Sorg Group secures Paraguay glass project

Published 4th December, 2024 by Jess Mills

Parglass’ and Pavisa's greenfield glass facility is set to open in 2026.

The Sorg Group will work together on Parglass’ greenfield glass facility in Paraguay.

The $75 million facility is set to open in the first quarter of 2026, and will produce glass from a 100% renewable electric source.

Its electrical energy will be supplied by hydropower.

EME will deliver an upgradeable batch plant and cullet return system.

Sorg will provide an all-electric Vertical Super Melter (VSM) and forehearth.

SKS will be responsible for the associated steel delivery and construction works.

The furnace capacity will be 160 to 200 tpd.

Construction will start by January 2025, with engineering plans already drafted and approved.

The project is a partnership between Parglass, Pavisa and a local cement and construction company.

Jess Mills

Glass International Deputy Editor

Jess is the Deputy Editor of Glass International magazine. She has been training in creative and professional writing since 2017, earning her degree in 2020. Prior to joining Quartz Business Media, Jess worked as a freelance writer for a variety of companies and publications.