What SARPLAST does

SARPLAST (legal entity: Gruppo Sarplast S.r.l.) is an Italian privately held industrial manufacturer of Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes, fittings, and related production equipment, headquartered and operating from a 140,000 m² facility in Santa Luce, Pisa, Italy. Founded in the early 1980s (with roots dating to the 1970s) and employing over 100 people, the company has more than 40 years of experience serving oil & gas, chemical, power, desalination, water management, shipbuilding, civil infrastructure, deep water well, and subsea customers in over 25 countries, with stated emphasis on emerging markets in Africa, Asia, and South America.

The core technology is GRP pipe manufacturing using a family of proprietary production lines developed in-house: a Discontinuous Wrap (DW) line for pipes up to DN 3000, a Continuous Wire Tube (CW) line for pipes up to DN 4000, an Automated CAM line for high-mechanical-characteristic tubes up to DN 1000, and Modular MT4/MT6 and Tank/Mobile Maxi Tank configurations, all driven by internally developed design software. Sarplast also offers a unique set of worldwide joining systems for large diameters (Bell and Spigot with or without locking key, Sleeve, Laminate, Adhesive) and the products carry multiple third-party certifications for potable water (NSF, WRAS, KIWA, DWI) and fire-fighting systems (Factory Mutual Research, MAFIRE). The portfolio spans GRP pipes and fittings, casings/screens/risers for water wells, shipbuilding piping, and trenchless solutions (no-dig, relining, pipe bursting, jacking pipe/microtunneling), with annual production capacity of 15,000 tons and four DN 50–DN 3000 discontinuous lines.

Revenue is generated through four streams: (1) direct hardware sales of GRP pipes, fittings, joints, casings, screens, shipbuilding pipes, and trenchless products to enterprise customers in heavy industry and infrastructure; (2) sale of proprietary GRP production lines and machines carrying the Sarplast brand with software and commercial support; (3) know-how and technology transfer / licensing agreements that enable international partners to manufacture pipes locally under the Sarplast brand and certifications in markets where European export is uncompetitive; and (4) engineering and project services including stress analysis (Caesar II), surge/water hammer analysis (Pipenet), FEM analysis, hydraulic calculations, project management, prefabrication, and on-site assistance. Go-to-market is sales-led, project-based, and concentrated on enterprise buyers (named projects include Veolia/Az Zour South, Daewoo/Oman Sur, Seli/Monte Lirio, Olkiluoto nuclear in Finland, Ansaldo in Italy, and power/desalination installations across the Gulf), with the company positioning itself as a specialist in corrosion-resistant large-diameter GRP piping rather than competing on commodity pipe price.

Name

SARPLAST

Legal name

Gruppo Sarplast S.r.l.

Website

https://sarplast.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

SARPLAST is an Italian manufacturer of Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes, fittings, joint systems, and proprietary production lines, serving enterprise customers in oil & gas, power, desalination, chemical, water management, and civil infrastructure across more than 25 countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Piping Systems

NAICS

Plastics Pipe and Pipe Fitting Manufacturing (326122), Boiler, Tank, and Shipping Container Manufacturing (3324)

SIC

Gaskets, Packg & Sealg Devices & Rubber & Plastics Hose (3050), Water, Sewer, Pipeline, Comm & Power Line Construction (1623), Construction Machinery & Equip (3531)

akta.pro primary industry

FRP/GRP & Composite Materials (Resins, Fibers, Core Materials) (IMAJAKAC)

akta.pro secondary industries

Industrial Process & Chemical-Resistant Pipe Systems (CPVC/PVDF/PP) (IMANADAF), Stormwater Drainage & Culvert Systems (IMANADAH), Pipes & Tubing (Metal, Plastic & Composite) (IMADALAC)

Keywords

• Fiberglass reinforced plastic pipes
• GRP pipe manufacturing
• Industrial piping systems
• Pipe fittings production
• Corrosion resistant piping

Headquarters

HQ city

Santa Luce

HQ country

Italy

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Personnel, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. GRP Pipes and Fittings Manufacturing: Design, manufacturing and supply of Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes and fittings. Products include pipes, fittings, joints, casings, screens and risers for water wells, shipbuilding pipes and fittings.
2. GRP Production Lines and Machines: Sale of GRP pipes and tanks production lines, including DW Line, CW Line, Automated CAM Line, and Modular Lines. Machines are sold with Sarplast brand and commercial support.
3. Know-How and Technology Licensing: Sale of know-how and technology abroad in markets where export from Europe is not competitive. License agreements enabling local production with Sarplast brand, certifications, and commercial support.
4. Engineering Services: Technical support during all phases of projects including stress analysis, surge analysis, F.E.M. analysis, hydraulic calculations, and detail design services.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

SARPLAST designs, manufactures, and supplies Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes, fittings, and joints for industrial and civil infrastructure applications including oil & gas, chemical, power, desalination, water management, shipbuilding, and subsea projects. The company also produces GRP pipe and tank manufacturing equipment, offers engineering services (stress/surge analysis, hydraulic calculations), and licenses its know-how and technology to international partners for local production.

Product overview

SARPLAST is an international Group with 40+ years of experience in the design, manufacturing, and supply of Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes and fittings. The product portfolio centers on GRP piping systems as the core offering, complemented by fittings, joints, and specialty products for water wells and shipbuilding. The company also provides trenchless technology solutions including no-dig, relining, pipe bursting, and jacking pipe products. Manufacturing equipment (production lines for pipes and tanks) and technology transfer packages are offered to enable global production. Engineering services including stress analysis, surge analysis, and project management support complete the offering. The products serve sectors including oil and gas, chemicals, water management, power, desalination, and civil infrastructure.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Fiberglass Pipes (GRP) Glass-fiber Reinforced Plastic (GRP) pipes for industrial and civil applications, offering corrosion resistance, light weight, and long service life.
• GRP Fittings GRP pipe fittings designed to complement the pipe product line for complete piping system solutions.
• GRP Joints Joining systems including Bell and Spigot joints for quick and efficient pipe assembly.
• GRP Casings, Screens and Risers for Water Wells GRP casings and screens designed for deep water wells, with extensive know-how developed for engineering and production.
• Pipes and Fittings for Shipbuilding GRP piping solutions specifically designed for marine and shipbuilding applications.
• No-dig Technology Trenchless installation technology enabling pipe replacement and repair without excavation.
• Relining Pipe rehabilitation solution using GRP lining technology for infrastructure renewal.
• Pipe Bursting Trenchless pipe replacement technology that bursts existing pipes while installing new GRP pipes.
• Jacking Pipe Pipes designed for pipe jacking and microtunneling installation methods.
• Machines and GRP Production Lines Production lines including DW Line (up to DN3000), CW Line (up to DN4000), Automated CAM Line (up to DN1000), Modular Line MT4/MT6, and Tank Line for manufacturing GRP pipes and tanks.
• Engineering Services Technical support including Stress Analysis with Caesar II, Surge Analysis with Pipenet, underground and aboveground piping verification, hydraulic calculations, F.E.M. Analysis, and AutoCad drawings.
• Know-How and Technology Transfer Technology licensing packages that enable licensees to produce GRP pipes with Sarplast brand, certifications, and commercial support, including design software, production control, and configurators.
• Project Management Comprehensive project management services for GRP piping system implementation.
• Prefabrication Prefabrication services for GRP piping components and assemblies.
• Site Assistance On-site technical assistance during installation and commissioning phases.

Quantifiable outcome

• Approximately 1/4 the weight of steel pipes
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature10 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Technology LicenseescoreTechnology or IntegrationKnow-how and Technology License Agreements implemented by selling Sarplast designed production lines or by upgrading licensees' existing lines, enabling them to produce with Sarplast brand, certifications, and commercial support. Licensees gain access to design and sizing of pipes, production software control of raw materials, and configurator for issuing proposals and offers in compliance with design criteria. This enables local production in markets where export from Europe is not competitive.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Future Pipe Industries: UAE-based global manufacturer of large-diameter fiberglass (GRP) pipes for oil & gas, water, and industrial applications. Directly competes with Sarplast in the same product category, target sectors, and large-diameter specifications.
• Enduro Composites: US manufacturer of fiberglass reinforced plastic (FRP) products including pipe, duct, and structural shapes for corrosive industrial service. Direct overlap with Sarplast's industrial corrosion-resistant pipe offering.
• Amiantit (Hobas): Saudi-listed manufacturer of GRP pipes (including the Hobas brand) for municipal, industrial, and oil & gas markets. Most direct global GRP competitor with overlapping diameters, joining systems, and project references.
• Smith-Midland Corporation: US-based precast concrete and fiberglass reinforced products manufacturer serving infrastructure, utility, and industrial customers. Comparable in producing engineered composite pipe systems for regulated infrastructure.

Broad incumbents

• Wavin: Dutch-owned global manufacturer of plastic pipe systems and solutions for water management, building, and infrastructure. Overlaps with Sarplast in municipal water and civil works pipe categories.
• National Oilwell Varco (NOV): Global oilfield equipment and services major with composite/GRP pipe offerings for upstream and midstream applications. Larger incumbent serving the same oil & gas customer base Sarplast addresses.
• Georg Fischer (GF Piping Systems): Swiss-listed industrial piping systems manufacturer serving water, chemical, and industrial markets with broad plastic and metal pipe portfolio. Comparable in regulated industrial piping and engineering services, but at much larger scale.
• Aliaxis: Belgian-listed global manufacturer of plastic piping systems for building, infrastructure, and industrial markets. Broader portfolio but overlaps with Sarplast in plastic pipe solutions and certification-driven water applications.

Emerging players

• SoluForce: Dutch-based developer of reinforced thermoplastic pipe (RTP) systems for oil & gas and water applications. Emerging alternative in the corrosion-resistant pipe market where Sarplast competes with GRP technology.
• EPP Composites: Egyptian-based manufacturer of GRP/FRP pipes and tanks serving MENA infrastructure and industrial markets. Regional competitor with similar technology focus in geographies where Sarplast also pursues licensing-based expansion.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/sarplastp
• Facebookfacebook.com/Sarplast-114119032589951
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/gruppo-sarplast-srl

Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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