CBS Beton partners with Gilde to accelerate its international growth plans and establish itself as a frontrunner in sustainability
Wielsbeke, February 2025 – CBS Beton has welcomed Gilde as a partner to support the company in its next phase of growth.
CBS Beton: the market leading specialist in the production of concrete retaining walls
Founded in 1998 by Henk Ciers, CBS Beton has established itself as a leading specialist in the production of concrete retaining walls and other precast concrete products. The company serves a broad variety of end-markets including the infrastructure, agriculture, landscaping and gardening sectors. By offering high-quality products, tailored solutions, and value-added services such as delivery and installation, CBS Beton has become the trusted partner for contractors, architects, agricultural businesses and project developers.
CBS Beton’s successful approach has secured a market-leading position in the Benelux and a rapidly growing footprint in France and Germany, with ambitions reaching far beyond. Today, the company generates annual revenues exceeding EUR 50 million and operates four state-of-the-art production facilities across Belgium and the Netherlands.
With the strategic investment from Gilde, CBS Beton is poised to accelerate its international expansion and lead the market in sustainability. The company will further strengthen its presence in existing markets while actively pursuing new opportunities across Europe. This next phase of growth will be driven by targeted investments in production capacity, operational efficiencies, and sustainability initiatives. With a clear vision and strong foundation, CBS Beton is ready to seize these promising opportunities.
Gilde: driving growth and strategic collaboration
Gilde has a proven track record of supporting entrepreneurial and family-owned businesses in scaling their operations across diverse industries and countries and becoming market leaders in terms of ESG. In the building materials sector, Gilde currently invests in Schellevis, a leading manufacturer of premium concrete landscaping elements, and Excluton, a producer of high-quality concrete paving solutions.
Beyond building materials, Gilde invests in companies such as Conteyor/KTP, the market leader in reusable packaging for the automotive industry, and Bruynzeel, the CO2-neutral (scope 1 & 2) producer of smart storage systems. This extensive cross-industry experience enables Gilde to offer strategic insights and operational expertise tailored to each business, driving sustainable growth and innovation.
With Gilde as a new shareholder, the collaboration between CBS Beton and Schellevis will be further strengthened and commercially expanded. Having already worked together on customer projects, the two companies will now leverage their combined expertise in industrial and decorative concrete solutions to unlock new synergies. Through joint initiatives in procurement, production, distribution, and innovation, CBS Beton and Schellevis will enhance their market positions and accelerate growth under Gilde’s ownership.
