Constantia Flexibles opens advanced rolling mill in Austria, expands foil production and sustainability efforts

AUSTRIA – Constantia Flexibles has inaugurated an advanced rolling mill at its flagship manufacturing facility, Constantia Teich, in Weinburg, Austria, marking a significant step in its commitment to local production and sustainable packaging solutions.

The €50 million (US$56.27m) investment is aimed at boosting aluminium foil output across key sectors such as coffee capsules, pharmaceuticals, and food packaging.

The project also includes a €30 million investment in a new lacquering unit, further enhancing the site’s processing capabilities.

All machinery and equipment, including foil stock furnaces, a rolling machine, a separator, and dual-chamber foil furnaces, were sourced from European suppliers, underlining the company’s dedication to regional procurement.

As part of the expansion, the facility has also added a high-bay warehouse and integrated renewable energy systems.

A portion of the plant’s electricity will now be supplied by a company-owned photovoltaic installation, supporting the company’s wider decarbonisation strategy.

Daniel Winkler, Executive Vice-President of Constantia Flexibles’ Aluminum Division and Group Sustainability, commented, “With this investment, we are making a clear statement for growth, innovation, and sustainability.

“By expanding the rolling mill, we are increasing aluminium foil production by around 30%, reaching up to 90,000 tons annually. This not only reinforces our position as the group’s largest plant but also places us among Europe’s leading integrated producers.”

He added that the upgrade will help the company avoid approximately 100,000 tons of CO₂ emissions annually.

This expansion aligns with Constantia’s broader growth strategy, which includes its recent acquisition of a controlling stake in Aluflexpack, a flexible packaging and barrier solutions provider headquartered in Reinach, Switzerland.

Aluflexpack serves the food and pharmaceutical industries and employs around 1,700 people across nine countries.

The acquisition, completed in March, enables Constantia to expand its presence in Turkey, Poland, and Southeast Europe.

Shares were acquired from Montana Tech Components and Xoris, and Constantia simultaneously launched a tender offer for the remaining publicly held shares.

The company has since initiated a squeeze-out process and requested the delisting of Aluflexpack from public markets.

David Spratt, CEO of Constantia Flexibles, stated, “We are delighted to welcome Aluflexpack to the Constantia Flexibles Group. This partnership strengthens our leadership in innovation and sustainability and enhances our ability to offer a broader range of solutions to our customers.”

Aluflexpack CEO Johannes Steurer added, “This marks an exciting new chapter. With Constantia, we now have a partner aligned with our values and vision, and we’re optimistic about the growth opportunities ahead.”

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