Saint-Gobain Research Shanghai (SGRS) is one of eight transversal R&D centers within the Saint-Gobain Group. Strategically located in the Minhang Development Zone and adjacent to several production plants, SGRS plays a pivotal role in supporting Saint-Gobain’s growth across the Asia-Pacific region. The center provides robust R&D and innovation services to a wide array of businesses, including plasters, cements, construction chemicals, performance polymer solutions, automotive glazing, abrasives, ceramics, and more. Several of its technology platforms are unique within the Group, actively contributing to global business advancement
SGRS brings together a multidisciplinary team of technical experts, with proven capabilities in rapid response to business needs, advanced scientific research and analysis, continuous product innovation and cutting-edge technology exploration. Equipped with state-of-the-art scientific instruments, the center conducts research across a broad spectrum of fields such as material science, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, building physics, grinding, coating, modeling, smart manufacturing, sensor technology, digitalization and artificial intelligence. In close partnership with the businesses it serves, SGRS consistently develops new products and secures invention patents each year.
The SGRS building was designed by Arte Charpentier. The green certifications of the Phase II building underscore our commitment to creating a safe, healthy, and environmentally responsible workplace. All resources and competencies at the center are fully aligned with Saint-Gobain’s mission to integrate growth with sustainability and to “Make The World A Better Home.”
SGRS offers dynamic career development opportunities and continuous engagement with international teams across the Saint-Gobain global R&D network.
