Produits de Revêtement du Bâtiment

Produits de Revêtement du Bâtiment (PRB) is a French manufacturer that specializes in building facade coatings. The company operates under the aliases Produits de Revêtement du Bâtiment, PRB and Vendée PRB, with its headquarters located in France. Its core products are formulated to protect and aesthetically finish the exterior walls of structures. These coatings are used to improve durability and resistance to weathering on building facades. The company’s activities are centered on the production and supply of such protective coatings for the construction industry.

In addition to its manufacturing focus, PRB is known as a historic sponsor of the Vendée Globe, a prestigious solo round‑the‑world sailing race. This sponsorship reflects a long‑standing connection between the company and maritime sport. On June 4, 2021, PRB was the target of a cyberattack that disrupted its information systems overnight. The attack was reported by external sources, and the company’s chief executive officer publicly declared that no ransom would be paid. PRB subsequently notified law‑enforcement authorities about the incident, following customary procedures for such breaches. While the breach affected Vendée PRB’s systems, no further operational or financial consequences were disclosed in the public record. The episode illustrates the cybersecurity risks confronting manufacturers in the building‑materials sector, even as the firm maintained its refusal to extortive demands.