Van Genechten Packaging (VGP) has expanded its production facility in Riga to increase its innovative strength and capacity. This emphasises the strategic importance of Latvia for the company.
Increasing demands on packaging in the food industry require continuous innovation and adaptation of production capacities. With this in mind, Van Genechten Packaging (VGP) has finalised a significant investment of 10 million euros in its Latvian subsidiary VG Kvadra Pak JSC. The expansion of the production facility in Riga was officially opened on 10 March and strengthens the company's position as a key packaging partner in the Baltic and Nordic markets.
Strategic importance for Northern Europe
Frank Ohle, CEO of the Van Genechten Packaging Group, emphasises the strategic importance of this investment. „We deliver what we promise,“ explained Ohle, referring to the timely completion of the project as well as the increased quality, safety and service. Roberts Vasiļevskis, General Director of VG Kvadra Pak JSC, added that the project would further expand the company's presence in the Baltic and Scandinavian markets and increase flexibility and service for customers.
Challenges during implementation
The expansion of the plant during ongoing operations presented the company with considerable logistical challenges. „We had to dismantle existing infrastructure, including a 40 metre high building, while production continued uninterrupted,“ explained Vasiļevskis. Despite the construction work, the high standards in terms of food safety and quality remained unaffected, he said.
Van Genechten Packaging is one of Europe's leading independent carton converters. The Latvian subsidiary VG Kvadra Pak JSC reportedly plays a key role in the region and specialises in high-quality packaging solutions for various segments.
Source: Van Genechten Packaging
