Wyda Packaging acquires Hulamin assets, expanding press capacity by 340% to 22 machines

SOUTH AFRICA – Wyda Packaging has acquired key operational assets from Hulamin Containers, expanding its installed base from 5 presses and 50 moulds to 22 presses and over 250 moulds, a 340 percent increase in press capacity and more than 400 percent growth in mould capacity, positioning the company as one of sub-Saharan Africa’s largest aluminium foil container manufacturers.

The Johannesburg-based company currently converts approximately 1,000 tonnes of aluminium annually in a local market estimated at around 2,000 tonnes.

The expanded capacity is expected to improve supply stability while supporting increased local demand across food service, retail, and catering sectors that have faced supply disruptions in recent years.

From Five Presses to Twenty-Two

Prior to the acquisition, Wyda operated five presses and around 50 moulds. The addition of 17 presses and more than 200 moulds represents a dramatic scale-up.

For customers, this means a broader range of aluminium foil container formats, shorter lead times, and reduced risk of stockouts. For Wyda, it means the ability to bid on larger contracts and serve national retail chains that previously required multiple suppliers.

Leadership and Localisation

Carlos Schutte, managing director of Wyda Packaging in South Africa, explained that with this acquisition, the company is stepping into a clear leadership position in the sector.

He noted that it gives Wyda the scale, manufacturing depth, and product range to better serve wholesalers, food producers, retailers, and hospitality customers.

The integration of Hulamin’s container division consolidates critical manufacturing capability within South Africa at a time when localisation is becoming increasingly important.

As part of its growth strategy, Wyda is actively seeking new premises in Kempton Park to accommodate its expanded operations and future scale.

The company is also retaining technical expertise from the Hulamin operation, preserving specialist skills within the local manufacturing ecosystem.

Beyond foil containers, Wyda continues to diversify its product offering, which includes household foil, cling film, baking paper, wax wrap, lids, and paper-based packaging solutions.

Sustainability at the Core

Wyda Packaging is a member of the Aluminium Stewardship Initiative and holds certifications including FSSC 22000 for food safety and FSC chain of custody for responsibly sourced paper products.

Aluminium is fully recyclable, and the company’s expanded capacity means more recycled aluminium can be processed into new containers.

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