The Caribbean is known for many things, but industrial manufacturing is not typically one of them. This region, which is comprised of 26 diverse countries, has an ever-growing economy, making it possible for each country to invest in essential industries. Manufacturing is one industry that is steadily growing and thriving.
Products, chemicals and infrastructure are all growing, with many companies finding great success. Aura Energy is one such company. In 50 years of business, it has produced over 300 products for 50 different countries, serving various manufacturing needs in the adhesive and downstream energy sectors. With the aim of innovating further in response to evolving manufacturing processes, Aura Energy is committed to transforming how the Caribbean develops, uses and exports these products.
As the industry and markets matured, many people – including executive chairman Dr Rolph Balgobin – saw its potential. Today, Aura Energy has a reputation for providing premium-grade products that serve industries including industrial, woodworking and construction. It’s currently the only business of its kind in the Caribbean.
Through hard work and tenacity, Aura Energy has managed to take over its niche. The company manufactures amino resins, adhesives and urea formaldehyde concentrate, working with clients to create tailored solutions for their manufacturing needs. And with the broader Caribbean manufacturing industry flourishing in recent times, the demand for Aura Energy’s products will only get bigger.
Some of the company’s most successful products are amino resins, which are used in diverse application environments and exported to five continents. Aura Energy has seen similar success with its specialized urea formaldehyde concentrate, which is the highest commercially available concentration of formaldehyde. It is user-friendly, has a long lifespan and is distributed in 220-litre drums.
Another success is its Adhesive Division, which covers four sectors – industrial, construction, emulsion and hotmelt – and serves customers in the Caribbean and global industrial market. Instead of offering generic products, Aura Energy sets itself apart by tailoring adhesives based on business needs and partnering with premium companies to innovate its products further. This has helped it to develop its materials, manufacturing processes and professional reputation.
There are many budding businesses that hope to achieve what Aura Energy already has. The Caribbean is experiencing excellent growth in multiple industries, and manufacturing will doubtless continue to thrive across the region. With a constantly growing and highly-educated workforce at the ready, companies like Aura Energy will continue to expand their reach and bolster the Caribbean economy.