CRH Revenue and Competitors

We are the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete, and construction and paving services in the United States. Oldcastle Materials is a division of CRH plc, the international building materials group. CRH plc’s other America’s based Oldcastle divisions are the Architectural Products Group, Glass, Precast, Distribution, and MMI Products, each of which is a leading supplier of construction and building products. CRH plc also operates other divisions internationally, primarily in Europe. Oldcastle Materials, with more than 25,000 employees in 41 states, generated over $6.0 billion in revenues in 2006. We produce aggregates, asphalt, and ready mix concrete, and provide construction and paving services. Each of our operating companies retains its local identity and autonomy while leveraging the financial strength, best practices, and purchasing power of the larger organization. Our geographical breadth, expertise, and financial resources provide a sound base for growth and profitability as we remain the leading vertically integrated supplier of aggregates, asphalt, ready mix concrete, and paving services in the United States