Holcim New Zealand Expands Further into South Island with WeMix Wanaka
First Holcim branded ready-mix concrete operation in the South Island
Global sustainable construction materials leader Holcim has announced that Holcim New Zealand has taken over the lease and acquired ready-mix concrete assets of WeMix Wanaka, a trusted family-owned business in the Otago region of the South Island. This strategic move marks the first Holcim branded operation in the South Island, further expanding its presence across the New Zealand concrete market.
WeMix has built a strong reputation as a leading provider of ready-mix concrete in the Wanaka region, supplying quality concrete solutions to a wide range of customers. Holcim is committed to maintaining the same standard of service, now enhanced by the company's global innovations, resources, and expertise.
Michael Miller, Executive General Manager for Holcim New Zealand, said: “WeMix Wanaka has built a strong reputation in Central Otago, and we are excited to welcome and integrate their business into the Holcim family. The purchase and expansion allows us to solidify our presence in the South Island, strengthening our commitment to innovative, sustainable building solutions across New Zealand, while continuing the high-quality service customers have come to expect from WeMix.”
Mike Seatter, Managing Director for WeMix Wanaka, said: “I always believed that the Central Otago market was ready for a new player in the ready-mix concrete sector, and it’s been pleasing to see this validated as I developed WeMix Wanaka over the past two years. I’m excited to witness the next phase of this journey as Holcim brings its knowledge and resources into the mix, complementing the service and quality I have delivered to local customers.”
This complements the recent expansion last year of the company’s operations across the North Island, where Holcim operates 20 ready-mix plants, plus Ashby’s Ready Mixed in Christchurch.