Verified Nov 2026
Metal Fabrication
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Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
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Since 1995
3C Metal is an engineering and fabrication firm headquartered in Sauvelade, France, founded in 1995. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to 100 million, with ownership not publicly disclosed. The company serves the automotive, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, and provides turnkey engineering, high-pressure piping fabrication, and structural steel work. In May 2026 it was named an authorized distributor of RBV Energy Limited products in the United States.
3C Metal at a glance
Revenue
$50-100M
Est. band
Employees
1,000-5,000
Founded
1995
Headquarters
Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine
Certifications
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
Import activity
12
Industries
Automotive
Construction
Renewable Energy
Industrial Equipment
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
12
Named foreign suppliers
9
Top origins
Trinidad and Tobago · United Arab Emirates · Spain · Belgium
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from 3C Metal.
What this tells a buyer
The company announced in July 2026 that it had established a Turkish subsidiary, 3C Metal Turkey Enerji Anonim Şirketi, headquartered in Istanbul.
Its listed capabilities include valves, assembly, welding, and work with steel and aluminum, and it holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
The company's US arm was reported in October 2026 to have won a contract from Noble Corporation involving integration of a managed pressure drilling system onboard the Noble Discoverer.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
31 years in operation (founded 1995).
Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
3C Metal is an engineering and fabrication firm headquartered in Sauvelade, France, founded in 1995. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to 100 million, with ownership not publicly disclosed. The company serves the automotive, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, and provides turnkey engineering, high-pressure piping fabrication, and structural steel work. In May 2026 it was named an authorized distributor of RBV Energy Limited products in the United States.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1995 |
Headquarters | Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine |
Employees | 1,000-5,000 |
Revenue | $50-100M (estimated) |
Primary capability | Metal Fabrication |
Certifications | ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 |
What 3C Metal makes
Its listed capabilities include valves, assembly, welding, and work with steel and aluminum, and it holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Valve, Assembly, Welding, Aluminum, Steel, LED (source: 3cmetal.com).
Certifications
3C Metal is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
ISO 14001 — 3cmetal.com
ISO 45001 — 3cmetal.com
ISO 9001 — 3cmetal.com
Trade and customs footprint
The company announced in July 2026 that it had established a Turkish subsidiary, 3C Metal Turkey Enerji Anonim Şirketi, headquartered in Istanbul. US customs bill-of-lading records list 12 inbound shipments across 9 foreign suppliers, with top origins including Trinidad and Tobago · United Arab Emirates · Spain · Belgium.
Latest developments
2026-10-19 — Our team in the USA was recently awarded a contract by Noble Corporation to carry out a project involving the integration of a managed pressure drilling (MPD) system onboard the Noble Discoverer … | 3C Metal (linkedin.com)
2026-10-19 — In-House Electrical Team Delivers Integrated Solution for an Offshore SPM Buoy - 3C Metal (3cmetal.com)
2026-10-09 — 3C Metal is pleased to share our latest 2026 newsletter, featuring some of our recent highlights: (linkedin.com)
2026-07-03 — 3C Metal has officially established its Turkish entity, 3C Metal Turkey Enerji Anonim Şirketi (A.Ş.), marking an important step in the company’s regional growth strategy. The entity is headquartered in Istanbul and … | 3C Metal (linkedin.com)
2026-05-22 — We're pleased to announce that 3C Metal USA Inc. has been appointed an authorized distributor of RBV Energy Limited products in the United States. The agreement enables 3C Metal USA to supply … | 3C Metal (linkedin.com)
2026-04-06 — We are pleased to announce that, as of April 1, 2026, 3C Metal USA Inc. has relocated to a new 50,000 square feet facility in Houston. | 3C Metal (linkedin.com)
Company details
The company's US arm was reported in October 2026 to have won a contract from Noble Corporation involving integration of a managed pressure drilling system onboard the Noble Discoverer. 3C Metal was founded in 1995, has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, and is headquartered in Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 31 years in operation (founded 1995). Holds ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does 3C Metal make?
3C Metal is an engineering and fabrication firm headquartered in Sauvelade, France, founded in 1995. It has an estimated 1,000 to 5,000 employees and an estimated revenue band of $50 to 100 million, with ownership not publicly disclosed. The company serves the automotive, construction, renewable energy, and industrial equipment sectors, and provides turnkey engineering, high-pressure piping fabrication, and structural steel work. In May 2026 it was named an authorized distributor of RBV Energy Limited products in the United States.
Where is 3C Metal headquartered?
3C Metal is headquartered in Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine (3210 Route Deu Larvath, Sauvelade, Nouvelle-Aquitaine, 64150).
When was 3C Metal founded?
3C Metal was founded in 1995.
How big is 3C Metal?
3C Metal has an estimated 1,000-5,000 employees, with revenue in the $50-100M range (estimated).
What certifications does 3C Metal hold?
3C Metal lists ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does 3C Metal import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 12 inbound shipments for 3C Metal, with top origins including Trinidad and Tobago · United Arab Emirates · Spain · Belgium.
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Location & contact
Phone
+33 5 59 67 64 67
Certification
ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 9001
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