Gareth Rouse

Forterra PLC

Forterra is a leading manufacturer of a diverse range of clay and concrete building products, used extensively within the construction sector, and employs over 1,800 people across 18 facilities in the UK. It is one of the largest brick and aircrete block manufacturers in the country, and the only producer of the iconic London Brick. Other trusted brands from Forterra include Thermalite, Conbloc, Ecostock, Butterley, Cradley, Red Bank, Bison Precast, Jetfloor and Formpave. These products form an essential and substantial part of the built environment - from housing developments to government projects - helping to drive the country's growing economy.