Company DescriptionCompagnie de Saint-Gobain S.A. designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and solutions for wellbeing worldwide. It operates through five segments: High Performance Solutions; Northern Europe; Southern Europe - Middle East (ME) & Africa; Americas; and Asia-Pacific. The company offers glazing solutions for buildings and cars under the Saint-Gobain, GlassSolutions, Vetrotech, and SageGlass brands; plaster-based products for construction and renovation markets under the Placo, Rigips, and Gyproc brands; ceilings under the Ecophon, CertainTeed, Eurocoustic, Sonex, or Vinh Tuong brands; and insulation solutions for a range of applications, such as construction, engine compartments, vehicle interiors, household appliances, and photovoltaic panels under the Isover, CertainTeed, and Izocam brands. It also offers mortars and building chemicals under the Weber brand; exterior products comprising asphalt and composite shingles, roll roofing systems, and accessories; and pipes under the PAM brand, as well as designs, imports, and distributes instant adhesives, sealants, and silicones. In addition, the company provides interior systems, interior and exterior insulation, cladding, floor coverings, façades and lightweight structures, waterproofing, roofing solutions, pre-assembly, and prefabrication solutions; high performance materials; glass for buildings; plasterboard; and interior glass products. Further, it distributes heavy building materials; plumbing, heating, and sanitary products; timbers and panels; civil engineering products; ceramic tiles; and site equipment and tools. The company was founded in 1665 and is headquartered in Courbevoie, France.
How the Company Makes MoneySaint-Gobain generates revenue through several key streams, primarily from the sale of construction materials and solutions. The company's diversified portfolio allows it to cater to various sectors, including residential, commercial, and industrial markets. Key revenue streams include the production and supply of insulation materials, glass products, and construction systems, which are sold through both direct channels and a vast distribution network. Additionally, Saint-Gobain engages in partnerships with construction firms, architects, and contractors, enhancing its market reach and collaborative projects. The company's emphasis on sustainability and energy-efficient solutions further positions it to capitalize on the growing demand for eco-friendly construction practices, contributing significantly to its earnings.