Mulfords Plastics manufactures Laserlite Building Products in Dandenong, and is expanding its facility to enable increased production.
This project strengthens our ability to serve Victorian customers, reach new markets, and establish a foundation for regional growth. Melbourne’s strong and growing customer base and strategic connectivity make it the perfect hub to expand our manufacturing capacity. said Perry Pericleous, Managing Director, Mulfords Plastics
The decision to establish a new building materials manufacturing facility in Melbourne was driven by several key factors including:
- The long-term potential to become a leading player in Victoria.
- Predictions that Melbourne will become the largest city in Australia by 2033-34.
- A robust pipeline of projects, including the Victorian Government’s $90 billion Big Build initiative.
- A strong and growing customer base, providing immediate market access.
Additionally, Melbourne's connectivity to other states and its skilled workforce make it an attractive and suitable location for expansion.
Mulford Plastics engaged the expertise of Invest Victoria’s Melbourne office to support this significant project. The office’s expertise in local regulations, understanding business costs relative to other states, and introductions to key stakeholders, including local councils, were instrumental in the decision to expand in Victoria.
Invest Victoria’s insight into the local business environment increased our confidence in Melbourne and made our investment journey easy. said Perry Pericleous, Managing Director, Mulford Plastics.
This expansion strengthens the state’s competitive edge by boosting market competition and reducing reliance on interstate products. The project will contribute to Victoria's manufacturing sovereignty, lowering costs and shortening lead times for construction projects.
This development highlights Victoria's appeal as a destination for business expansion, reinforcing its position as a regional hub for innovation and growth.
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About Impack Pratama and Mulford Plastics
Impack Pratama began commercial operations in 1981 and is now a top 100 listed company on the Indonesian Stock Exchange.
Impack Pratama employs over 2,000 people across South-East Asia, South Asia, Australia and the Middle East.
In 1990, it acquired Mulford Plastics, the leading plastic sheet distributor in Australia and New Zealand. Since then, Mulford Plastics has helped pioneer innovative plastics applications across the region, shaping its wide-ranging use across various industries.
Mulford Plastics manufactures building, construction and signage materials for industrial, commercial, and residential projects at facilities in Western Australia, New South Wales, and Queensland. It operates a nationwide distribution network, including a major distribution centre in Dandenong South, Victoria.
