Saint-Gobain Gyproc Enlists K inventory for Plasterboard Recycling Program in the United Arab Emirates.

Dubai, February 2025 

K inventory, the French software company specializing in asset management and equipment lifecycle optimization, today announces that Gyproc, a subsidiary of the Saint-Gobain Group and a global leader in plaster building solutions, has selected K inventory to improve the traceability of its plasterboard recycling service in the United Arab Emirates.

The United Arab Emirates, as the host of COP28, is strongly involved in implementing concrete actions for a more sustainable construction industry, such as regulations now requiring all new buildings to integrate at least 15% of recycled materials.

In this context, and given the scale of construction and demolition waste in the country, which represents 60 to 80% of total waste (compared to 40% globally), Saint-Gobain Gyproc has decided to strengthen its recycling commitment in the United Arab Emirates. To do this, the company has chosen the K inventory solution, an asset management specialist, to optimize and expand its plasterboard recycling service: Gyproc plasterboard recycling service.

Saint-Gobain Gyproc's ambition is clear: to significantly grow its plasterboard recycling activity. The service plans to quadruple the volume of waste processed, from 500 tons in 2024 to 2,000 tons in 2025. This expansion will be accompanied by an increase in the number of partner companies, from 15 to 50, and a presence on around 200 construction sites. This rapid growth naturally creates increased complexity, with more stakeholders, sites, and types of waste to manage.

To address this complexity and ensure controlled expansion, Saint-Gobain Gyproc has chosen K inventory to optimize the waste recovery process on construction sites, as explained by Dorian Bomble, Head of Marketing & Specification: “What has made our Gyproc plasterboard recycling service successful is the management of the drop-off and recovery of recycling bags. The K inventory solution has demonstrated its maturity in inventory management and equipment lifecycle management with a simple, intuitive solution that could be quickly customized to our context. This solution will allow us to effectively manage the growth of this service and control the traceability of our waste bags.”

Thanks to the K inventory solution, Saint-Gobain Gyproc's teams and clients can notably:

• Identify sources of recyclable plaster among their clients and optimize collection processes.
• Track in real time the steps leading to plaster recycling, using contactless technologies. From production to collection to use on construction sites, each stage of the plaster lifecycle is precisely tracked.
• Generate accurate reports on the quantities of plaster recycled and highlight collective efforts in circular economy.

As Mohamed KADRI, CEO of K inventory, explains, this choice demonstrates K inventory's expertise in asset management and its commitment to innovation and a more circular economy: “This partnership perfectly illustrates how our K inventory solution can be used to support a more responsible and sustainable economy, while providing precise, real-time traceability of operations.”

About K inventory:

K inventory is a French SaaS software company that aims to combat material waste. The solution is aimed at companies of all sizes and in all sectors of activity, and simplifies asset management and the optimization of their lifecycle. It notably enables, thanks to contactless technologies and connected objects, the efficient management of inventory, movement tracking, maintenance, and end-of-life of equipment.

Beyond recycling with Gyproc, K inventory is a true ally for public or private organizations wishing to adopt a responsible approach to material management.

About Saint-Gobain Gyproc:

Gyproc, a subsidiary of the Saint-Gobain Group, is a global leader in plaster building solutions. The company offers a wide range of products and systems for walls, ceilings, and partitions, helping to create comfortable, efficient, and sustainable buildings.