QLM Label Makers Vietnam – Hoang Ha Label Co., recently celebrated the official opening of its new manufacturing facility in Ho Chi Minh City. With a total investment of over USD $15 million and covering an area of 6,000m², the company is making significant strides in label and packaging technology to meet the increasingly diverse demands of the Vietnamese and broader Asia-Pacific markets.
The newly designed factory consists of several dedicated areas focused on different printing technology, including flexographic label printing, offset printing for soft folded cartons, digital printing technology for both labels and sheets as well as the newly installed digital flexible packaging printing and finishing equipment. The investment in upgraded equipment and expanded production lines provide enhanced options and productivity for the label and packaging market, particularly in the emerging flexible packaging area.
The event also celebrated the 50th anniversary of the QLM Group and the 25th anniversary of Hoang Ha Label Co., Vietnam’s oldest privately owned label manufacturer. The leadership team from the QLM Group joined over 200 invited guests to reflect on the group’s journey and have an opportunity to experience the latest state-of-the-art equipment and technologies in operation.
Speaking at the event, Dang Tan Khoa, Managing Director of HHLC-QLM Vietnam, noted: “From a modest scale with a few one- to two-colour flatbed machines, HHLC-QLM Vietnam has expanded the factory to 6,000m², offering diverse services to provide comprehensive labelling and packaging solutions for domestic and international partners. Over the years, we have consistently prioritised technology as the focal point of our development. We are committed to continually upgrading technology and technical standards to adapt to the market’s diverse needs.”
In 1997, HHLC-QLM Vietnam pioneered applying six-colour letterpress printing in Vietnam. In 2014, the company adopted Vietnam’s first HP Indigo Digital Label press and now in 2023, HHLC-QLM Vietnam has further invested in HP Indigo Digital Flexible Packaging – installing Vietnam’s first HP 20000 Press, intending to expand its flexible packaging services, including stand up pouch, three-side seal, centre seal, sachets and box bottom bag
Officially opened by Sarah Hooper, Australian Consul General Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, Simon Pugh, Managing Director of the QLM Group, stated during the event: “Today, as we celebrate 50 years of providing labels and packaging, we do so with our eyes firmly to the future. We continue to build an international company, managed locally respecting local customs and traditions, whilst investing in the technology and people to ensure we deliver you innovative and effective label and packaging solutions that meet the needs of today’s ESG environment.”
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Guests at the official opening of QLM Label Makers Vietnam – Hoang Ha Label Co’s new manufacturing facility in Ho Chi Minh City
