Boral Limited has acquired the Wallan Concrete plant near Melbourne to enhance its operational capacity in a key growth corridor.

Information on the Target

Boral Limited has successfully completed the acquisition of the Wallan Concrete plant, located approximately 45 kilometers north of Melbourne. This state-of-the-art concrete facility enhances Boral's capacity to serve its customers in a strategically identified growth corridor, thereby supporting the company's integrated operational framework. The transaction also ensures the continued employment of skilled workers from Wallan Concrete who will now become part of the Boral team.

According to Boral's Executive General Manager for Concrete & Quarries South, Matt McKenzie, this acquisition significantly strengthens Boral's presence in Melbourne's outer northern growth area. The Wallan Concrete plant complements Boral's existing concrete batching and quarry operations at Wollert, reinforcing the company's comprehensive service offerings in the region.

Industry Overview in the Target’s Specific Country

The construction materials industry in Australia is marked by a robust demand trajectory, particularly in urban areas experiencing rapid growth. With significant investments in infrastructure and residential development, the industry is poised for continue