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Blue Concrete: building with what is already there

Blue Concrete: building with what is already there

In Koersel, a new sports hall will soon rise. The foundation is already in place. But what most people don't see is underground: foundation concrete made entirely of secondary raw materials. It is one of the first deliveries of Blue Concrete foundation concrete via Carmans. And it is no coincidence that it has come this far.

Carmans achieves CO₂ Performance certificate level 5: sustainability as the foundation of a construction company

Carmans achieves CO₂ Performance certificate level 5: sustainability as the foundation of a construction company

On 1 April 2026, Carmans received the CO₂ Performance certificate at level 5, the highest level of the CO₂ Performance Ladder. Stefan Carmans and Jade Paulissen accepted the certificate in the presence of representatives of Embuild Vlaanderen and BENOR. What makes this result special: the process was completed in less than two years.

Carmans launches innovative solutions for PFAS: BlueCure and RemBind set a new standard for sustainable remediation

Carmans launches innovative solutions for PFAS: BlueCure and RemBind set a new standard for sustainable remediation

During a visit by Flemish Minister Jo Brouns, Carmans, a pioneer in circular solutions, presented its latest innovations in the fight against PFAS pollution. With the launch of BlueCure and RemBind, this family-run business offers sustainable, effective and scalable solutions for water and soil remediation, as part of a broader vision of circularity and environmental sustainability.

Family Day at Carmans: Saint Nicholas delights 30 children

Family Day at Carmans: Saint Nicholas delights 30 children

Carmans hosted a warm family day with a special visit from Saint Nicholas, who brought joy to 30 children during a festive afternoon.

European Hydromine delegation visits Carmans in Lummen

European Hydromine delegation visits Carmans in Lummen

We recently welcomed an international delegation from the Hydromine project to our new offices in Lummen, where they discussed their research and got a tour of our soil remediation facility.

Installation of BioGravel: an innovative, natural semi-paving

Installation of BioGravel: an innovative, natural semi-paving

At be-MINE in Beringen, we recently successfully created a natural semi-pavement using a plant-based binder.

Installation of separate sewer system and new cycle paths on Zelemsebaan in Lummen

Installation of separate sewer system and new cycle paths on Zelemsebaan in Lummen

Carmans renewed the Zelemsebaan in Lummen with separate sewer systems, new cycle paths, and a future-proof road layout

Sun and wind as energy sources: how Carmans drastically reduces your CO₂ footprint

Sun and wind as energy sources: how Carmans drastically reduces your CO₂ footprint

Discover how Carmans Aannemingen produces 80% of its own energy needs with solar and wind power, saving thousands of tons of CO₂.

Cleantech Community Limburg

Cleantech Community Limburg

Carmans Group launched BLUEBLOCKS on International Earth Day, April 22, 2015. "The most CO2-friendly concrete block is the result of a thorough 'Blue Technology' vision," says managing director Stefan Carmans.

BLUEBLOCKS, creative application at the IKEA site in Hasselt

BLUEBLOCKS, creative application at the IKEA site in Hasselt

BLUEBLOCKS by Carmans: sustainable concrete blocks that combine retaining wall and noise barrier functions, used for example at the IKEA site in Hasselt.

Carmans on the cover of Sterck magazine

Carmans on the cover of Sterck magazine

On the cover of the summer edition of Sterck magazine, there’s a photo of Stefan Carmans, referring to the article: “Evangelist of the blue economy”