The global market for packaging solutions faces diverse challenges. Rising raw material prices and geopolitical uncertainties are influencing trade flows worldwide. In this complex environment, SIG achieved currency-adjusted sales growth of 0.8 percent in the first half of 2026.
Mikko Keto, CEO of SIG, emphasised the resilience of the company’s business model and the importance of strong partnerships with customers.
In the first half of 2026, SIG recorded total sales of €1,559.5 million, a decrease of 1.2 percent compared to the previous year. However, a slight increase was achieved on a currency-adjusted basis.
Particularly noteworthy is the growth in the North and South America region, where sales increased by 4.4 percent on a currency-adjusted basis. This development was supported by strong demand for aseptic carton packaging and soft drinks in the USA, as well as market share gains in Mexico.
Sales of chilled carton packs fell by 2.4 percent on a currency-adjusted basis. Sales of Bag-in-Box solutions and stand-up pouches decreased by 4.4 percent on a currency-adjusted and constant plastic price basis, with North America showing slight growth in the second quarter.
In Europe, however, sales fell by 3.1 percent. The decline is attributed to weaker volume in the aseptic juice market and lower participation in tenders for UHT milk. Nevertheless, the introduction of the aluminium-free full barrier solution „SIG Terra“ was able to increase sales volumes by 25 percent.
Focus on aseptic system solutions
SIG has sharpened its strategic focus on aseptic system solutions, an area where the company sees the greatest growth potential. This focus is reflected in the stable results in the aseptic carton packaging segment, which recorded growth, particularly in the Asia-Pacific region and in North and South America.
The investments in expanding the aseptic carton plant in Mexico, as well as the completion of a new plant in India, demonstrate SIG's commitment to increasing its production capacities and strengthening its market position.
For the full year 2026, SIG confirms its forecast of 0% to 2% currency-adjusted revenue growth. The adjusted EBIT margin is expected to be between 15.7% and 16.2%.
Source: SIG
