SIG opens its first aseptic carton plant in India

Switzerland-headquartered SIG, a global player in aseptic packaging and filling solutions, announced the opening of its first production plant for aseptic carton packs in India. This Rs 81.4-crore (EUR 90-million) investment in Ahmedabad marks a milestone for SIG.

The Ahmedabad plant has an initial annual production capacity of up to four billion aseptic carton packs, meeting environmental standards while creating more than 300 jobs. The plant will supply SIG’s filler base, which serves dairy and non-carbonated soft drink players in India. 

The opening ceremony was held in the presence of Helene Budliger Artieda, the Swiss state secretary for economic affairs and a Swiss economic delegation. 

India is the largest milk market and a major juice producer. With limited packaged milk and cold chain infrastructure, aseptic cartons provide a sustainable solution for long-term storage without preservatives or refrigeration.

SIG’s new plant in India will ensure shorter delivery lead times, responsiveness to market demand, and support for the country’s dairy and non-carbonated soft drink producers. “This new packaging plant is a testament to our commitment to India and its incredible growth potential,” said SIG CEO Samuel Sigrist. “We are proud to support our Indian partners with high-quality packaging solutions and fast, flexible filling technology. Our strong partnerships in this vibrant market are the foundation of our continued success.”

Artieda said, “India and Switzerland have united a friendship for more than 75 years. It is great to see how successfully SIG, a Swiss global player, is developing in India and it is a great honour for me to have the privilege of opening the new state-of-the-art packaging plant in Ahmedabad.”

Since entering the Indian market in 2018, SIG has achieved double-digit revenue growth in 2024. This plant positions the company to meet increasing demand efficiently while paving the way for future growth.

Abdelghany Eladib, president and general manager of India, the Middle East and Africa at SIG, said, “The inauguration of our 10th global aseptic carton plant in India marks a significant milestone for us. Manufacturing the packages within the country will help us cater to the surging demand of customers and consumers more efficiently.” 

Vandana Tandan, head of markets for India and Bangladesh at SIG, added, “India is one of the most crucial dairy markets in the world, and over the years, the beverage processing industry has also witnessed remarkable growth. This presents an incredible opportunity for us to cater to customers with innovative and sustainable aseptic packages to meet the evolving needs of consumers. We look forward to increasing our reach within the country and neighbouring regions.”