the glassworks has already raised more than 19 million euros in investment pledges

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In the glassware of DuralexIt’s a day that employees won’t soon forget, Tuesday, November 4. Sophie Chaudier, e-commerce assistant, is overwhelmed by calls. “Since yesterday, we have transformed into switchboard operators”she confides. Calls from all over France to financially help the factory taken over by its employees a year ago.

Initially, Duralex hoped to attract new investors, with one objective: to raise 5 million euros from individuals. The goal was achieved in just 5 hours. Tuesday evening, the amount amounted to nearly 19 million euros, a relief for employees. “It will be used to invest, to refresh our factory. We will have new molds, new items, new products”explains Suliman El Moussaoui, quality relay technician at Duralex Scop.

For Arnaud d’Ussel, an entrepreneur, betting on Duralex was obvious. “I invested 5,000 euros. Already, it’s a French company, a company taken over by its employees. And then, it’s also a company which has a good turnover”he says.

In Orléans (Loiret), the factory is a symbol. The residents are reassured. “It’s very important because I’ve seen it since I was little. It’s always good to see a little local economy in our sector”declares one of them. Investment promises which must all be confirmed in November.