Global packaging company Elopak is expanding its operations by adding a third production line at its facility in Little Rock, Arkansas. This move responds to the growing demand for the company’s sustainable Pure-Pak® cartons, which are essential in the food and drink packaging industry.
During Elopak’s quarterly results presentation, CEO Thomas Körmendi stated:
“This is a significant achievement. Just four months after we officially opened in Little Rock, we are already in the process of adding two new production lines. This is a testament to the quality of our low-carbon, sustainable Pure-Pak® cartons, which are resonating with brands and consumers alike.
I’d like to thank all our colleagues at Little Rock and our Americas team for their hard work, dedication, and incredible levels of effort, which are clearly paying off.”
The new production line will require an investment of USD 30 million and will manufacture a variety of smaller Pure-Pak® cartons, including school milk cartons. This enhancement aims to better meet Elopak’s customers’ needs and ensure continued growth.
In April, Elopak inaugurated its Arkansas facility, achieving full production capacity even before the first carton left the factory. By September 2024, the company announced plans for a second production line, driven by unexpectedly high demand. Anticipated production for this line is set to commence in 2026.
As Elopak’s first production facility in the United States, this plant represents a total investment of USD 128 million. It employs approximately 100 people and focuses on producing Pure-Pak® cartons for dairy, juice, plant-based beverages, and liquid eggs, reflecting the company’s commitment to food and drink sustainable packaging.
Expanding Elopak’s footprint in North America aligns with the company’s ‘Repackaging Tomorrow’ strategy, which aims to double revenue to EUR 2 billion by 2030.
In the third quarter of 2025, Elopak achieved its highest quarterly EBITDA to date, reporting EUR 49.1 million and a margin of 17.0%. With organic revenue growth of 1.2% year-over-year, totaling EUR 289.7 million, the Americas region showed considerable momentum, boasting an 18% sales increase year-over-year on a constant currency basis. Notably, the U.S. plant in Little Rock celebrated its first profitable quarter, marking a pivotal milestone in Elopak’s strategic expansion.