In 2007, the Group began to produce isostatic graphite blocks at its new Chongqing plant, in central China. This facility will enable the Group to establish ideal positions in the fast- growing Asian markets, notably in fine chemicals, pharmaceuticals, electronics and solar energy. This new plant represents a considerable advantage for Mersen.
Aside from its industrial performance, the Group was able to rise successfully to this major challenge owing to the entrepreneurial spirit of its employees and its multi-cultural management expertise. This project, which was coordinated by a French project leader and a Chinese project manager, illustrates the Group’s ability to pool the expertise of divisions’ technical experts and local teams.
In line with its respect of people policy and its positioning as a good corporate citizen, Mersen has undertaken to contribute to the region’s economic and social development. In the longer term, more than 100 employees are likely to be hired, large-scale qualification and technical training programs have been set up, and almost all the employees will be able to take French or English language classes.