Feb 8 2007
Lafarge today announced that, as part of its joint venture with Boral, Lafarge Boral Gypsum in Asia (LBGA), two new plasterboard factories are to be built in Asia, one in Chengdu in China’s Sichuan province, the other close to New Delhi, Rajasthan, India.
These two plants, which are expected to begin production in the first quarter of 2008, will represent total investment of US$28M, with capacity of nearly 10 million m² each.
These new factories, located in the heart of fast-growing markets, will enable the Group significantly to strengthen its presence in the high-potential markets of India and southwest China.
The solutions chosen, which combine high quality, modern design and respect for the environment, are key strengths for the continued long-term growth of the Group.