# Alpek - **Website:** - **Primary alias:** `alpek.com` - **Other aliases:** `MX01AL0C0004`, `ALPEKA.MX`, `ALPKF` - **Founded:** 1975 - **Employees:** 5,001+ - **Location:** San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Len, Mexico - **Company kind:** PUBLIC COMPANY ## Description Alpek is a Mexican company that operates in the petrochemical and synthetic fibers sector. It is headquartered in San Pedro Garza García, Nuevo León, Mexico. Alpek has a long history that dates back to its founding in 1959. Originally known as Alfa Plásticos, it started as a small plastics business. Over the years, Alpek expanded its operations and diversified its product portfolio. In 2011, it changed its name to Alpek to reflect its broader focus on the petrochemical industry. The company's headquarters in San Pedro Garza García is a modern facility that houses the company's executive offices and administrative functions. It also serves as a central hub for Alpek's global operations. Alpek's main products and services include: 1. Polyester: Alpek produces and markets polyester resin, which is a key component in the manufacturing of textiles, packaging, and bottles. 2. Polypropylene: The company also produces polypropylene resin, which is used in a variety of applications including automotive parts, appliances, and packaging. 3. Expandable Polystyrene: Alpek manufactures expandable polystyrene, a lightweight material used for insulation, protective packaging, and construction applications. 4. Caprolactam: Alpek is one of the leading producers of caprolactam, a chemical used in the production of nylon. On a global scale, Alpek has a strong presence with operations in over 15 countries. The company has several noteworthy subsidiaries, joint ventures, and partnerships. One significant joint venture is Petrotemex, a partnership between Alpek and Japanese company Teijin. Petrotemex is one of the world's largest producers of polyester fibers. In terms of market position, Alpek is a major player in the petrochemical industry. The company has a strong global sales presence and competes with other industry leaders such as BASF, Dow Chemical, and ExxonMobil. Alpek's focus on innovation, sustainability, and strong customer relationships has helped it maintain a competitive edge. In recent years, Alpek has made several strategic moves to fuel its growth. In 2016, it acquired M&G Resins, expanding its polyester business. It also expanded its presence in the United States by acquiring several assets from Petrologistics, positioning itself for further growth in North America. As of the latest available information, Alpek continues to be a prominent player in the global petrochemical industry. The company remains committed to innovation, sustainability, and expanding its product portfolio to meet changing market demands. Its strong market position and strategic initiatives position it well for future growth and success. ## Industries - 🏭 Chemical Industry _(under Heavy Industry and Engineering)_ - 🏭 Heavy Industry and Engineering ## Links - [twitter](https://twitter.com/alpekofficial) - [linkedin](https://linkedin.com/company/alpek) ## Logos & icons - logo _(primary)_ — PNG, SVG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idFpVx0DJz/w/820/h/308/theme/dark/logo.png?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1777934916575) - icon _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idFpVx0DJz/w/400/h/400/theme/dark/icon.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1781828426261) ## Colors | Name | Hex | Theme | | --- | --- | --- | | Lochmara | #007fba | dark | | White | #ffffff | light | | Shakespeare | #64b1d5 | accent | ## Fonts - museo-sans — asset _(custom)_ - Merriweather — asset _(google)_ ## Imagery - banner _(primary)_ — JPEG — [download](https://cdn.brandfetch.io/idFpVx0DJz/w/1500/h/500/iddAXcwfgQ.jpeg?c=1bxid64Mup7aczewSAYMX&t=1781828426436) --- _Source: _ _See [/llms.txt](/llms.txt) for a full list of agent-readable pages, and [/auth.md](/auth.md) for how agents authenticate._