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Saint-Gobain
A new Gauteng facility launched by global construction materials giant, reinforces long-term confidence in South Africa’ s industrial future and job creation.
Saint-Gobain Africa has opened its new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant in Ekurhuleni, marking an investment of more than R500 million in local manufacturing. A recent launch event brought together government representatives, industry partners and community stakeholders, marking a strong vote of confidence in South Africa’ s economy and industrial potential, rooted in international collaboration and local empowerment.
Saint-Gobain, a French multinational with over 360 years of global manufacturing and innovation expertise, and more than 90 years’ presence in South Africa( www. saintgobain-africa. com), confirmed that the new plant will produce fibre cement products. Fibre cement is a durable composite building material valued for its strength and resistance to fire and moisture. The investment is expected to create numerous direct and indirect job opportunities while strengthening local supplier development and skills transfer. Products manufactured include flat sheets and fascia boards.
The company says its investment forms part of Saint-Gobain’ s long-term commitment to Africa and aligns with the company’ s global purpose, Making the World a Better Home, which extends beyond products to supporting sustainable growth, industrial development and social progress.
“ This investment of more than R500 million is not simply about expanding capacity; it is a clear demonstration of our long-term belief in South Africa as a key industrial hub for the continent,” said Aymeric d’ Ydewalle, CEO of Saint-Gobain Africa.“ We continue to invest because we believe deeply in South Africa’ s talent, its manufacturing capability, and the importance of strong partnerships between the public and private sectors in driving sustainable growth.”
… marking a strong vote of confidence in South Africa’ s economy and industrial potential, rooted in international collaboration and local empowerment.
10 autumn 2026 | www. tobuild. co. za