A RAILWAY INDUSTRY FIRST Swedish company Abetong has a global reputation for its production and development of prefabricated concrete products. Industry Europe looks at the reasons behind its success and at how its dedication to innovation allows it to remain at the forefront of this sector.
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one of Sweden’s leading manufacturers in the production and development of prefabricated concrete products, Abetong’s annual turnover is around 930 MSEK and it employs over 530 people. It is a member of HeidelbergCement Northern Europe, a global leader in aggregates and a prominent player in the fields of cement, concrete and other downstream activities with nearly 60,000 employees in 2600 locations in over 50 countries.
Abetong is comprised of four strong divisions, with 14 sales units throughout Sweden. The divisions focus on tanks, rail and railroad, additional products and special concrete.
Unique solution for rail Last year (2013) the company launched a unique new product focused on both the environment and the railway industry. A timber replacement sleeper that is made of pre-stressed concrete, the Tuned Concrete
