# Coleus Packaging invests R200m in Alrode metal crown plant upgrade

Coleus Packaging invested about R200 million upgrading its Alrode facility and equipment, including new SACMI punching and lining machines, a new coater and printer, and expanded factory footprint. The upgrade was officially launched on March 20, 2026.

- Type: Expansion
- Announced: 2026-03-20
- Where: Alrode, Alberton, South Africa
- Value: $11.0M (200.0M ZAR)
- Status: completed
- Products: metal crowns, punching and lining machines
- Sectors: [Packaging](https://endata.com/sectors/packaging.md)

## Companies

- [Coleus Packaging](https://endata.com/companies/11557.md)
- [Sacmi](https://endata.com/companies/2154.md) (partner)

## Sources

- [citizen.co.za](https://www.citizen.co.za/alberton-record/news-headlines/local-news/2026/03/31/coleus-packaging-invests-r200m-in-alrode-facility-to-boost-manufacturing-and-expand-into-africa/), 2026-03-31: "The company has invested approximately R200 million in upgrading its facility and equipment."

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