Since entering India in 1996, Saint-Gobain has established itself as a leader in all major businesses and experienced substantial and profitable growth. With 78 manufacturing sites (nearly all of which are ISO 14000 and OHSAS 18000 certified), Saint-Gobain employs over 9,500 employees in India. In 2023, the company's sales reached approximately 133 BINR, underscoring the immense growth potential the Indian market offers Saint-Gobain.
Saint-Gobain's presence in India is comprised of two major entities: Grindwell Norton Limited (GNO), a publicly traded company, and Saint-Gobain India Pvt. Ltd. (SGI).
The following businesses are present in India,
Regional Businesses: Glass and Glass Solutions, Home and Hospitality and GIM (Gypsum, Insulation and Mortars)
Global Businesses (which are part of the High-Performance Solutions Division since Jan 2019): Abrasives, Adhesives, Sekurit (automotive glazing), Ceramic Materials (Silicon Carbide, Performance Ceramics and Refractories, SEFPRO), ADFORS, Performance Plastics and Construction Chemicals (Chryso)
Other Businesses: Digital and IT (INDEC and INDEC 4.0)