The verdict in three sentences
A multilingual B2B manufacturing website in Dublin is priced in 2026 between 4.5M and 9M FCFA (7,000-14,000 EUR) depending on the volume of product pages and datasheets. The internationalisation line (next-intl) adds around 15% to the budget, and 3G optimisation with Core Web Vitals above 90 is essential when addressing export markets. Budget 8 to 12 weeks of production, hreflang across three languages included.
The breakdown of a multilingual manufacturing budget
A manufacturing site stands out for its technical catalogue: product datasheets, downloadable documents and sector references. Structure of a 6.5M FCFA (10,000 EUR) budget in 2026.
| Line item | Share | Range FCFA | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scoping & sitemap | 10% | 450,000 - 900,000 | Workshops, catalogue structure |
| Industrial UI design | 20% | 900,000 - 1,800,000 | Brand, product pages |
| Next.js development | 30% | 1,350,000 - 2,700,000 | Front, catalogue, perf |
| Internationalisation next-intl | 15% | 675,000 - 1,350,000 | 3 languages, hreflang |
| Datasheets & PDFs | 12% | 540,000 - 1,080,000 | Downloadable documents |
| SEO & Core Web Vitals 3G | 8% | 360,000 - 720,000 | Optimisation, schema |
| QA & launch | 5% | 225,000 - 450,000 | Testing, deployment |
Internationalisation with next-intl is this project type's signature line: handling three languages and correct hreflang represents around 15% of the budget but unlocks export markets.
Freelancer, local agency or international studio
The provider's positioning swings both price and guarantees. 2026 orders of magnitude for an equivalent multilingual manufacturing site.
| Option | Upfront cost FCFA | Timeline | Multilingual | 3G SLA / perf |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Solo freelancer | 2,500,000 - 4,000,000 | 6-9 wks | Often 2 languages only | Not guaranteed |
| Local agency | 4,500,000 - 9,000,000 | 8-12 wks | 3 languages + hreflang | Included, CWV >90 |
| Regional studio | 8,000,000 - 15,000,000 | 10-14 wks | 3+ languages, RTL | Formal SLA |
| International studio | 12,000,000 - 25,000,000 | 12-18 wks | Unlimited | SLA 99.9% |
For an exporting manufacturer, a local agency offers the best price-to-guarantee ratio in 2026: hreflang mastery, real 3G optimisation and proximity for maintenance.
Mini case study
Sarah, sales director of a food-processing equipment SME in Dublin, wants to address the Irish, UK and German markets. Budget agreed: 6.8M FCFA (10,500 EUR), 10 weeks, EN/FR/DE site with 22 downloadable product datasheets. Before, export prospects requested sheets by email, with an average 2-day response time and an estimated 30% loss rate. After launch, sheets are self-service downloads: qualified enquiries rise from 12 to 19 a month (+58%). With an average export deal of 4.5M FCFA and a 15% close rate, one extra order a month represents 54M FCFA of potential additional annual revenue.
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FAQ
Why does multilingual cost 15% more?
Handling three languages involves next-intl, hreflang, RTL support where relevant and datasheet translation. This premium is quickly recouped if you address export markets.
Is 3G optimisation really necessary?
Yes: a significant share of B2B buyers browse on mobile over constrained networks. An unoptimised site loses them; targeting Core Web Vitals above 90 is a commercial prerequisite, not a luxury.
How much for downloadable datasheets?
Budget 540,000 to 1,080,000 FCFA depending on the number of products and PDF complexity. It is often the line that generates the most self-service export leads.
Do I need all three languages from the start?
If your target markets require them, yes: adding a language later costs more (rework of layout and design). Building it in from the outset avoids a redesign.
What is the timeline for a multilingual manufacturing site?
8 to 12 weeks in 2026. The bottleneck is usually your teams supplying technical content and translations, not development.
Let's scope your project. B2B manufacturing site in three languages, 15-25 product pages, downloadable datasheets, indicative budget 4.5M-9M FCFA, delivered in 8-12 weeks. Detailed quote within 48 h. WhatsApp +221 77 596 93 33.
Mohamed Bah
Fondateur, Kolonell
Passionate about digital and entrepreneurship in Africa, Mohamed has been helping Sénégalese businesses with their digital transformation since 2020. Founder of Kolonell, he believes every SME deserves a professional and accessible online présence.
