Polymatiz, a resident of Alabuga Special Economic Zone, has launched Russia’s first production line for Polispan GCTM (geocomposite and textured membrane), a reinforced geocomposite membrane. This unique production unit enables the company to manufacture a cutting-edge material designed for use in road construction and industrial infrastructure.
In addition, nonwoven materials’ factory was recently named Exporter of the Year among enterprises in the Republic of Tatarstan for 2024. The company was selected as one of 13 winners from among 249 applicants representing small and medium-sized businesses across the region. According to company representatives, the award reflects Polymatiz’s strong commitment to high product and service quality standards.
Operating in Alabuga SEZ since 2007, Polymatiz has increased its annual production capacity to 17,000 tons. By the end of 2024, cumulative investment in the company’s operations reached 1.69 billion rubles. Over the past 15 years, the factory has successfully leveraged the full range of benefits offered by the special economic zone.
Alabuga itself is a full-cycle partner, providing best industrial, construction, HR and social infrastructure. The zone hosts 43 high-tech, import-substituting manufacturers — leaders in their respective industries. To date, over 25,000 jobs have been created within the SEZ, with total investments reaching 183 billion rubles and resident companies generating 238 billion rubles in revenue.
