ZinCo, based in Nürtingen, southern Germany, was founded in 1957. The company is a pioneer and today one of the leading companies for extensive and intensive green roof systems with more than 100 employees worldwide. Research projects and innovative systems developed by ZinCo inspire architects and demanding clients to plan both private and large public buildings in a holistic and sustainable way.

As a global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions, Holcim is enabling greener cities, smarter infrastructure and improving living standards around the world. The company is driving the circular economy as a world leader in recycling to build more with less. Holcim is 70,000 people around the world who are passionate about building progress for people and the planet through four business segments: Cement, Ready-Mix Concrete, Aggregates and Solutions & Products. 

The acquisition of ZinCo by Holcim is a further strategic milestone to become the global leader in innovative and sustainable building solutions and to complement Holcim´s product portfolio in the growing segment of green roof systems. The three ZinCo Managing Directors Ulrich Schäfer, Dieter Schenk and Manfred Krüger will continue in their roles and responsibilities to secure a smooth transition over the next years.

Ulrich Schäfer commented on the transaction: "I started my career at ZinCo in 1981. In 2002, my Managing Partners and I had the opportunity to buy the company shares from the founder Walter ZinK.  Today, I am very proud that ZinCo is a specialist and an innovating key player in the area of green roof systems globally. I strongly believe that Holcim will be a valuable strategic partner for ZinCo offering a great future perspective for our employees and our customers. Benchmark did an excellent job and provided strong support through every stage of the M&A process. A substantial effort is required to sell a company and we are very happy that we have trusted a professional advisor."

Robert Forster, Head of EMEA and Asia Building Envelope Division, said about deal: “We’re delighted to have ZinCo on board strengthening our competence in the area of green roofing and expanding our building envelope activities to enable greener cities. With our global set up we see significant synergies between ZinCo and Holcim creating added value for our customers. 

ABOUT BENCHMARK INTERNATIONAL:

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Martin Franz​​​​
Managing Partner
Benchmark International
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