2010s · Our History
A Decade of Expansion & Advancement
Molenaar shifted its focus toward advanced cup-line technology — becoming a global leader in plastic-cup manufacturing systems — while rapidly expanding its footprint across Africa and beyond.
2010 — Advancing cup-line technology
Molenaar shifted its focus toward advanced cup-line technology, becoming a global leader in plastic-cup manufacturing systems. This allowed the effective packaging of products such as fruit, olives, peaches, apricots and mixed fruits in syrup, with a flexible, hygienic design suited to growing demand for convenient, retail-ready products.
2012 — Global recognition and African expansion
Molenaar’s rotary sterilisation technology was acquired by JBT Corporation, underscoring the global recognition of the company’s engineering innovation. That same year, Molenaar completed a full line for SAB Maluti Brewery in Lesotho — a significant milestone in its African expansion.
2018–2019 — Strengthening presence in emerging markets
Molenaar further expanded its African footprint, supplying complete systems to Coca-Cola Beverages Africa (CCBA) in Ghana and Uganda — reaffirming its capability, innovation and reliability in delivering tailored solutions to emerging markets. Backed by permanent on-site technical support, its enhanced cup-line technology allowed manufacturers to dispatch products directly to retail without incubation, streamlining the supply chain.
International expansion:
- 2011 — Establishment in Eswatini
- 2014 — Expansion to Australia
- 2014 — Presence established in Mauritius
