Cardbox Packaging has announced it is investing €6.5m in its new subsidiary in Czechia.
The company said it strengthens its commitment to expanding its global footprint and enhancing its manufacturing capabilities to meet the growing demand for sustainable packaging solutions.
The investment will focus on machinery to boost production efficiency, quality, and capacity at the site, and moving to another efficiency-focused facility.
Key equipment acquisitions include a Koenig & Bauer Rapida printing press, Bobst Visioncut die-cutter, which further optimizes the production process, reducing waste and improving efficiency.
“We are excited about the expansion of our operations in the Czech Republic and the opportunities it brings to serve our customers better,” said Klaus Hockl, CEO of Cardbox Packaging.
“This investment not only strengthens our manufacturing capabilities but also demonstrates our commitment to innovation and excellence in the packaging industry.”
About Cardbox Packaging
The Cardbox Packaging Group, with sites in Austria, Czechia and the US, has been active in Czechia since 2012, employing 100 of its almost 250 employees there.
Alongside the plant expansion, workforce growth is being planned.
The annual turnover of the group is expected to reach more than €60m in 2024.
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