At the same time, the construction sector is increasing its use of recycled materials. Regulatory pressure and sustainability targets are accelerating this shift at national level.
Dual processing reduces dependence on external supply
PHV has commissioned a wet processing plant to secure its raw material supply. The installation processes both primary aggregates and excavated waste materials. The objective is to reduce external sourcing, lower costs, and extend the lifespan of existing quarries.
The company operates 31 concrete plants but cannot meet demand with output from its two quarries alone. This imbalance has required additional material purchases.
The new plant has a capacity of 250 tonnes per hour. It processes quarried material and soils from excavation projects.
First deployment of key technologies in France
The installation integrates a sludge dewatering system and a wet density separator for aggregates. Both technologies are in operation in France for the first time.
These systems enable the recovery of usable fractions from waste streams while maintaining consistent quality in primary materials.
Focus on circular economy and scalability
The plant increases the availability of recycled aggregates and supports the transition towards circular material flows. It also allows flexible adjustment of input streams. Over time, the share of recycled input is set to increase.
A rainwater storage system is planned for summer 2026. It will improve water management and support operational expansion.
Public funding and regulatory approval secured
The project operates within a defined regulatory framework. A prefectural decree confirmed compliance with environmental and land-use requirements in December.
Public funding from regional authorities, the French Agency for Ecological Transition (ADEME), and the Water Agency supports the investment. The funding reflects the project’s role in regional resource efficiency and circular economy targets.
