Sundolitt (UK) invest in state-of-the-art new Expanded Polystyrene Insulation Plant in Corby

Sundolitt Ltd, the UK division of Sunde AS, are pleased to announce the opening of a new state-of-the-art 11,000 m² purpose-built manufacturing site in Corby, Northamptonshire early in 2023, to produce EPS construction products.

As Europe’s leading Expanded (EPS) and Extruded (XPS) Polystyrene manufacturer, this new development is the Sunde Group’s largest single investment in the UK, adding significant production capacity to key sectors within the construction, housebuilding and civil engineering markets.

The move is as a result of a strategic decision to develop the company’s vision to be the leading expanded polystyrene manufacturer within the construction industry. The location is central being accessible to support the Midlands, London and the wider south-east area, in additional to their more traditional markets. 

Bertil Sunde, Sunde CEO, comments “We are committed to the long-term strategic development of Sundolitt Ltd in the UK market and this investment will enhance our market position as a leading European supplier of EPS products.”

A family-owned business for more than 100 years, Sunde AS are one of the leading European players in the production and conversion of EPS and XPS based products. Employing nearly 500 staff across 21 sites, The Group provides each with technical support and R&D resources. Colin continues “We plan to recruit locally, offering quality employment in the new facility and developing a tight-knit team”.