These expansions aim to strengthen Sika's global presence, enhance local production capabilities, and meet the growing demand in key construction markets.
Sika, the renowned specialty chemicals company, announced on June 18, a significant expansion of its global manufacturing capabilities with new investments in China, Brazil, and Morocco. This move underscore Sika's unwavering commitment to its "Local-for-Local" strategy, aiming to bolster local production, leverage global expertise, and drive sustainable innovation to better serve its customers worldwide.
The expansion comes as Sika continues to execute its robust growth strategy, strengthening its presence in key burgeoning markets and establishing a solid foundation for future development. These site enhancements are part of a broader initiative to deepen market penetration and ensure that Sika's production capacities are precisely aligned with the evolving needs of its regional clientele.
In the rapidly urbanizing region of Suzhou, China, Sika has substantially extended its existing facility. This upgraded plant is strategically positioned to support China's significant urban development, catering to a metropolitan area home to over 12 million residents. The specialized facility will focus on producing high-viscosity polyurethane technologies.
These advanced bonding and sealing solutions are crucial for the automotive, construction, and industrial sectors, contributing to enhanced durability, performance, and design flexibility in critical applications. China's construction market is forecast to grow over 4.0% annually through to 2028, with substantial investments in infrastructure, green energy, and high-tech manufacturing set to transform the industry.
Across Latin America, Sika has reinforced its presence in Brazil by expanding its facility near Belo Horizonte. This expansion introduces admixture production, extending Sika's reach into one of Brazil's most vital industrial hubs. Located in Minas Gerais, which stands as Brazil's largest concrete-producing state and a significant center for the mining sector, the augmented facility will provide critical support to key customers in the ready-mix concrete, cement, and mining industries.
Furthermore, Sika has made a pivotal investment in the EMEA region with the inauguration of a new mortar and admixtures plant near Agadir, Morocco. This facility is located to serve Morocco's southern region and neighboring markets, equipped with cutting-edge production technologies designed to address the escalating demand for construction materials in this rapidly developing area.
Sika’s proactive investments are well-aligned with the long-term growth trajectories anticipated in these dynamic construction markets, ensuring the company is optimally positioned to meet future demand with localized, responsive solutions.
