Altro are a leading manufacturer and supplier of flooring and walling coverings, based in the United Kingdom. They have been at the forefront of innovation in the building industry for almost 100 years. Today, working closely with architects, end customers, engineers, designers and contractors around the world, Altro's insight and expertise help them transform everyday spaces into environments that can improve the wellbeing of everyone that uses them.
Altro launched recently a number innovation projects with the University of Hertfordshire, the UK's leading business-facing university and an exemplar in the sector. The University of Hertfordshire is one of the region's largest employers with over 2,700 staff and a turnover of over £238 million. With a student community of over 24,800 including more than 4,100 overseas students from 100 different countries, the University has a global network of over 210,000 alumni.