Tiger Brands unveils State-of-the-Art peanut butter plant in Johannesburg

SOUTH AFRICA – In a milestone event in Johannesburg’s West Rand, Tiger Brands has inaugurated its latest Peanut Butter plant in Chamdor, Krugersdorp.

Valued at approximately R300 million (US$15,940,243), this cutting-edge manufacturing facility serves as the new operational hub for South Africa’s beloved peanut butter brand, Black Cat.

The grand opening ceremony was graced by the presence of Tiger Brands CEO, Tjaart Kruger, alongside Deputy Minister Nomalungelo Gina from the Department of Trade and Industry and Competition (DTIC). 

In a statement shared on LinkedIn, Tiger Brands highlighted the significance of this venture, touting it as one of the largest capital investments the company has ever made for a single project. 

This bold move underscores the vast potential within the peanut butter category, promising sustainable returns for the future.

Tjaart Kruger, CEO of Tiger Brands, expressed optimism about the new facility’s capabilities and its strategic importance in maintaining the company’s market leadership.

“This new facility will introduce flexibility, improved efficiencies, and reduced costs,” he affirmed. 

The state-of-the-art plant is equipped with advanced technologies and streamlined processes enabling Tiger Brands to uphold its commitment to excellence while meeting market needs. 

With sustainability at the forefront of its operations, Tiger Brands is dedicated to minimizing its environmental footprint and maximizing resource efficiency.

The new plant embodies this ethos, incorporating innovative practices to minimize waste and optimize energy usage throughout the production cycle.

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