Meet James Hardie
At James Hardie, we lead the way in creating superior, enduring home exterior products. Our mission is to empower professionals and homeowners by delivering premium solutions that unlock boundless design potential, reliable protection, and timeless allure.
Our global presence
Our pioneering work in fibre cement technology defines our mission: to create buildings that stand the test of time. We deliver solutions that streamline planning and construction processes, optimise operating costs, and ensure long-term durability for the built environment. The European headquarters is located in Düsseldorf, a hub of innovation and architectural excellence.
Innovation is at the core of our research and development efforts. We are constantly exploring new materials, technologies, and manufacturing processes to find sustainable solutions.
Our production facilities on different continents mean that we can efficiently supply fibre cement boards and facade solutions to key regions around the world.
We employ a diverse global workforce across operations in North America, Europe, Australia and New Zealand.
A Perfect Match for your next project
You benefit from extensive expertise in both commercial and residential projects. This enables us to work together professionally to develop outstanding, bespoke solutions using Hardie® cladding products.
Leading the industry forward
A leader in building excellence
Since launching the first James Hardie fibre cement product in Australia and the US in the mid-1980s, the company has grown to become a leading global manufacturer of advanced building materials, offering a wide range of solutions for interior and exterior wall cladding.
Key Features:
Easy installation
Durable and never fading appearance
Low weight
Easy maintenance
Environmentally friendly
Pioneering excellence in building materials
In the early 1970s, fermacell® introduced Germany’s first gypsum fibre board. This marked the beginning of their success story. Over the years, the brand fermacell® has become a household name in the industry. Their pioneering innovations have made them one of the European market leaders for high-quality gypsum fibre and cement-bonded boards.
Key Features:
Simple installation
Stable and resilient materials
Limited combustibility
Best room climate
Elevating fire protection solutions since 1989
Established in 1989, Aestuver® has emerged as a leading German brand specialising in glass fibre lightweight concrete technology.
Aestuver® fire protection panels excel in safeguarding electrical installations and underground traffic systems.
Key Features:
High-quality fire protection
Solutions for special constructions
Fire protection panels for ventilation and smoke extraction ducts
Fire protection cable duct systems
The values driving our vision
Our investment in innovation
With over 130 years of experience as the inventor of modern fibre cement, we remain committed to continuous innovation.