works at Xella – especially in times of Corona.
Reach the finished room height with only one stroke? This is possible with the storey-high Ytong System Wall Elements (SWE).
Anyone who wants to build or renovate in Austria in a sustainable manner can hardly do without Xella products. This has been proven by the awarding of two renowned prizes.
'Rethinking building: As a pioneer of digitalization in the construction industry, the Xella Group will be one of the few building materials manufacturers with its own booth and innovative solutions.