Compagnie de Saint-Gobain is a French multinational corporation that designs, manufactures and distributes a broad range of building materials and high-performance solutions. Its core activities include the production of glass, ceramics, abrasives and construction products for use in residential, commercial and industrial projects. The company’s portfolio encompasses everything from flat and automotive glass to insulation materials, gypsum-based products, piping systems and specialty chemicals designed to improve energy efficiency, durability and comfort in buildings and infrastructure.
Saint-Gobain operates through a network of production facilities and distribution channels spanning Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia and the Middle East. The company serves markets such as construction, automotive, aerospace, electronics and healthcare, offering solutions that meet regulatory requirements and sustainability standards in diverse geographies. Through its specialist brands, Saint-Gobain provides insulation materials under the ISOVER and CertainTeed names, ceramic and abrasive products via Norton, and high-performance solutions for industrial applications including refractories and petrochemical components.
Founded in 1665 under the reign of Louis XIV, Compagnie de Saint-Gobain began as a royal mirror manufacturer and has evolved into one of the world’s oldest and largest players in the building materials sector. Over centuries, the group expanded beyond its traditional glassmaking roots to encompass a wide array of construction materials and advanced industrial products. Today, Saint-Gobain leverages decades of research and development to drive innovations in sustainable materials, circular economy initiatives and low-carbon construction solutions.
Guided by a commitment to environmental stewardship and industrial excellence, the company invests in digitalization and advanced manufacturing technologies to enhance product performance and reduce waste. With a global workforce and R&D presence in key regions, Saint-Gobain continues to support architects, builders and industrial clients in delivering safer, more energy-efficient and resilient infrastructure around the world.
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