SIG expands in Mexico with new carton packaging plant

MEXICO – SIG, a provider of packaging materials, has announced the first expansion of its high-tech aseptic carton production plant in Querétaro, Mexico.

The expansion, scheduled to begin production in the second half of 2026, will boost the plant’s packaging output by 50% and enable SIG to offer a broader portfolio of carton formats.

The facility will be capable of producing six key formats: SIG MiniBloc, SIG XSlimBloc, SIG PremiumBloc, SIG MaxiBloc, SIG MagnumBloc, and the SIG Midi family, covering a wide range of volumes from 80 ml to 2 liters.

The SIG MiniBloc and SIG XSlimBloc formats allow for the aseptic filling of products from 80 ml to 250 ml – ideal for on-the-go consumption and single-serve portions – with the added benefit of fast and flexible volume and design changes on SIG filling lines. 

The filling technology offers unmatched flexibility for customers, enabling rapid changeovers between formats, volumes, and designs, allowing them to stay agile in a dynamic and competitive marketplace.

With the expansion, SIG will also be better equipped to meet the growing market demand for small-volume packaging.

“North America is a strategic growth region for SIG, and this expansion reflects our strong belief in its potential,” said Ricardo Rodriguez, President and General Manager Americas at SIG. “With our Querétaro facility, we have established a world-class production hub. Now, we are scaling up to meet growing demand while continuing to deliver sustainable, innovative, and flexible packaging solutions to our customers.” 

The Querétaro plant is one of SIG’s most advanced facilities worldwide. Built to meet the highest environmental, safety, and technological standards, the site already plays a vital role in the company’s North American supply network.

Strategically located, the plant enables efficient distribution throughout the region with excellent logistics and production agility.

Eugen Schreiber, SIG’s Head of Plant Operations in Querétaro, said, “Our team in Querétaro is proud to lead the way in operational excellence. This expansion will not only increase our output and packaging capabilities, but also create more than 50 new jobs, further contributing to the local economy and strengthening our presence in the region. Since the start of operations, the plant has already generated over 250 jobs, fostering local talent and development.” 

In addition to the investments and expansion, the site also houses a high-tech Reliability & Performance Center, inaugurated in February this year, which leverages advanced technology to deliver innovative remote asset management and technical support solutions to SIG’s customers.

Subscribe to receive our email newsletters with the latest news and insights from Africa, the Middle East and around the world. SUBSCRIBE HERE