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URSA is committed to renewable energies with the installation of photovoltaic plants at its factories in Tarragona.

URSA is committed to renewable energies with the installation of photovoltaic plants at its factories in Tarragona.

The plants will have nearly 7,000 state-of-the-art photovoltaic panels on their roofs, which will provide the annual energy equivalent to the consumption of 1,515 homes.

24 Jan 2023 News
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Etex goes beyond sustainable lightweight construction and commits to 2030 circularity and decarbonisation targets

Etex goes beyond sustainable lightweight construction and commits to 2030 circularity and decarbonisation targets

To face our world’s critical needs for sustainable and qualitative living spaces, global building material manufacturer and pioneer in lightweight construction Etex further pledges to be an agent of change in the sustainable building sector.

14 Oct 2022 News
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Etex continues its portfolio shift towards lightweight and sustainable building solutions by completing the acquisition of insulation expert URSA

Etex continues its portfolio shift towards lightweight and sustainable building solutions by completing the acquisition of insulation expert URSA

Today marks a major milestone for Etex, as it secures a fifth technology in its business growth strategy. By adding URSA’s insulation expertise to Etex’s portfolio of technologies, Etex enhances its ability to provide products and solutions to meet the building challenges of today and tomorrow. Announced in January 2022, the deal has successfully been completed after meeting the customary closing conditions.

01 Jun 2022 News
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Etex confirms its portfolio shift by acquiring thermal and acoustic insulation expert URSA

Etex confirms its portfolio shift by acquiring thermal and acoustic insulation expert URSA

The new year sees Etex consolidate its portfolio of sustainable business activities through the acquisition of URSA, a European leader in insulation solutions. Etex secures a new business growth platform through the deal, alongside an opportunity to continue playing a pivotal role in addressing sustainability challenges. By adding insulation expertise to its plasterboard, fibre-cement, passive fire protection and modular offering, Etex will also extend its ability to provide systems and solutions. This latest acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions.

11 Jan 2022 News
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