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Dangote Packaging Expands Output, Eyes African Markets
Dangote Packaging Limited (DPL) has unveiled plans to expand its reach into the African export market, following a significant boost in production capacity enabled by the commissioning of new machinery in two of its manufacturing plants.
The announcement was made during a strategic board meeting on Tuesday, where Chairman of the Board, Mr. Robert Ade-Odiachi, highlighted the company’s ambitious expansion plans.
According to Ade-Odiachi, the company’s monthly production capacity has increased from 36 million to 52 million polypropylene bags, with further growth expected in the coming years.
“With this increase in production, DPL is positioned to explore opportunities across West, Central, and Southern Africa,” he stated.
Ade-Odiachi emphasized that once local demand is met, the logical next step would be to channel surplus products to new markets. To facilitate this, DPL has assembled an export team to spearhead the initiative.
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“Our operations are backed by cutting-edge technology, highly skilled professionals, and robust production systems. This ensures that our products meet world-class standards while remaining competitively priced,” he added.
Additionally, Ade-Odiachi hinted at potential trade concessions to accelerate market entry in targeted regions.
This expansion aligns with the broader strategic growth of the Dangote Group’s industrial portfolio, reinforcing DPL’s role as a leading packaging provider within and beyond Nigeria.
The production boost is expected to enhance the Group’s internal supply chain while establishing DPL as a dominant player in regional packaging solutions.
Meanwhile, Dangote Group Treasurer and DPL Board Member, Alhaji Mustapha Matawalle, underscored the economic impact of the expansion.
“This initiative is not solely about business growth and revenue. It also aims to create job opportunities and strengthen Nigeria’s foreign exchange reserves through export activities,” he remarked.
Furthermore, with the Group’s refinery and petrochemical plants now supplying critical raw materials, the company has achieved self-sufficiency, solidifying its long-term growth prospects.
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