Global construction and sustainable solutions leader, Saint-Gobain, has inaugurated a new construction chemicals manufacturing unit in Ras Al Khaimah.
The facility reinforces the company’s long-term commitment to the UAE market while expanding its regional product range and production capabilities.
Located in RAKEZ’s Al Ghail Industrial Zone and developed across 15,000 m², 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.
With a monthly production capacity of more than 10,000 tons, the plant serves customers across the UAE, while laying the foundation for further expansion through additional production lines and increased storage capacity.
Ramy Jallad Group CEO – RAKEZ
“Saint-Gobain’s new set-up marks another significant milestone for Ras Al Khaimah’s industrial sector and reflects the steady momentum the emirate continues to see in construction-related industries. Manufacturers today are looking for environments where they can scale efficiently, operate with confidence, and stay closely connected to their markets. At RAKEZ, we continue to strengthen the infrastructure, services, and industrial environment needed to support that growth journey over the long term.”
Strategic location and RAKEZ support drive Saint-Gobain expansion
Gulf Countries CEO of Saint-Gobain, Emmanuel Jacquot, said that, “As the world-wide leader in light and sustainable construction, we are completing our industrial set-up with our new plant of Construction Chemicals in Ras Al Khaimah. This new facility reflects our trust in the UAE’s long-term vision. 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.”
Commenting on why the company chose Ras Al Khaimah, he further noted that, “Our decision to establish operations in Ras Al Khaimah was driven by its strategic location, enabling greater customer proximity and faster, more responsive service to the Northern Emirates construction sites. This complements our existing large-scale manufacturing hubs in Abu Dhabi and Dubai, allowing Saint-Gobain to expand our reach and deliver more efficiently across the UAE.”
“Ras Al Khaimah, and RAKEZ in particular, provided the right environment for this expansion—with strong industrial infrastructure, ease of doing business, and seamless establishment support. This has enabled us to develop a facility that aligns with our production and supply chain requirements while bringing us closer to our customers,” Jacquot added.
