BFG in Africa

In 2018, The Mergence Group, an esteemed diversified African holding company, acquired a 51% stake in BFG International Composites (Africa). The remaining shares are held by BFG International, headquartered in Bahrain.

With demand for composites rising across Africa, BFG Africa is strategically positioned to capitalise on the continent's growth opportunities. By actively expanding in sectors like transportation, automotive, renewable energy, mining, infrastructure, and architecture, BFG Africa aims to meet Africa's need for composite materials and become a leader in the industry.

State-of-the-Art Facility

Spanning 9,500 square metres, BFG Africa's state-of-the-art facility exemplifies lean manufacturing with its skilled workers and top-tier equipment. Since its inauguration in June 2018, the plant performs a wide range of FRP processes including open contact moulding, resin transfer moulding, press moulding, vacuum infusion, sheet moulding compound, and painting. This enables BFG Africa to provide full-service advanced composite solutions.

BFG Africa's advanced capabilities include two substantial 1,500-ton presses and an in-house sheet moulding composite (SMC) production line. The SMC products meet strict fire and smoke standards while maintaining exceptional dimensional accuracy -- ideal for the railway and automotive sectors. These industry-leading presses enable BFG Africa to produce high-quality composites that adhere to the most demanding quality benchmarks.

Driving Localisation and Innovation in South African Rail

BFG Africa is proud to share its localisation success story as a Tier 1 supplier for Alstom and Gibela's state-of-the-art rail transport project. Under an initial contract with the Gibela Rail Transport Consortium, BFG Africa supplies interior cladding for 600 commuter trains being manufactured for South Africa's Passenger Rail Agency (PRASA) over a 10-year period.

This partnership demonstrates BFG Africa's ongoing commitment to excellence, innovation and community empowerment. By bringing world-class manufacturing capabilities to South Africa, BFG Africa is shaping the future of rail transportation while creating jobs and opportunities that uplift communities.

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