New factory opens in Ecuador
Sika has inaugurated a new mortar factory in Quito. The globally active speciality chemicals company for construction and industry is counting on benefiting from the growing construction activity in Ecuador. Sika produces mortar and tile adhesives in Ecuador.
Sika AG is expanding its presence in Ecuador. In addition to its existing site in the economic area of Guayaquil, the globally active speciality chemicals company for construction and industry opened a second factory for mortar in Quito on 3 April, Sika announced in a press release. With the new site in the Ecuadorian capital, the company aims to optimise its nationwide supply chain through shorter transport routes and lower CO2 emissions.
Sika also hopes to benefit from the growing construction activity in Ecuador. “Our new plant in Quito comes at a crucial time as construction activity in Ecuador is recovering strongly,” said Mike Champion, Regional Manager Americas at Sika, in the press release. “Sika is well positioned to supply the growing markets in the north and south of the country with high-quality, innovative solutions to meet the increasing demand.” According to the press release, Sika has already established a leading position in Ecuador in the distribution of tile adhesives and mortars.