Guala Closures expands Mexican manufacturing
Guala Closures has acquired Vinventions’ screwcap production business located in Rosarito, Mexico, a move that is set to strengthen its supply chain across the US wine and spirits market.
Established in 2024, the Rosarito plant is a state-of-the-art facility that specialises in the production of high-quality 30 x 60 aluminium closures, with a total installed capacity of more than 200 million units per year and sporting added potential for further expansion.
Shorter lead times
Due to the business’s location and access to the North American market, the acquisition will provide Guala Closures with additional capacity to support growing demand from its US wine and spirits customers. This, the company has assured, will ensure short lead times and an enhanced level of customer service as well as offer up favourable transportation and trade conditions.
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Guala Closures CEO Andrea Lodetti said: “Establishing a dedicated production site in Mexico, which adds to our existing large plant in San José Iturbide, allows us to be closer to our US customers and respond more effectively to their needs – particularly those of the small and medium-sized winemakers that require a more tailored, local, and flexible supply base. With this transaction, we are also laying the groundwork for further expansions and future growth as we expect demand to continue to increase.”
Consistent performance
Guala Closures has been present in Mexico since 1979 with the establishment of Guala Closures Mexico, that, together with Guala Closures North America’s Fairfield facility, have been focused on serving wine and spirits customers across the US market. Alongside spirits, the US wine market continues to be a priority growth area for the business and has been supported by consistent performance and strong results in recent years.
The deal has been described as a decision that aligns with the company’s broader strategy of “pursuing targeted acquisitions to reinforce its leadership in high-value beverage closure segments and key geographic markets”.
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