Investment and Impact
Tetra Pak, a global company specializing in food packaging and processing solutions, has invested 221 million pesos to open a new Processing and Manufacturing Center in Cuautitlán Izcalli, Estado de México. This center will now produce processing equipment that was previously imported from Europe and Asia.
Key Figures
Ramiro Ortiz, the General Manager of Tetra Pak Mexico, explained that this project, initiated in 2023, solidifies the site as a crucial hub for manufacturing equipment with Mexican technology and manufacturing, replacing imports from Europe and Asia.
Production Capabilities
- The project will enable the production of 64 equipment units this year, all with technology fully developed and manufactured in Mexico.
- It will reduce delivery times between 2 to 6 weeks.
- The company can now offer more competitive prices in the Mexican market and provide processing solutions more swiftly for both Mexico and Latin America.
Job Creation and Sustainability
This expansion has generated 50 direct jobs and aims to establish the site as an efficient and sustainable manufacturing center, focusing on zero waste and resource optimization.
- Currently, the plant recovers 98% of water used in equipment testing.
- The plant is expected to receive ISO 9001, 14001, and 45001 certifications in 2026.
- It holds IMMEX and OEA registrations.
About Tetra Pak
Tetra Pak is a global company operating in over 160 countries, employing more than 25,000 people worldwide. Their expertise lies in providing solutions for food packaging and processing.
Government Support
During the inauguration of the production capacity expansion at Tetra Pak’s Cuautitlán Izcalli factory, Ramiro Ortiz was accompanied by authorities from the Estado de México government.
Key Questions and Answers
- Q: Who is Tetra Pak? A: Tetra Pak is a global company specializing in food packaging and processing solutions, operating in over 160 countries with more than 25,000 employees.
- Q: What is the significance of the new center in Cuautitlán Izcalli? A: The new center will produce processing equipment previously imported from Europe and Asia, utilizing 100% Mexican technology and manufacturing.
- Q: How will this impact delivery times and pricing? A: This project will reduce delivery times between 2 to 6 weeks and enable Tetra Pak to offer more competitive prices in the Mexican market.
- Q: What are the sustainability goals of this expansion? A: The expansion aims to establish a zero-waste, efficient manufacturing center with a focus on resource optimization.
- Q: How many direct jobs were created by this expansion? A: This project generated 50 direct jobs.
