Makiplast

What Makiplast does

Makiplast is a Madagascar-based specialty manufacturer of rotomolded high-density polyethylene (PEHD/HDPE) plastic products, founded in 1998 and headquartered in Antananarivo. Operating as the founding entity of Groupe Althea, the company runs a single manufacturing site serving the domestic Madagascar market with a 23-person team. Its core business is the rotomolding of durable, UV- and corrosion-resistant plastic products engineered for tropical climates, spanning six product categories: septic tanks (fosses septiques), water and industrial storage tanks, environmental products (waste bins, rainwater harvesters, flower pots), leisure equipment (pools, slides, swings, school furniture), safety equipment (road cones, lane dividers, marine buoys, fire sand boxes), and industrial wastewater separators (grease and hydrocarbon units certified to French and DIN standards).

The company sells through a hybrid go-to-market combining direct enterprise sales (serving construction firms, hotels, and public institutions) with a distributor/reseller network across Madagascar. Customers such as Colas and CONSTRUCT (major construction firms) and SANIFER (a distributor) have publicly attested to long-term use, citing product durability, UV resistance, and the responsiveness of the commercial team. Revenue is generated entirely through one-time product sales at negotiated quotes, with no subscription or recurring component. Public pricing is not disclosed, and transactions are initiated via website order forms or direct contact with the commercial team. Production emphasizes compliance with French standards (P 16-440 for hydrocarbon separators) and DIN 4040 (grease separators), which is a notable differentiator in Madagascar's industrial wastewater segment.

Name

Makiplast

Legal name

Makiplast

Website

https://makiplast.mg

Company type

Private

Founded year

1998

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Makiplast is a Madagascar-based rotomolded HDPE plastic manufacturer founded in 1998, producing septic tanks, storage cisterns, waste bins, leisure equipment, and industrial separators for residential, construction, institutional, and industrial customers across Madagascar via direct sales and a distributor network.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rotomolded Plastic Manufacturing

NAICS

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing (326)

SIC

Miscellaneous Plastics Products (3080)

akta.pro primary industry

HDPE Bottles & Jugs (IMALAAAB)

Keywords

• Rotomolded HDPE products
• Plastic septic tanks
• Water storage cisterns
• Industrial wastewater separators
• Plastic waste bins

Headquarters

HQ city

Antananarivo

HQ country

Madagascar

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. PEHD Plastic Products Manufacturing and Sales: Makiplast manufactures rotomolded plastic products (septic tanks, cisterns, environmental products, leisure equipment, safety equipment, and industrial containers) and sells them directly to customers and through distributors. Revenue is generated through one-time product sales at quoted prices, with no recurring subscription component. The company serves individual consumers, businesses, public institutions, and industrial clients across Madagascar.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Makiplast manufactures rotomolded HDPE (Poly-Ethylene Haute Densité / PEHD) plastic products in Madagascar, including septic tanks (vertical and horizontal, 1–11 m³), water and liquid storage tanks (500–10,000 L), waste bins, rainwater harvesting systems, leisure equipment (pools, slides, swings, picnic tables), safety equipment (road cones, marine buoys, fire sand boxes), and industrial wastewater separators. Products are engineered for tropical climate durability, UV resistance, and long service life, and are sold directly and through a distributor network to residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial customers across Madagascar.

Product overview

Makiplast is a rotomolded HDPE plastic product manufacturer founded in 1998 and headquartered in Madagascar, operating as part of Groupe ALTHEA. The company produces a broad portfolio of plastic products across six main categories: (1) Fosses (septic tanks — vertical and horizontal all-water models from 1–11 m³); (2) Stockages (storage — vertical and horizontal tanks from 500–10,000 L, drums of 50–215 L, rolling drums, and food-grade chests/bins); (3) Environnement (environment — fixed and mobile waste bins, rainwater harvesters, flower pots, wash tubs, and squat toilets); (4) Loisirs (leisure — hexagonal and slide-equipped garden pools, slides, picnic tables, rockers, swings, benches, canoe/kayaks, and school furniture); (5) Sécurité (safety — road cones/markers, sand fire boxes, lane dividers, and marine buoys); and (6) Industrie (industry — grease separators and hydrocarbon separators). The portfolio spans sanitation, water storage, waste management, and recreational/industrial equipment, all manufactured via rotomolding in HDPE for tropical climate durability.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Vertical All-Water Septic Tanks (Fosses septiques verticales) Vertical all-water septic tanks in HDPE, available in capacities from 1 m³ to 11 m³ (4 to 50+ persons). Designed for all terrain types with exemplary durability, leak-free operation, and easy installation. Recommended by construction professionals.
• Horizontal All-Water Septic Tanks (Fosses septiques horizontales) Horizontal all-water septic tanks in HDPE designed for areas with high water tables or limited space. Model F1 holds 1 m³ capacity for 4 persons.
• Vertical Storage Tanks 500–10,000 L (Citernes verticales) Vertical HDPE storage tanks for water, food liquids, hydrocarbons (gas oil, gasoline, petroleum), and chemical products. Capacities range from 500 L to 10,000 L with UV resistance and tropical climate adaptation.
• Horizontal Storage Tanks 500–5,000 L (Citernes horizontales) Horizontal HDPE storage tanks designed for frequent transport of liquids. Capacities from 500 L to 5,000 L, with stability and dimensions adapted for transport vehicles.
• HDPE Drums 120 L and 215 L (Fût de 120 et 215 litres) HDPE drums in 120 L and 215 L capacities with support, available in closed or open models for storing food products, diesel, and chemical products.
• Rolling Drum 50 L (Fut roulant) 50-liter rolling drum with iron handle for easy water transport. Made of HDPE, includes detachable handle for easy filling and emptying.
• Food-Grade Chests and Bins (Coffres et bacs alimentaires) Multi-use HDPE chests and bins in 60 to 1,000 L capacities. Food-grade compliant, available with/without lids and with/without drainage holes. Stackable/rackable for optimum storage.
• Domestic Grease Trap 200 L (Bac à graisse) 200-liter grease trap for domestic use, complementary to septic tanks. Traps fats and particles to prevent pipe blockages and septic system dysfunction.
• Distribution Manholes (Regards de répartition) Distribution manholes available in 3-way or 6-way configurations. Available in three sizes (small, medium, large) with or without cover. Used as effluent separators, control points, or collection units.
• Grease Separators (Séparateur de graisse) Grease separators for eliminating animal and vegetable fats from kitchen wastewater. Required for restaurants, canteens, butcher shops, food processing plants, and slaughterhouses. Conforms to DIN 4040 standard. Available in 5 L (1 tank) and 8 L (2 tanks) models.
• Hydrocarbon Separators (Séparateurs à hydrocarbures) Hydrocarbon separators for separating and retaining hydrocarbons from wastewater and rainwater. Required for parking areas, service stations, and wash bays. Compliant with French standard P 16-440 and French water law of January 3, 1992. Equipped with automatic shutoff and coalescing filter.
• Fixed Waste Bins (Poubelles fixes) Fixed HDPE waste bins for domestic, business, industrial, and municipal use. Capacities from 90 to 340 L, available in multiple designs and colors. Solid, waterproof, and resistant to all waste types.
• Mobile Wheeled Waste Containers (Poubelles plastiques mobiles) Mobile wheeled waste containers in 2-wheel format, 120 L and 240 L capacities. Molded in one piece in high-density plastic, waterproof, UV and shock resistant. Equipped with lids, ideal for selective sorting.
• Rainwater Harvesting Tank 300 L (Récupérateur d'eau de pluie) 300-liter rainwater harvesting tank with base, tap, gutter collector, and filter. Designed to preserve groundwater and reduce water bills.
• HDPE Wash Tubs (Lavoir) HDPE wash tubs, lightweight, easy to transport, simple to install, and weather-resistant. Multiple colors available for terrace installation.
• Squat Toilets (WC ou toilettes à la turque) Floor-mounted squat toilets in HDPE, measuring 0.69 x 0.68 m and weighing 4 kg. Hygienic, easy to clean, water-saving, and ideal for public places.
• Hexagonal Garden Pools (Piscine hexagonale de jardin) Hexagonal HDPE garden pools with playful features (slides, children's motifs) and practical features (seats, drainage hole). Dimensions: 2.10 m, water capacity: 750 L.
• Garden Pool with Slide (Piscine avec toboggan) HDPE garden pools combined with a slide. Dimensions: 3.56 x 2.54 m, water capacity: 1,000 L, with drainage hole. Exceptional resistance and easy installation.
• Foldable HDPE Slides (Toboggan) Foldable HDPE slides in two models: GM (2.22 m × 0.55 m, height 1.35 m) and PM (1.55 m × 0.40 m, height 0.84 m). Bicolour, easy to transport, salt-air resistant, suitable for coastal regions.
• Toddler Rockers (Balançoires) Rockers for toddlers aged 2 to 4, dimensions 1.65 × 0.40 m. Can be used individually or by two children, safe for indoor and outdoor use.
• Garden Swings (Balancelle) Garden swings for children aged 5 and up. Available in multiple colors to match outdoor décor.
• 2-in-1 Rocker and Slide (Rocker 2 en 1) Dual-purpose rocker and slide combo. Dimensions: 1.65 m × 0.40 m. Available in multiple colors, long-lasting, suitable for homes, crèches, and schools.
• HDPE Picnic Tables (Table piquenique) HDPE picnic tables for children, dimensions 0.95 m × 0.87 m × 0.55 m, weight 17 kg. Designed for 4 children, suitable for gardens or canteens.
• Children's Table and Chair Set (Kit banc et chaise) Learning corner set for young children with table and chairs. Suitable for coloring, painting, and early learning activities.
• Rigid HDPE Canoe/Kayak (Canoë kayak en plastique rigide) Rigid HDPE canoe/kayak in one-piece construction, perfectly waterproof, no inflation required. Dimensions: 2.78 m × 0.70 m, weight: 18 kg. Includes 1 paddle and 1 life jacket.
• School Benches (Banc d'écolier PM et GM) School benches in two models (small and large) for preschools, schools, or home use. Extremely durable with attractive colors.
• Road Construction Cones (Plots ou cônes de signalisation routière) Road construction cones or markers with reflective bands. Height: 0.58 m, weight: 3 kg. Durable with long service life.
• Fire Protection Sand Box 120 L (Coffre à sable protection incendie) 120-liter sand fire-protection box delivered with shovel. For petrol stations, public places, construction sites, and schools. Weight: 8 kg, base: 0.43 × 0.50 m, height: 0.53 m.
• Road Lane Dividers (Séparateurs de voies) Road lane dividers in HDPE, interlocking with fill and drain holes. Small model: 1.29 × 0.49 m, height 0.48 m, weight 10 kg. Large model: 1.49 × 0.55 m, height 0.99 m, weight 30 kg.
• Marine Marking Buoys (Bouées de balisage ou signalisation marine) Marine marking buoys in HDPE for high impact resistance and climate resilience. Height: 0.86 m, weight: 5 kg. Used for protected area security, swimming zone delimitation, and channel construction.
• HDPE Flower Pots (Pots de fleur) HDPE flower pots in two models (GM and PM) with multiple colors. Sun-resistant, long-lasting, suitable for balconies and gardens. Available in premium colors including granite imitation.

Quantifiable outcome

• 20+ years of experience in rotomolded PEHD product manufacturing since 1998
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Commune d'AndoharanofotsyminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 March 2020Makiplast signed a partnership with the Commune of Andoharanofotsy where it is located, participating in the 'Kaominina Andoharanofotsy Madio' (Clean Andoharanofotsy Commune) campaign. 80 Makiplast rubbish bins were distributed across all Fokontany (neighborhoods) of Andoharanofotsy to promote cleanliness, especially in markets ('Tsena'). This represents Makiplast's first steps in Corporate Social Responsibility (RSE).

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves4 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Regional players

• Tank Pro Kenya: Kenyan HDPE tank manufacturer specializing in water storage and pressure tanks for East African markets. Overlaps with Makiplast's core cisterns and storage tanks category in a neighboring geography.
• Palaplast: Egyptian HDPE and plastic pipe/product manufacturer serving North African and Middle Eastern markets. Comparable in HDPE product manufacturing capability, with overlapping end-uses in water, sanitation, and infrastructure.
• Rhino Plastics (Tanzania): Tanzanian HDPE plastic products manufacturer serving East African markets including water tanks, sanitation, and consumer plastics. Comparable to Makiplast in regional African HDPE product manufacturing.
• Atlas Plastics (Ghana): Ghanaian HDPE plastic products manufacturer active in West Africa. Comparable as a regional HDPE plastics producer serving sanitation, water storage, and household plastic goods segments.

Broad incumbents

• Sintex Plastics: Large Indian manufacturer of plastic tanks and storage solutions using HDPE and other polymers. Although geographically distant, comparable in HDPE rotomolded tank technology and at much larger scale; serves as a broader incumbent reference point.

Direct peers

• Roto Tank Africa: Pan-African rotomolded HDPE water tank manufacturer active in East and West Africa. Direct competitor in HDPE tank manufacturing, serving similar institutional and B2G segments as Makiplast.
• JoJo Tanks: South Africa's largest manufacturer of HDPE water storage tanks and related rotomolded plastic products. Direct peer in core HDPE rotomolding, water storage, and tank product categories serving African markets.
• Balmoral Tanks: South African manufacturer of HDPE plastic tanks, septic systems, and chemical storage solutions. Closely comparable to Makiplast in product mix (septic tanks, storage tanks) and HDPE rotomolding technology, serving the African market.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance2 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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