Dangote Packaging Limited (DPL) is set to make a bold entry into Africa’s export market following a substantial ramp-up in its production capacity, a move that positions the company as a key player in the continent’s industrial packaging sector.
The announcement was made during a strategic board meeting last Wednesday, where the Chairman of DPL’s Board of Directors, Mr Robert Ade-Odiachi, revealed that the company’s production capacity had increased from 36 million to 52 million polypropylene bags per month.
With new state-of-the-art machinery recently commissioned at its two manufacturing plants, DPL is now primed for regional expansion.
“With the current increase in production capacity, DPL is ready to explore markets across West, Central, and Southern Africa.
“Once domestic demand is met, it is only logical to channel our surplus to new territories. To this end, we have engaged an export team to lead the charge,” Mr Ade-Odiachi stated.
According to him, the expansion aligns with the company’s vision of becoming a continental leader in industrial packaging solutions.
He emphasised that DPL’s operations are built on global best practices, combining advanced technology, skilled manpower, and a commitment to product excellence.
“Our product quality is unmatched, and our pricing remains competitive,” he added.
To ease entry into target export markets, Ade-Odiachi also hinted at potential trade concessions, which he said would help accelerate DPL’s market penetration and build long-term partnerships across the continent.
The expansion dovetails with the broader growth trajectory of the Dangote Group, with DPL playing a crucial role in supplying packaging solutions across the Group’s vast industrial portfolio.
“With our refinery and petrochemical plants now supplying key raw materials, we have achieved self-sufficiency, further reinforcing our long-term growth prospects,” Ade-Odiachi said.
Alhaji Mustapha Matawalle, Dangote Group Treasurer and DPL Board Member, highlighted the broader economic implications of the company’s latest move.
“This is not just about market dominance and revenue generation. It’s also about creating jobs and boosting Nigeria’s foreign exchange earnings through export activity,” he noted.
He also praised DPL’s unwavering commitment to Health, Safety, Security, and Environmental (HSSE) standards, stressing that the company’s operations are fully compliant with regulatory frameworks and best industry practices.
The latest developments follow the commissioning of high-performance machinery in April.
Speaking during the event, DPL Managing Director, Mr Sai Prakash, described the equipment as “cutting-edge and pivotal to enhanced productivity and product quality.”
“With our rapidly expanding capabilities, stepping into the African market is a natural and timely progression,” Prakash said.
As DPL eyes new frontiers, the company’s strategic investment in technology and human capital is expected to drive long-term growth, enhance Nigeria’s manufacturing footprint, and reinforce the Dangote brand’s influence across Africa.
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