H.B. Fuller opens strategic manufacturing hub in Ras Al Khaimah to serve MENA region

Zawya

20-05-2025

Ras Al Khaimah: H.B. Fuller, a leading global pureplay adhesives provider, officially launched its new regional manufacturing facility in Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ), reinforcing its commitment to innovation, sustainability, and growth across the Middle East and North Africa.
The inauguration, attended by RAKEZ Managing Director Sheikh Mohammed bin Humaid Al Qasimi, H.B. Fuller President and CEO Celeste Mastin, and over 50 key partners and suppliers, marked a major milestone in the company's regional expansion strategy.
Located in RAKEZ's Al Hamra Industrial Zone, the 15,000 m² facility is equipped with advanced process control systems, modern mixing equipment, and bulk storage tanks. It is purpose-built to produce high-performance adhesives and sealants for construction applications such as building envelopes, roofing, infrastructure, and mechanical systems—while offering flexibility for future growth.
'The inauguration of our new manufacturing facility in the United Arab Emirates marks a significant milestone in our journey to support the region's dynamic construction sector,' said Celeste Mastin, president and CEO of H.B. Fuller. 'Strategically located to serve our customers more efficiently, this facility underscores our long-term commitment to the Middle East. We are proud to manufacture in the region, for the region — delivering high-performance, reliable, and future-ready solutions.'
Ras Al Khaimah's strategic location, robust infrastructure, and business-friendly environment were key factors in H.B. Fuller's decision to establish its regional base in the emirate. The move enhances supply chain efficiency and supports the company's global strategy to build resilience and expand in high-growth markets.
RAKEZ Group CEO Ramy Jallad said, 'H.B. Fuller's milestone is also a clear reflection of the confidence international manufacturers have in Ras Al Khaimah. With manufacturing contributing around 30% to the emirate's GDP, our industrial sector is a key pillar of economic growth and diversification. We've built a thriving ecosystem that's home to a wide range of manufacturers across multiple sectors—from construction materials to advanced technologies—making Ras Al Khaimah an ideal launchpad for businesses looking to serve the broader MENA region. At RAKEZ, we're focused on enabling that growth by offering tailored support, efficient set-up processes, and a business-friendly environment that empowers global companies to succeed. We're excited to support H.B. Fuller as they bring advanced manufacturing capabilities to MENA.'
The launch highlights Ras Al Khaimah's growing popularity as a destination of choice for industrial investment, offering 100% foreign ownership, competitive tax benefits, and development costs up to 10% lower than the regional average. These advantages have helped position Ras Al Khaimah as one of the most industrialised Emirates in the UAE, where manufacturing now contributes to one-third of the emirate's GDP. As RAKEZ continues to attract world-class manufacturers, it further strengthens the emirate's reputation as a future-ready hub for sustainable growth and industrial excellence.
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Cleo Eleazar, Public Relations & Events Manager, RAKEZ
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About Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ):
RAKEZ is a powerhouse business and industrial hub established by the Government of Ras Al Khaimah in the United Arab Emirates. It currently hosts over 30,000 companies coming from over 100+ countries and operating in more than 50 industries.
RAKEZ offers entrepreneurs, startups, SMEs and manufacturers a wide-range of solutions, including free zone and non-free zone licences, customisable facilities, and first-class services provided in a one-stop shop. Furthermore, RAKEZ has specialised zones that are tailored to specific needs of investors: Al Nakheel and Al Hamra Business Zones for commercial and service companies; Al Ghail, Al Hamra and Al Hulaila Industrial Zones for manufacturers and industrialists; and an Academic Zone for educational providers.
A leading economic zone, RAKEZ aims to continue attracting diversified investment opportunities that will contribute to the economic growth of Ras Al Khaimah.
About H.B. Fuller:
As the largest pureplay adhesives company in the world, H.B. Fuller's (NYSE: FUL) innovative, functional coatings, adhesives and sealants enhance the quality, safety and performance of products people use every day. Founded in 1887, with 2024 revenue of $3.6 billion, our mission to Connect What Matters is brought to life by more than 7,500 global team members who collaborate with customers across more than 30 market segments in over 140 countries to develop highly specified solutions that enable customers to bring world-changing innovations to their end markets. Learn more at www.hbfuller.com.