The facility has a monthly production capacity of more than 10,000 tonnes
Global leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain inaugurated its new construction chemicals manufacturing unit in Ras Al Khaimah, reinforcing its long-term commitment to the UAE market and expanding its regional product range offer along with production capabilities.
The facility inauguration ceremony was attended by Saint-Gobain senior leadership, including Eastern Mediterranean and Middle-East CEO, Antoine Ghazal and Gulf Countries CEO, Emmanuel Jacquot, alongside Consul General of France in Dubai and the Northern Emirates HE Jean-Christophe Paris, Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) Chief Experience Officer Ian Hunt, and key stakeholders from the construction sector.
Located in RAKEZ’s Al Ghail Industrial Zone and developed across 15,000ssqm, the facility has been operational since the second quarter of 2025, manufacturing a comprehensive range of mortar solutions, including premixed plasters, tile adhesives and grouts, screeds, and more.
Further expansion
With a monthly production capacity of more than 10,000 tonnes, the plant serves customers across the UAE, while laying the foundation for further expansion through additional production lines and increased storage capacity.
“Through this investment, we reaffirm our commitment to the UAE, strengthening local manufacturing, enhancing service capabilities, customer intimacy and contributing to the country’s industrial ambition,” stated Jacquot.
“At RAKEZ, we continue to strengthen the infrastructure, services, and industrial environment needed to support that growth journey over the long term,” noted RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad.
The facility reflects the company’s continued investment in strengthening its regional manufacturing and supply chain capabilities and expanding its product range offer. The new plant enhances the company’s ability to serve key markets more efficiently while supporting future expansion plans from its Ras Al Khaimah base.
