{"id":16208,"date":"2026-01-27T14:36:36","date_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:36:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/?p=16208"},"modified":"2026-01-27T14:36:36","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T14:36:36","slug":"saint-gobain-invests-over-r500m-in-new-ekurhuleni-manufacturing-plant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/microvibenews.com\/?p=16208","title":{"rendered":"Saint-Gobain invests over R500m in new Ekurhuleni manufacturing plant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div id=\"textFreeArticle\">\n<p>South Africa\u2019s construction materials sector received a boost this week with the opening of a new Saint-Gobain fibre cement manufacturing plant in Ekurhuleni, backed by an investment of more than R500 million.<\/p>\n<p>The facility, officially inaugurated on 27 January 2026, will manufacture fibre cement flat sheets and fascia boards for residential, non-residential, light industrial and infrastructure-related construction applications.<\/p>\n<p>Read: CSR agrees to $3bn takeover by French rival Saint-Gobain [2024]<\/p>\n<p>Fibre cement is widely used in areas that require durability, moisture resistance and fire performance.<\/p>\n<p>The opening was attended by government representatives, industry partners and community stakeholders, highlighting the project\u2019s relevance to local industrial development and job creation.<\/p>\n<p>Saint-Gobain Africa said the investment is expected to create both direct and indirect employment opportunities, while supporting local supplier development and skills transfer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"visible-sm-block visible-xs-block m1010\">\n<div class=\"ad-container-wrapper\">\n<p>ADVERTISEMENT<\/p>\n<p>CONTINUE READING BELOW<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<blockquote>\n<p>The new plant strengthens South Africa\u2019s construction ecosystem by expanding domestic manufacturing capacity and reducing reliance on imported building materials.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The facility has been developed in line with internationally recognised quality, safety and environmental management frameworks, supporting a consistent local supply.<\/p>\n<p>Aymeric d\u2019Ydewalle, CEO of Saint-Gobain Africa, said the investment reflects confidence in South Africa\u2019s industrial role on the continent.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis 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,\u201d said d\u2019Ydewalle.<\/p>\n<p>Listen\/read:<br \/>SA\u2019s cement industry faces multiple threats<br \/>Now China enters SA cement market<br \/>Imported cement continues to flow into the country<\/p>\n<div class=\"visible-sm-block visible-xs-block m1010\">\n<div class=\"ad-container-wrapper\">\n<p>ADVERTISEMENT:<\/p>\n<p>CONTINUE READING BELOW<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>The Ekurhuleni plant forms part of Saint-Gobain Africa\u2019s Make it in Africa to Build Africa (MABA) commitment, which focuses on local production, people and skills development, sustainability, and customer-centric manufacturing.<\/p>\n<p>According to d\u2019Ydewalle, the facility is designed to support job creation, supplier development and skills transfer, while contributing to the revitalisation of South Africa\u2019s manufacturing sector.<\/p>\n<blockquote>\n<p>Saint-Gobain, which has operated in South Africa for more than 90 years, said the plant marks a milestone in its local manufacturing footprint as the group continues to invest in production capacity, innovation and skills development.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<p>The company said it remains focused on building resilient industries, supporting economic growth and contributing to South Africa\u2019s long-term industrial development through sustained local manufacturing investment.<\/p>\n<p>Read: PPC: Why is it so expensive to produce cement in SA? 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