Guala Closures, a leading manufacturer of closures for spirits, wine, water, beer, non-alcoholic beverages and edible oils, officially inaugurated its new greenfield facility yesterday in the Lagos Free Zone recently. The ceremony in Lagos was graced by Ugo Boni, Consul General of Italy; Adesuwa Ladoja, CEO of the Lagos Free Zone; Andrea Lodetti, CEO of Guala Closures; and other Group executives.
Spanning nearly 5,000 m², the plant was completed in a record 22 weeks and became operational at the end of 2024. It will supply West African markets with anti-counterfeiting safety closures—featuring innovations tailored specifically to regional needs—and is set to generate significant employment opportunities as it expands in the coming years.
Building on successful operations in Kenya and South Africa—including the recent acquisition of Astir Vitogiannis’s Johannesburg facility—Guala Closures has chosen Nigeria, Africa’s most populous nation, for its next strategic investment. With over 235 million people and a median age of 18, Nigeria’s rapidly growing middle class and rising demand for premium beverages present immense potential. The new Lagos plant will enable Guala Closures to serve both local businesses and global brands with high-quality, customized solutions.
“This investment underscores our commitment to advancing in the African market and creating value for our partners,” said Andrea Lodetti. “Our global presence and in-depth knowledge of local markets allow us to stay close to our customers, addressing their specific needs with customized solutions and outstanding service. By leveraging cutting-edge technologies and maintaining a strong focus on product quality and safety, we aim to enhance brand identity while offering robust protection against counterfeiting—an increasingly critical issue in the industry.”
Adesuwa Ladoja added, “We are delighted that Guala Closures, one of our most prestigious international clients, has chosen our ready-to-lease Standard Industrial Facility at the Lagos Free Zone for their expansion. We remain committed to supporting Guala Closures’ next phase of growth in Nigeria and West Africa.”
This new facility reinforces Guala Closures’ long-term vision for leadership in Africa and underscores its customer-centric philosophy, reflected in a global network of 37 production plants and seven research and development centers.