# Sika acquires Dubai-based Duproof to bolster UAE waterproofing business

Sika acquired Dubai-based Duproof, adding its range of bituminous waterproofing membranes to Sika's portfolio.

- Type: Acquisition
- Announced: 2026-10-16
- Where: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Status: completed
- Products: bituminous waterproofing membranes
- Sectors: [Construction Materials](https://endata.com/sectors/construction-materials.md)

## Companies

- [Sika](https://endata.com/companies/10682.md) (acquirer)
- [Duproof](https://endata.com/companies/94615.md) (target)

## Sources

- [indianchemicalnews.com](https://www.indianchemicalnews.com/ma), 2026-10-16: "The acquisition brings Duproof’s extensive range of bituminous waterproofing membranes into Sika’s portfolio."
- [adhesivesmag.com](https://www.adhesivesmag.com/articles/topic/2641-mergers-acquisitions), 2026-10-28: "The acquisition strengthens Sika’s position in the rapidly growing UAE construction market."

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