Saint-Gobain has completed the divestment of two distribution businesses, SFIC Belgium and Tumelero in Brazil, as part of its ongoing strategy to further strengthen its business profile under the company’s “Lead & Grow” plan.
Divestment of SFIC Belgium
The company finalized the sale of SFIC Belgium on November 3, 2025.
SFIC Belgium specializes in distributing construction materials, particularly plasterboard, insulation and ceiling systems.
Key figures:
- Annual sales: €75 million
- Employees: 123
- Network: 10 branches across Belgium
Divestment of Tumelero in Brazil
On December 1, 2025, Saint-Gobain also completed the divestment of Tumelero, a retail chain focused on construction materials with a significant presence in southern Brazil.
Key figures:
- Operations: 16 stores and 1 logistics center in Rio Grande do Sul
- Employees: 580
- Annual sales: €40 million
Strategic Context
These divestments align with Saint-Gobain’s broader ambition to optimize its portfolio, concentrate on high-performing business segments and accelerate growth in areas that reinforce its leadership in sustainable construction.
About Saint-Gobain
Saint-Gobain is a global leader in light and sustainable construction, designing, manufacturing and distributing materials and solutions for the construction and industrial sectors. Its offerings support building renovation, light construction and industrial decarbonization, backed by continuous innovation.
Highlights:
- €46.6 billion in 2024 sales
- More than 161,000 employees across 80 countries
- Committed to achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050
- Celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025
