Our Identity
A history, expertise and commitments that shape the way we develop and transform local areas.
Since 1929, Colas has built its identity around its expertise, its ability to evolve, and its strong local presence. Historically recognized for its road construction expertise, we now support a wide range of projects related to mobility and the development of local areas.
Our history, strategy, brands and commitments reflect a shared ambition: to put our expertise at the service of local areas and help shape solutions suited to the needs of tomorrow.
From a historic road builder to a global developer of local areas
Over the course of its history, Colas has continuously evolved its expertise to respond to changing local needs and new uses. While roads remain the historic foundation of our expertise, we now operate across a much broader range of activities: mobility, water, civil and ecological engineering, landscaping, materials production and recycling, as well as deconstruction.
This diversity enables us to meet the evolving needs of local authorities, businesses and communities. It allows Colas to work across complementary projects and provide solutions tailored to today’s and tomorrow’s development challenges.
Commitments that guide our actions
Colas’ identity is also shaped by the way we act. Responsible innovation, safety, resource preservation, biodiversity and the circular economy are among the key priorities embedded in the Group’s strategy and activities.
These commitments are brought to life through the projects delivered on the ground and through the complementary expertise of our teams and brands. They reflect our ambition to combine technical performance, quality of use and consideration of environmental challenges.
Beyond the infrastructure we deliver, it is this ability to continuously evolve our solutions and practices that helps shape Colas’ identity.
A strong local presence
A strong local presence is an integral part of Colas’ identity. The proximity of our teams enables us to better understand local realities, uses and the expectations of local authorities, businesses and partners.
This on-the-ground knowledge helps us provide support tailored to each project and mobilize the right expertise as close as possible to local needs.
Through its network of locations, Colas combines expertise, proximity and knowledge of local areas to support their long-term transformation.