Saint-Gobain is expanding its manufacturing footprint in Egypt with two new production capacities, strengthening its position in one of North Africa’s key construction markets. The investments include a second float glass production line in Ain Sokhna and a new plasterboard facility in Sadat City.
The new float glass line, operated through a joint venture between Saint-Gobain and Şişecam, doubles the production capacity of the existing Ain Sokhna site. The expansion reinforces the companies’ manufacturing presence in Egypt and increases local capacity to serve the construction industry.
In Sadat City, a new plasterboard manufacturing facility is scheduled to launch in November 2026. Integrated with Saint-Gobain’s existing plaster line, the facility will form a comprehensive gypsum solutions hub, broadening the Group’s product offering and improving service to customers.
Saint-Gobain has operated in Egypt since 2006. Today, the Group runs four major manufacturing hubs, employs approximately 900 people and generates annual revenue of around €150 million. Its revenue has tripled over the past eight years. 
The expansion comes as Egypt faces growing demand for construction driven by population growth and urbanisation. The country plans to develop 37 new smart cities by 2050 to accommodate an expected 30% increase in its population of approximately 120 million.
Beyond expanding production, the investments mark a broader development in Saint-Gobain’s Egyptian business, extending its activities into plasterboard while building on its established positions in glass, plaster and construction chemicals. The projects also support the Group’s “Lead & Grow” strategic plan, focused on accelerating profitable growth and strengthening its role in light and sustainable construction.
Source: Saint-Gobain with additional information added by Glass Balkan
