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Socotex lays the foundation stone for its new plant in Honfleur!

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Visuel 3D du futur bâtiment Socotex, 845 Avenue des Impressionnistes à Honfleur
3D visual of the future Socotex building, 845 Avenue des Impressionnistes, Honfleur

January 28, 2025 marks a historic milestone for Socotex with the laying of the foundation stone for its new plant in Honfleur. This symbolic event reflects our commitment to innovation, sustainable development and the long-term future of our business.


Discours de Déborah Peyrucq, Dirigeante de Socotex

A landmark event

The ceremony was attended by :

Michel Lamarre, Mayor of Honfleur, who underlined the importance of this project for local economic dynamism.

Sophie Gaugain, Vice-President of the Normandy Region, who emphasized the region's support for this ambitious initiative.




Cérémonie de la première pierre de sa nouvelle usine SOCOTEX à Honfleur
Groundbreaking ceremony for the new SOCOTEX plant in Honfleur

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In the foreground

  • Xavier Peyrucq, founder of Socotex, father of Déborah Peyrucq

  • Déborah Peyrucq, current manager of Socotex 

  • Sophie Gaugain, Vice-President of the Normandy Region

  • Philippe Creusson, 32-year Socotex employee

  • Felipe Alvarez , 1st Deputy for Works, City of Honfleur

  • Catherine Perchey, Calvados Departmental Council

 

In the background

  • Michel Lamarre, Mayor of Honfleur 

  • Christophe Buisson, Vice President CCPHB


This new infrastructure, which builds on over 50 years of know-how, is designed to optimize our production and meet the challenges of tomorrow.

Le démarrage de la construction de la nouvelle usine Socotex
Start of construction of the new Socotex plant

A state-of-the-art plant

The new Socotex plant will cover 6,700 m² and bring together all our activities for a more fluid and efficient organization:

  • An optimized production flow, from receipt of raw materials to shipment of finished products.

  • A strong environmental commitment, with solar panels, a rainwater recovery system and charging stations for electric vehicles.

  • A showroom and training center for our customers and partners to showcase our expertise and pass on our know-how.


A positive impact on the region

Established in Honfleur since 1972, Socotex is reaffirming its local roots by contributing to the economic attractiveness of the region and creating new job opportunities.


A smooth transition

The gradual move is scheduled for the end of 2025, with official production start-up on January 1, 2026.


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📍 New address: 845 Avenue des Impressionnistes, Honfleur


We can't wait to show you our new factory and continue this great adventure together!



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