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Groupe SEB is first and foremost an industrial operator with an ultra-efficient and well established global production base

that is integral to its strategy for value creation. With more than 60% of products manufactured internally, its business model

is underpinned by continued responsible investment worldwide, in order to meet regional consumer requirements as closely

as possible.

THE INDUSTRIAL EXCELLENCE

DRIVING GROUPE SEB

A REINDUSTRIALIZATION DYNAMIC

With its extensive local footprint, the Group can be

responsive, competitive and close to all the markets in

which it operates. This strategy of industrial integration

is a true mark of agility and resilience.

• In France and Europe

More than half of the Group’s industrial facilities are located

in Europe, including 11 in France. A unique position with high

competitive stakes.

Vernon (FRA)

Starting of the very first production line of cordless upright

vacuum cleaners in France, whose main plastic parts are

also injection-molded on site. This innovative line provides

greater flexibility, better workplace ergonomics and

higher quality thanks to the introduction of a combined-

task workstation: the differentiating components are

prepared in a kit for the operator, who is then able to

assemble the vacuum cleaner in under three minutes.

Production at the Vernon factory should increase by

around 40% over the course of 2024.

Pont-Évêque (FRA)

Groupe SEB’s global flagship for Linen Care, the

Pont-Évêque facility has bounced back to meet robust post-

Covid demand thanks to a strong increase in production

capacity. Major investments were made at the site to

maintain its competitive advantage and competitiveness:

the purchase of several plastics molds for small and large

parts, as well as replacement of injection presses with more

efficient and less energy-intensive models.

Zuchwil (CHE)

The birthplace of Schaerer professional coffee machines

the site recorded an increase in volume of more than 35

in 2023 to meet strong growth in demand After a difficult

period during the Covid pandemic the Professional market

is bouncing back with a considerable upturn in installed units

particularly in the United States and China

In close contact with the worlds markets

The rollout of production bases throughout the world offers

a crucial continental approach to be close to consumers

Cajicá COL

The Cajicáfactory mainly supplies local markets with

ventilation and food preparation products In response

to the strong trend for air fryers a new model is being

produced initially 35 liters and soon 5 liters The site

has been implementing a transformation plan since 2022

to optimize processes areas and flows including the

replacement of injection presses to significantly reduce

energy use and boost productivity

where commitment meets excellence