Heidelberg Materials to acquire 70% of Peru's Cementos Inka

As part of an asset-light growth strategy, Heidelberg Materials is acquiring a 70% stake in family-owned Peruvian cement producer Cementos Inka (two grinding plants, 1.3 million tonnes annual capacity, two ready-mix plants near Lima/Pisco). The purchase price was not disclosed; the deal is valued at 6x expected EBITDA. Closing is expected in October 2026, no regulatory approval is required (Finanznachrichten / MarketScreener, 8 Sep 2026). Target is outside continental Europe; the Heidelberg-based acquirer qualifies the deal for inclusion.