SaintGobain

Saint-Gobain is a French multinational corporation that designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions for the construction, mobility, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Courbevoie, near Paris, the group operates in more than 70 countries and employs around 170,000 people. It is listed on Euronext Paris and is a constituent of the CAC 40 index.

The company traces its origins to the Manufacture royale de glaces established by royal decree in 1665 to produce mirrors for the Palace of Versailles, near the town of Saint-Gobain in Picardy. From its early focus on glassmaking, Saint-Gobain expanded into a broad portfolio of building materials and high-performance materials through successive reorganizations and acquisitions.

Saint-Gobain operates through multiple business lines, including Glass, Construction Products, and High-Performance Materials. Its products and solutions include architectural and automotive glass, insulation and interior finishing materials, plasterboard and plaster (Gyproc, Weber), fire protection (Promat), and other materials used in buildings, transportation, and industry. The company owns and manages a portfolio of brands such as Isover, Celotex, Gyproc, Weber, Promat, and Saint-Gobain Glass.

Sustainability is a cornerstone of Saint-Gobain’s strategy. It emphasizes energy efficiency, resource stewardship, and the circular economy in its product design, manufacturing, and distribution. The company invests in research and development to reduce environmental impact and to advance sustainable construction practices.