ARDEX Group has proudly celebrated a significant milestone with Bunnings Group, marking 25 years of partnership and more than $100 million p.a in collaborative sales across Bunnings and Beaumont Tiles stores throughout Australia.
The long-standing relationship highlights the strength of collaboration between a global building materials leader and one of Australia’s largest retail networks, delivering trusted, high-performance solutions to customers nationwide.
As part of the anniversary celebrations, Director of Merchandise – Bunnings Group Limited, Cam Rist, travelled to the ARDEX Group global headquarters in Witten, Germany, where the family-owned business began over 75 years ago.
The visit provided an opportunity to meet global CEO Mark Eslamlooy and senior leaders including Fabian Morgan, Member of the ARDEX Global Management Board, to align on strategic direction, share knowledge, and explore how global innovation can continue to support Bunnings customers in Australia.
“The experience reinforced the strength of our partnership and the opportunity to continue delivering value to our customers, said Mr Morgan.
The ARDEX team later attended the 12th Global DIY Summit in Amsterdam as a Platinum Sponsor, gaining insight into global trends shaping the future of the DIY and home improvement market.
A Global Partnership with Local Impact
As a global network of specialist construction brands, the ARDEX Group brings together deep expertise across tiling, flooring, waterproofing, civil construction and prefabricated systems, supported by international R&D and technical leadership.
This global capability enables ARDEX Australia to deliver locally relevant, high-performance solutions, backed by proven systems and innovation from across the Group which includes DTA Australia, Nexus, Dunlop Trade, Cemix, Drymix and wedi.
Fabian Morgan, Member of the ARDEX Global Management Board, said the milestone underscores the importance of strong partnerships in driving long-term success.
“Our partnership with Bunnings Group is a testament to what can be achieved when global expertise is combined with local market leadership,” he said.
“We are proud to support Bunnings with innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of their customers and look forward to continuing this journey together.”
Looking Ahead
As the partnership enters its next phase, both organisations are focused on leveraging global insights, innovation and aligned strategies to support future growth in the DIY and construction sectors.
The 25-year milestone reinforces ARDEX Group’s position as a global leader in high-performance building systems, delivering value through collaboration, innovation and customer-focused solutions.
About ARDEX
The ARDEX Group comprises 67 subsidiaries, over 50 production facilities, and approximately 4,000 employees, with a presence in more than 100 countries worldwide.
Founded more than 75 years ago in Witten, Germany, ARDEX Chemie GmbH has built a global reputation for innovation and quality. Products such as Ardit Z 8 and Ardur K 15 have become recognised benchmarks in flooring systems internationally.
ARDEX entered the Australian market in 2001 through the acquisition of Norcros Building Products, locally known as ABA. With over 40 years of heritage in Australasia, ABA was well known for its high-performance tile adhesives and strong technical expertise. Innovations such as Abaflex continue to stand out in the market. The portfolio also included Superflex under-tile waterproofing systems, Shelter (formerly Dunlop) sheet membrane systems, and Hydrepoxy coatings.
In 2001 ARDEX Australia started supplying Bunnings with a range of products under their Dunlop brand.
In 2002, ARDEX strengthened its position further with the acquisition of Vibro Products Pty Ltd, a licensed manufacturer of ARDEX floor levelling compounds and adhesives. This enabled full integration of manufacturing and product development capabilities within Australia.
Today, these established brands operate under the ARDEX Australia umbrella, delivering complete system solutions supported by global research, development, and technical expertise. Through collaboration across its international network, ARDEX provides a comprehensive range of high-performance products and services tailored to local market needs.
ARDEX systems have been used in iconic projects worldwide, including the Burj Khalifa in Dubai, the London Olympic Aquatic Centre, and the Sydney Opera House, as well as countless commercial and residential developments. Across all applications, ARDEX is known for reliability, performance, and solutions tailored to specific project requirements.
Continued growth through strategic acquisitions has further strengthened ARDEX’s capabilities. In Australia, this includes respected brands such as Dunlop Trade, DTA Australia, Nexus, wedi, Loba, Wakol, Cemix, and Drymix, each bringing specialised expertise across key product segments and channels.
For more information, visit ardexaustralia.com