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60 years of kp

At Klöckner Pentaplast (kp) we are proud to be marking our 60th anniversary in 2025.
kp was founded in Montabaur, Germany, in 1965, and since then we have continued to deliver game-changing innovation and service excellence as one of the world's leading sustainable packaging solutions companies.

As we reflect on our past and our proud heritage, we also look to the future as we continue to innovate, design and manufacture sustainable packaging solutions, responding to the needs and challenges of our customers.

We’d like to thank our loyal customers, partners, and dedicated team members who have been part of kp’s journey so far!

Join us as we explore the achievements and milestones of the last 60 years.
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Our anniversary

Celebrating 60 years of sustainable packaging innovation, design and manufacture, and delivering excellence for our customers around the globe.

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60 years

Building a legacy of excellence with Klöckner Stadium

At kp, we strive for excellence in the materials we create, and in the impact we leave on the communities we serve. This philosophy of giving back and fostering growth lives on through one of our notable partnerships: Klöckner Stadium at the University of Virginia.
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60 years

Historic machinery meets modern innovation at kp’s Gordonsville site

Discover the hidden history of the packaging industry preserved at our factory in Gordonsville, USA - a historic calender machine from 1934. This piece of machinery was the first to produce rigid PVC films, marking a key innovation in the manufacturing world.
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60 years

Innovating with purpose for sixty years

The plastic packaging industry has undergone a profound transformation over the past few decades, driven by advancements in automation, customer preference and legislation. Innovation has also played a major role in reshaping design and production processes, helping enhance efficiency and reduce environmental impact, creating the kp we know today.
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