Symmetrica completes €15 million factory in Vrancea
Symmetrica, the Romanian producer of vibro-pressed paving stones and kerbs, has completed its second factory within the Doaga industrial centre in Vrancea County.
Symmetrica, the Romanian producer of vibro-pressed paving stones and kerbs, has completed its second factory within the Doaga industrial centre in Vrancea County.
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Replacing fossil-based raw materials with recycled and renewable ones supports the circular economy and decreases tires' carbon footprint.
On February 1, 2025, Cemacon, the market leader of ceramic blocks in Romania, finalizes the merger process with Euro Caramida.
Focus in 2025 on expanding the network, a new factory in Târgu Neamț, team reorganization, new products, digitalization.
Turnover was approximately RON 231 million in the first nine months of the year.
This investment project will triple production capacity and lead to reduced electricity consumption and carbon footprint.
The new 21,000 sqm facility will feature state-of-the-art manufacturing technologies, attractive offices and an employee canteen.

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