COMPAGNIE DE SAINT GOBAIN Business Summary

Compagnie de Saint-Gobain (CODGF) is a global leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of high-performance materials and solutions for the construction and industrial markets. The company generates revenue primarily through the transaction-based sale of building products, including glass, insulation, gypsum, roofing, and construction chemicals. As of early 2026, the Group operates through a decentralized, country-based organizational structure divided into four primary geographic regions—Northern Europe, Southern Europe-Middle East & Africa, the Americas, and Asia-Pacific—complemented by a dedicated Industrial Solutions segment. Saint-Gobain distinguishes itself through its "Lead & Grow" 2026-2030 strategy, focusing on decarbonization and sustainable construction. It maintains a dominant market position against key competitors such as CRH, Rockwool, and James Hardie, leveraging its massive scale and integrated distribution networks to outperform in high-growth markets like India and Southeast Asia. Originally founded in 1665 as the Manufacture royale des glaces, the company is currently led by Chairman and CEO Benoit Bazin, an alumnus of École Polytechnique and MIT with a background in the French Treasury. The executive leadership team includes Group COO Patrick Dupin, who oversees the Group’s expertise platforms, and CFO Maud Thuaudet, who transitioned from the Thales Group to lead Saint-Gobain’s financial strategy in 2025. Nicolas Miègeville serves as Chief Technology Officer, bringing over two decades of industrial experience from his previous tenure as CEO of Saint-Gobain Ceramics. The Board of Directors features high-profile independent members, including Lead Independent Director Jean-François Cirelli, Danone CEO Antoine de Saint-Affrique, and Stora Enso CEO Hans Sohlström, ensuring robust corporate governance and strategic alignment with global industrial trends.