Lhoist Group (family holding consolidated in Financiere de Gestions Internationales (FGI))

Overview

Lhoist, founded 1889 in Belgium and owned by the Berghmans family (descendants of the founder), is a global leader in lime, dolomitic lime, and mineral solutions operating across 20+ countries with 100+ production/sales/R&D sites. Generated EUR3.6bn revenue and EUR1.2bn EBITDA in 2024. The family has engaged investment banks to explore opening the company to external financial partners while retaining control.

Key Facts

Type

Family Holding Company (operating group)