ALPLA Group, a global leader in packaging and recycling, has acquired all shares of its joint venture with Taba, fully integrating the facility in 10th of Ramadan City, Egypt, into its operations. The site produces plastic bottles, preforms, and closures for markets across North Africa and the Middle East. Since 2024, it has also served as the central accounting service hub for ALPLA’s Africa, Middle East, and Turkey (AMET) region.
This acquisition marks a significant milestone for ALPLA, which had been the majority shareholder of the venture since its establishment eight years ago. “The close cooperation with Taba has laid the foundation for our success. During our time together, we have consolidated our market-leading position. Now we are taking the next step,” said Javier Delgado, Regional Managing Director AMET at ALPLA.
The facility employs approximately 450 staff and utilizes various advanced technologies, including injection blow moulding, injection stretch blow moulding, extrusion blow moulding, and injection moulding, to cater to industries such as food, beverage, household goods, beauty care, and pharmaceuticals. ALPLA supplies both international brands and local businesses from this site.
Expanded focus on Pharmaceuticals and Recycling
ALPLA’s operations in Egypt have expanded to include standard packaging for pharmaceutical products, positioning the company as a leading manufacturer in this sector. “The expertise and experience of our partner Taba helped us greatly in the successful development of this business,” Delgado noted. Despite the acquisition, ALPLA and Taba will maintain ties through their joint venture, DEPACK, which produces food packaging using thermoforming technology.
Recycling also remains a strategic focus for ALPLA, which has long processed post-consumer recycled material (PCR) to support local circular economies. “Everywhere in North Africa and the Middle East, the need for safe, affordable, and sustainable packaging solutions is growing. Our presence in Egypt plays a key role in meeting this demand,” said Tarek Bassiouni, Regional Head of Finance & Controlling AMET at ALPLA.
The acquisition was finalized on December 16, 2024. The financial terms of the agreement have not been disclosed.