SPR Packaging LLC
12-Mar-2007

PRESS RELEASE: March 12, 2007

ROCKWALL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION

SPR Packaging LLC
Begins Construction of 58,000 Square Foot Facility In Rockwall

March 12, 2007 (Rockwall, TX) – SPR Packaging LLC recently commenced construction on their new 58,000 square foot headquarters and manufacturing building on Industrial Boulevard, one-half mile north of Interstate 30 in Rockwall. This site is at the northwest corner of Industrial Boulevard and Justin Road extension. Phase I of the facility will house production, warehouse and administrative office functions for SPR Packaging LLC.

SPR Packaging LLC will produce food-grade flexible plastic packaging. Operations are expected to start during Fall 2007. Phase I will begin with 50 employees and will operate 24/7.

“We considered several other communities in the Dallas–Ft. Worth Metroplex for our new plant location. At the end of the day, Rockwall offered the best combination of features necessary for a successful world class manufacturing facility. We look forward to beginning operations this year,” said Steven P. Rosenberg, President of SPR Packaging LLC.

Phase I of the SPR Packaging LLC development is expected to bring $13.8 million in new investment to Rockwall. Future phases are expected to add about $38 million.

“The REDC is excited about having SPR Packaging LLC as part of our business community, and we are committed to helping them grow and expand their organization here”, said Sheri Franza, REDC President and CEO. The Rockwall Economic Development Corporation worked with SPR Packaging LLC in selecting its new location in Rockwall.

For more information, please contact:

REDC offices (972) 772-0025.