The Gerresheimer Group has set itself the goal of halving CO2 emissions by 2030 compared with 2019. An important component of this endeavour is the use of state-of-the-art furnace technology in container glass production. The company is currently replacing one of its two furnaces at the German plant in Tettau, Bavaria.

"Against the backdrop of the current economic and geopolitical situation, Gerresheimer is sending a strong signal for a successful future with this investment in more sustainable technology. We believe in glass as a future-oriented packaging solution and are committed to the expansion of the Tettau plant," explains Kay Rohn, Managing Director of Gerresheimer Tettau.

Gerresheimer employs around 600 people and produces over 700 million glass containers a year at the Tettau plant. With the new multi-fuel oxygen furnace, Gerresheimer is laying the foundation for more sustainability in glass production. The use of green electricity will make a significant contribution to reducing the CO2 footprint after completion at the end of July.

To start the new furnace construction, the existing furnace was first drained and dismantled in mid-June so that the new furnace with new technology can be built afterwards. This furnace technology will help Gerresheimer to continue to support its international customers as a reliable partner on their way to more sustainable products.

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Image: The Gerresheimer Tettau plant employs around 600 people and produces over 700 million glass containers a year.