economy
Eternit doubles its production capacity with three-layer technology and creates a supply chain with recyclers
Eternit Colombiana S.A. invested USD $3.5 million in technology. Photo: Courtesy
TL;DR
- Eternit invested USD $3.5 million in technology for its Barranquilla and Yumbo plants.
- The investment aims to double production capacity and launch two new architectural roofing products made from 100% recycled polypropylene.
- The company is building a supply chain by purchasing recovered material from local recyclers.
- Eternit's strategic shift focuses on sustainable materials and lightweight construction, moving beyond its traditional fibrocement products.
- The new polypropylene roofing can reduce interior building temperatures by up to 10 degrees and significantly reduces noise transmission.
- Concerns for the Colombian construction sector include housing deficits, changes in subsidy policies (like Mi Casa Ya), and high interest rates affecting credit access.
- Eternit also plans expansions for its Eterboard (drywall) and polyethylene water storage tanks.