The Swiss firm Sika has opened a new construction chemicals production plant in Bibra Lake near Perth paving the way for future growth in Western Australia. The new site will increase capacities for concrete admixtures and synthetic fibers, improve finished goods warehousing and logistics and accommodate future mortar production facilities.
The new Bibra Lake site will strengthen Sika's presence on Australia's west coast and lay the foundations for further growth in this region. The facility combines two existing plants and three regional warehouses that had reached the limit of their capacity.
Heinz Gisel, regional manager Asia-Pacific, Sika, said, “The new production and logistic site on the Australian west coast will allow us to optimise manufacturing processes and logistics, capitalize on synergy potential and increase production volumes. By developing and expanding the product portfolio, we are responding to the strong demand from our customers in Western Australia and consequently implement our Strategy 2018.”
Over the last five years, Sika has experienced strong double-digit organic growth in Australia. In addition, it acquired two local companies - Radmix Resources in 2013 and CTA in 2015.