UK: Heidelberg Materials UK and Turners have entered into a 50/50 joint venture for bulk cement haulage, with the haulier distributing the producer’s bulk cement from autumn 2025. Heidelberg Materials UK will transfer its bulk cement distribution business and employees into the JV, which will have a board with representatives from both companies.

Heidelberg Materials UK CEO Simon Willis said “Heidelberg Materials is constantly looking into ways to optimise its operational model and deliver the best value for customers. As a result, we have decided to create a joint venture arrangement with Turners for the distribution of our bulk cement. Our aim is to enhance the distribution of our bulk cement and upgrade our fleet and operations. Partnering with Turners, which we already have a strong working relationship with, will enable us to be more efficient by leveraging its broad logistics experience, systems and network.”

The JV is expected to take effect no sooner than 26 October 2025. Heidelberg Materials UK operates more than 300 sites across aggregates, concrete, asphalt and contracting, cement and recycling, employing over 4000 staff.