Overview

• The Rochlitz porphyry quarry, known for its iconic red 'Saxon Marble,' has been acquired by Just Naturstein, one of Germany's largest natural stone producers.
• The acquisition ensures the continuation of stone extraction and processing at the site, safeguarding all existing jobs and operational rights.
• The new owner plans to invest in the quarry's facilities, including expanding the stone sawmill to enhance production capabilities.
• The quarry, with over 850 years of history, provides materials used in notable historical and modern buildings across the region and beyond.
• The sale follows the quarry's insolvency filing in August, attributed to declining orders; the transition was facilitated by the insolvency administrator and local stakeholders.