Mapei is the world-leading multinational specalised in the production of adhesives and chemical products for the building industry.

Founded in 1937 in Milan, Mapei is the world's largest manufacturer of adhesives for the construction industry. Over the past 70 years Mapei has started an internationalisation strategy to include manufacturing facilities all over the world ensuring local needs for all customers and reducing transportation costs.

The Group now counts 63 subsidiaries with 56 production facilities in over 25 countries and 5 continents.

In addition Mapei has invested significantly in research and development in order to both produce the most technically advanced materials and to meet the safety standards and regulations for individual countries and provide professional technical assistance for construction professionals worldwide.

Mapei has always placed great emphasis on research. In fact, the Group invests 12% of its company’s total work-force and 5% of its turnover in R&D; in particular, 70% of its R&D efforts are directed to develop eco-sustainable and environmentally friendly products which meet LEED requirements. Furthermore, Mapei has developed a sales and technical service network with offices all over the world and offers an efficient Technical Assistance Service that is valued by architects, engineers, contractors and owners.