Renovation of the roof of Presse Pâte 3 in Provence: a well-managed project

After several months of work, the renovation of the roof of the Presse Pâte 3 (PP3) building, located on the Fibre Excellence Provence fibre production line, has been successfully completed.

This complex project, carried out in a sensitive environment, illustrates the site's ability to combine industrial performance with operational efficiency in terms of safety.

A strategic project for our industrial sustainability

Located on the fibre production line, the PP3 building presented increasing risks due to the ageing of its structures and water infiltration affecting the equipment.

Launched more than two years ago, the project aimed to renovate 1,500 m² of the main roof and 330 m² of the annex, with a major health challenge: the safe removal of asbestos-containing materials. But this project also had a major industrial dimension: to provide long-term protection for the dryer, a strategic element of production.

This area is known for its extreme conditions (high heat, high humidity, noise), making any intervention difficult. The decision was therefore made to concentrate the work during the technical shutdown in March 2025, using specific technical resources and complex logistics: installation of a watertight containment system, temporary roofing, external interventions by rope access technicians, etc.

Safety requirements at all levels, an accident-free construction site

This construction site can now be recognised internally as a benchmark in terms of safety.
Thanks to careful planning, consultation with external stakeholders (Labour Inspectorate, CARSAT, staff representatives, CSSCT) and high operational standards, no accidents, even minor ones, were recorded.

Each stage of the project was supervised by a reinforced safety system, with a rigorously prepared and validated asbestos removal plan.
A safety officer was permanently present on site to ensure compliance with instructions and intervene if necessary. Two daily meetings were held to review working conditions and adjust practices if necessary. All observations were carefully recorded in a centralised logbook, shared between teams to ensure continuous monitoring and optimal communication.

This constant vigilance enabled real-time adjustments to be made to operating procedures, particularly for work at height or the management of equipment in confined spaces. This result is testament to a firmly established safety culture, supported by the rigour of the teams on site.

A collective success in transforming the site

Beyond the technical aspects, it was the commitment of all teams – Production, Safety, Maintenance, Regulatory Affairs and Management – that made the difference. During critical phases, a formal commitment was even signed by all stakeholders to ensure a high level of attention and coordination.

This synergy enabled us to deliver an exemplary project that was safe, on time and had no impact on production. It represents a milestone in the transformation plan for the Tarascon site.

By demonstrating our ability to carry out large-scale projects in a constrained environment, this operation reinforces our safety culture and our commitment to continuous improvement.