Envases Group to open its first aluminium can production plant in the US

Envases Group has announced plans to set up its first aluminium can production and distribution center in Waco, Texas Central Park. The company will invest US$100 million which will have capacity to manufacture up to 3 billion aluminium cans per year.

Javier Pietrini, Vice president of the Aluminum Division of Envases said, “Our decision to establish this plant in Waco is the result of an extensive and thoughtful review process. Waco is an ideal location for Envases from a logistical perspective as a procurement point, from a quality standpoint due to the highly qualified workforce, and from an accessibility perspective for our clients.”

The new plant will manufacture aluminium beverage containers commonly used for soft drinks, beers, energy drinks, teas and non-carbonated beverages.

 “The City of Waco is pleased to support the investment and location of a new manufacturing facility by Envases, a world-wide recognized leader in their industry, and we look forward to their construction and operation in Waco,” said Mayor Dillon Meek, City of Waco. “The addition of 120 full-time quality jobs and more than $100m in capital investment will be beneficial for our community for years to come. Businesses like Envases opening new facilities in Waco bring the promise of a bright future for our local economy and the opportunity of financial security for our citizens.”