Saica invests more than $110 million in its second corrugated cardboard plant in the U.S.

 

The new facility, which will be operated by the division Saica Pack, specializing in high-performance packaging solutions, is scheduled to open in the fourth quarter of 2026Once fully operational, the plant will generate more than 100 new jobs in the state of Indiana, strengthening the region's advanced production network.

 

Ceremony and Commitment to the American Market

 

The official groundbreaking ceremony was held with regional authorities in attendance, including Indiana Secretary of Commerce David J. Adams and Executive Director of the Madison County Economic Development Corporation Rob Sparks, as well as representatives from Saica and its construction partners.

 

Susana Alejandro, President and CEO of the Saica GroupHe emphasized the company's commitment to long-term growth in the U.S. "This investment is proof that we are moving forward with our plans in this market. We are convinced that we can offer products that will differentiate us in a saturated market," he stated. He highlighted that the expertise Saica's expertise in producing lighter paper and packaging will bring high-performance solutions to the US market, optimizing efficiency in the use of materials.

 

This investment of more than $110 million is part of Saica's strategic plan to invest approximately $800 million in the US market over the next few years.

 

Former State Senator Tim Lanane, representing Anderson Mayor Thomas Broderick, Jr., warmly welcomed the company: “We are very pleased to welcome Saica to our community. We are confident that their integration will be very positive and that they will become a key asset within the Anderson area’s advanced production network.”

 

Installation and Job Creation Details

 

The modern factory, with more than Sqm 32.000It is designed to produce 111,5 million square meters of corrugated cardboard packaging. It will have a rail connection to optimize the transport of paper reels and will serve as a backup plant for Saica Pack's factory in Hamilton, Ohio, strengthening supply chain security.

 

Saica will begin hiring technical and managerial profiles at the end of this year, with a goal of creating more than 50 full-time positions in the first two years. Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) has supported the project with performance-based incentives, including up to $2 million in tax credits and grants for training and infrastructure.

 

This investment of more than $110 million is part of Saica's strategic plan to invest approximately 800 million in the US market over the next few years. The group's arrival in Anderson represents a mutual benefit: the city gains a significant capital investment and more than 100 well-paying jobs, while Saica benefits from the skilled workforce, available industrial land, and logistical connectivity.