50 Years of Royal Crown

Discover the milestones that have shaped Royal Crown into a global leader in the building materials industry.

1970

The Beginning in Toronto

Royal began in Toronto, Canada, laying the foundation for what would become a global leader in building products.

1994

Going Public

Royal Building Products goes public on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSE) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), marking a new era of growth.

1997

Leading Supplier in North America

Royal has become a leading supplier of plastic building systems in North America, solidifying its market position.

1998

Expansion into China

Royal has set up a factory to produce high-end plastic profile in Shanghai, China, beginning its global expansion.

2006

GGC Acquires Royal

GGC Acquires Royal, creating the most vertically integrated building products company in North America.

2010

Tianjin Plant Established

The Royal Tianjin Plant was established as the strategic base of the Royal Canadian family in China.

2012

Merger with PPG

GGC announced a merger with PPG Commodity Chemicals Divisions, further strengthening its portfolio.

2013

Axiall Corporation is Born

GGC becomes Axiall Corporation, listed on the NYSE under the ticker AXLL.

2014

Enters Pipe Business in China

Royal officially enters the pipe business in China, diversifying its product offerings in the region.

2015

Strategic Real Estate Cooperation

Royal reached strategic cooperation with top 100 real estate companies, boosting its presence in large-scale projects.

2020

Celebrating 50 Years

Royal turns 50, celebrating our accomplishments and our refusal to rest on them.

Now

A Better Future

The Royal Family will act together responsibly for a better future, continuing our legacy of innovation and quality.