MEXICO – Swiss packaging solutions provider SIG has brought its state-of-the-art production plant for aseptic carton packaging into operation in Queretaro, Mexico.
With a total investment of €73 million (US$80.31m), the new plant will serve North American markets and further expand SIG’s global production network to build on its strong track record of growth in the region.
With an emphasis on production capacity for printing, cutting, and finishing of carton packs, more than 200 jobs have been created at the new plant, which has a highly flexible layout with a focus on ergonomics and the environment.
This once again demonstrates SIG’s ongoing commitment to engineering excellence and sustainability leadership.
Eduardo Gatica, Director of Cluster North America at SIG: “Through our existing sales and service presence in North America, we have built strong relationships with our customers in Mexico and established a strong co-manufacturing network in the U.S.
“Our new packaging plant will enable us to keep up with the growing demand for aseptic carton packs and serve our North American customers faster and more efficiently.
“We will be able to respond rapidly to changes in demand and reduce our delivery lead times. We’re excited to start manufacturing operations in Mexico, working closely with our customers to innovate and explore new opportunities.”
SIG’s packaging facility in Queretaro, which has a total size of 20,751.21m², begins production with 500 million carton packs in the first year. The capacity is anticipated to increase to 1.2 billion sleeves next year.
Initially, it will produce mid- and large-size carton packs. The expansion into compact formats is part of SIG’s second phase of the facility.
Ricardo Rodriguez, President & General Manager Americas at SIG added: “The Americas region has experienced strong growth performance over the years.
“Our new plant coming to life is further proof of our commitment to meeting and exceeding our customers’ current and future needs, ensuring flexible supply with outstanding quality, environmental, and service standards.
“It will bring us a step forward in the region, reaffirming our strong reputation as a solution provider who can turn challenges into new opportunities.”
Indian facility
Meanwhile, the Swiss company announced an investment of US$64 million to build an aseptic carton packaging plant in Ahmedabad, India.
Construction is set to begin in the first quarter of 2023, and SIG believes that the first phase will create around 300 jobs. The commencement of commercial production is scheduled for the end of 2024.
The new plant will supply its growing filler base, which serves all major dairy and non-carbonated soft drink market players.
SIG says the facility will have a production capacity of up to 4 billion packs per year, with the possibility of increasing capacity to 10 billion packs per year through subsequent investments.
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