Spanish Saica Group has announced plans to construct its second US corrugated plant in Anderson, Indiana.
The project represents an investment exceeding $110m and is expected to generate over 100 new jobs when reaching full operational capacity. This expansion aligns with Saica’s broader strategy to invest approximately $800m in the US market over the coming years.
Saica has received final approval from its Board of Directors, paving the way for construction to commence in May 2025. Operations are projected to begin in the fourth quarter of 2026. The facility will initially create 50 full-time positions within its first two years, with employment expanding to over 100 as production scales up.
The 32,500 m² facility will be equipped to produce more than 110 million m² of corrugated board and packaging annually. A key logistical advantage is the site’s direct access to a railroad line, facilitating efficient paper roll transportation and cost reductions. Additionally, the new plant will serve as a backup production site for Saica Pack Hamilton.
To support the development, the Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC) has pledged nearly $2.5m in incentive-based tax credits, training grants and Industrial Development Grant Fund incentives.
Saica Group’s President and CEO, Susana Alejandro, emphasised the company’s dedication to long-term growth in the American market: "Saica is committed to stability and long-term growth in the US. This investment demonstrates our confidence in the American market and our ability to provide differentiated products."
Beside the two packaging plants in Indiana and Ohio, Saica is also looking to establish a paper mill in the USA and is currently looking into opportunities in Dayton, Ohio.
Saica Group employs over 12,000 people and reported consolidated sales of €3.66bn in 2024
