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  • New branch strengthens presence in Central Asia

    New branch strengthens presence in Central Asia

    Sika is expanding its presence in Central Asia with a new subsidiary in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan. According to a press release, the aim of the new branch is to increase customer proximity in the region and improve regional market access for the company.

    One of the reasons for the expansion into Kyrgyzstan is the positive economic outlook for the former Soviet republic. Forecasts predict annual growth in gross domestic product of up to 7 per cent until 2030, according to the press release. Growth drivers in the construction sector include large-scale industrial construction projects as well as infrastructure and energy investments, which further emphasise the strategic importance of Central Asia for Sika.

    “The local organisation in Kyrgyzstan complements our existing activities in Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan and strengthens our regional network in Central Asia. This creates a basis for the targeted further development of our market position in the region and for further growth,” Christoph Ganz, Regional Head EMEA at Sika, is quoted as saying.

    The construction chemicals group Sika focuses on the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing and protecting in construction and industry. With the opening of the Kyrgyz site, the company is expanding its global network to 103 national subsidiaries. The company generated sales of CHF 11.20 billion in 2025.

  • New plant strengthens construction chemicals production in Central Asia

    New plant strengthens construction chemicals production in Central Asia

    Sika AG is continuing its growth course in Kazakhstan with the commissioning of a new production site. The plant is located in the city of Ust-Kamenogorsk in the east of the country and combines production lines for mortar and concrete additives and a laboratory.

    According to a press release, it is the fourth plant for Sika specialty chemical products for construction and industry. There is a high level of construction activity in the region. The mining industry in particular is experiencing strong growth. Local companies in the chemical, energy and automotive sectors are also expanding. As a result, the demand for residential buildings is increasing.

    The construction chemicals company has announced that it will also be involved in major projects. Kazakhstan is one of the most resource-rich countries in the world. Forecasts predict annual growth of 4.2 percent for the construction industry in Kazakhstan until 2028. The drivers are investments in energy projects, water reservoirs, transport infrastructure and industrial parks. According to estimates, the volume of construction projects across the country amounts to 160 billion Swiss francs.