Wienerberger AG (WIE)

Profile

https://www.wienerberger.com

Wienerberger AG is an Austrian-based global leader in building materials and infrastructure solutions, renowned as the world's largest producer of bricks and Europe's top manufacturer of clay roof tiles. Founded in 1819 in Vienna, the company has evolved from a regional brickworks to an international powerhouse with over 200 production sites across 28 countries in Europe, North America, and India, employing more than 20,000 people. Its core offerings include clay blocks for walls, facing bricks for facades, roof tiles, concrete pavers, and advanced pipe systems—both plastic and ceramic—for water management, sewers, energy supply, and building installations. Notable subsidiaries like Pipelife, General Shale, Terreal, Semmelrock, and Steinzeug-Keramo enhance its portfolio in sustainable, energy-efficient products. In 2024, Wienerberger AG reported revenues of €4,513 million, with sales distributed across Western Europe (56%), Eastern Europe (26%), and North America (18%), underscoring its pivotal role in construction, renovation, and infrastructure markets worldwide. The company emphasizes innovation, ESG targets, and ecological solutions to support climate-friendly building practices.