Dextra Group has developed through a long history, during which it encouraged those with an entrepreneurial spirit and constantly strived towards innovation and growth, leading to diversification. Our two main activities are manufacturing and trading, within the construction and industrial sectors.
We have been involved, over the years, in more than 20,000 major construction or industrial projects worldwide, allowing us to develop a unique expertise in understanding customer on all continents to provide them with tailored engineered solutions to solve modern construction and industrial challenges.
Key Milestones
2023
New factory opened in Pune, India
Dextra 40th Anniversary
Production capacity increased to 18 million couplers.
Dextra Bangkok factory ISO 14001 certification
ARAMCO approval for ASTEC GFRP Bars, KSA
2021
First construction material manufacturer to be certified ISO 19443 in the nuclear industry
ISO 17025 accreditation of our testing laboratory in China
Dextra India, Mumbai and Chennai office relocation
First Production of Permanent FRP bar in Saudi Arabia in April
2020
China factory ISO 14001 certification
2018
Dextra India factory relocation & extension in Ambernath – Mumbai
First PC Headed bars provided to Hinkley Point C nuclear power plant, UK
2017
India factory ISO 9001 certification
GEOTEC Double Corrosion Protection (DCP) Anchor – Green Duba integrated solar combined-cycle (ISCC) Power Plant in Tabuk, KSA
2016
Incorporation of Dextra Middle East Saudi Arabia branch in Jeddah
2015
First Compression Struts delivered to Abu Dhabi Airport Midfield Terminal, UAE
2014
Dextra India factory relocation & extension in Turbhe – Mumbai
2013
Dextra 30th Anniversary
First “GROUTEC™ couplers, supplied to Jamnagar refinery, India
China factory ISO 9001 certification
Establishment of Dextra Panama
2012
New wholly-owned factory opening in Guangzhou, China
2011
First ASTEC Active Anchors (AAA) project - “Sheraton Hotel Car Park” in Qatar
2009
First ASME-certified company in Southeast Asia
Incorporation of Dextra Europe, France
Incorporation of Dextra do Brasil
First UNITEC™ couplers, provided to Chennai Bypass, India
Incorporation of Dextra Transport Vietnam
ISO 17025 accreditation of our testing laboratory in Bangkok, Thailand
2006
World Leader with five million couplers sold
Incorporation of Dextra Construction UK
2005
Another million linear meter of Sonitec delivered to China High Speed Rail program
2004
Incorporation of Dextra America, USA
2003
Dextra 20th Anniversary
Incorporation of Dextra Middle East in Dubai
Setup of GFRP Joint-Venture in China with Hughes Brothers Inc.
1st Million Linear meter of Sonitec delivered to Dubai Airport Terminal 3, UAE
2002
First Tension rods delivered to Suvarnabhumi Airport, Thailand
Last finishing contract for Baan Lad Prao in Bangkok, Thailand. END of Contracting activities
First UK project “Heathrow Airport Terminal 5”
First Vietnam project “Thanh Tri Bridge” Hanoi, Vietnam
2001
Incorporation of Dextra India
First UAE Project – “UP Clock Tower”, Dubai
First India project “Delhi Metro”, phase 1, New Delhi
2000
Marine Tie Bars, sold to Laem Chabang Port, Thailand
First Kuwait project “Kuwait Petroleum HQ”
First Philippines project “Pacific Plaza Towers”
1998
Incorporation of Dextra Egypt
First project in Egypt “Golden Pyramids”
Incorporation of Dextra Philippines
First GRIPTEC® connections sold in Germany and the USA
1997
First GFRP Soft-Eyes sold to Bangkok MRT Project, Thailand
First ISO 9001 Certification for Bangkok factory, Thailand
First China Nuclear Power Project supplied at Ling Ao, China
Muang Thong Thani roof contract for Impact Arena, in Bangkok, Thailand
End of medical production in Bangkok, Thailand, activity sold to competitors.
1996
Incorporation of Dextra Building Products, China and opening of first factory in Guangzhou
1995
GRIPTEC® patent applied worldwide
1994
First BARTEC® couplers sold in China: CITIC Plaza, Guangzhou
1993
Incorporation of Dextra Industry and Transport activities in Bangkok, Thailand
First project of TIE BARS in Palembang Port, Indonesia
1992
Incorporation of Dextra Singapore, Singapore
First wood panel factory sold in Thailand by Dextra Industry
1990
Production of Medical products and building materials in Bangkok, Thailand
Finishing contracting activities for Muang Thong Thani project in Bangkok, Thailand
1989
First factory opens in Bangkok, Thailand
1988
First BARTEC® couplers, sold to Pacific Place, Hong Kong
Acquisition of Archimed surgical sutures in Paris, France
1987
Acquisition of Dextra Pacific Ltd in Hong Kong, first Pont-a-Mousson cast-iron pipe projects
1985
First product catalogue produced as F.A.S.T
1983
First company FAST Co., Ltd. founded in Bangkok, Thailand
Corporate
About Dextra
Established in 1983 by French entrepreneurs, Dextra Group is now a world-leading manufacturer of engineered steel and fibre-reinforced polymer construction products. We manufacture in three locations and operate in more than 55 countries through our network of affiliates and partners.
To be a global leader in engineering, manufacturing and delivery of high value-added quality products and services for the construction industry. To exceed customer satisfaction, stakeholder expectations, and contribute safely to a sustainable future by committing to the highest standards of performance and results.
From day one, Dextra has self-managed its growth as a private equity Group. Our projects would not be possible without the dedication and hard work of our talented team. Each member brings a unique set of skills and experience to the table.
Dextra’s engineers dedicate themselves to making smart construction solutions allowing customers to reach higher productivity and performance on the construction site. We are with you from initial inquiry through to satisfactory project completion.
Collaborate with talented people. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the industry. You will have the opportunity to learn from and work with the best. Enjoy a supportive and inclusive work environment. We value diversity and inclusion, and we are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels welcome and respected.