Owens-Illinois Inc. (OTCMKTS:OIBRQ) is a leading global manufacturer of glass packaging solutions. The company designs, produces and sells a broad range of hollow-glass containers for the food, beverage, wine, spirits, cosmetic and pharmaceutical markets. Through its network of manufacturing facilities, Owens-Illinois provides customers with glass packaging that combines durability, product protection and design versatility.
Headquartered in Perrysburg, Ohio, Owens-Illinois traces its roots to the 1929 merger of the Owens Bottle Company and the Illinois Glass Company. Over the decades, it has expanded its footprint across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia-Pacific and Africa, operating more than 70 plants worldwide. The company emphasizes sustainable manufacturing practices, including the use of recycled glass cullet, energy-efficient production processes and lightweight container technologies.
Owens-Illinois’s product portfolio spans standard and specialty glass containers in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. Its solutions serve a diverse customer base—from large beverage producers seeking high-volume runs to niche craft distillers and boutique cosmetic brands requiring bespoke packaging. The company invests in innovation centers and technical support services to help customers optimize fill-line efficiency and branding opportunities.
As of 2021, Andres M. Lopez serves as President and Chief Executive Officer. Under his leadership, Owens-Illinois has pursued strategic initiatives in sustainability, operational excellence and digital customer engagement. The company continues to focus on lightweighting, post-consumer recycled content and collaborative design partnerships to meet evolving market demands.
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