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Segment information - Summary of Operating Segments Disclosures - Additions to long-lived assets (Details) - USD ($) $ in Millions | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2023 | Dec. 31, 2022 | Dec. 31, 2021
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet |  |  |
Total property, plant and equipment additions | $ 1,878 | $ 1,533 | $ 1,540
Americas Materials Solutions |  |  |
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet |  |  |
Total property, plant and equipment additions | 854 | 715 | 727
Americas Building Solutions |  |  |
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet |  |  |
Total property, plant and equipment additions | 360 | 259 | 206
Europe Materials Solutions |  |  |
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet |  |  |
Total property, plant and equipment additions | 553 | 460 | 510
Europe Building Solutions |  |  |
Segment information - Consolidated Balance Sheet |  |  |
Total property, plant and equipment additions | $ 111 | $ 99 | $ 97

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