The story of glass production in Hostomel, Ukraine, began in 1912, when the Kyiv provincial administration granted permission to build a glassworks – on the condition that the nearby Irpin River would remain unpolluted. What followed was more than a century of evolution, from producing glass for kerosene lamps, carafes, donor bottles and perfume flacons, to today’s state-of-the-art glass containers made on multi-section moulding machines.
Over the decades, the glassworks has evolved and faced its share of challenges. However, it has remained committed to supplying high quality glass packaging to a wide range of industries.
There is an interesting parallel between the glassworks in Hostomel and the beginnings of Vetropack. In 1911, a year before the Ukrainian plant was established, Henry Cornaz founded a glassworks that would become Vetropack in 1966. Sharing a similar vision and values, the glassworks in Hostomel became part of the Vetropack Group in early 2006, marking an important milestone in its history.
This integration has opened up new opportunities for innovation and growth. Access to Vetropack’s expertise and resources strengthened the plant’s position in the market and contributed to years of successful production.
However, in February 2022, the plant was severely damaged by a Russian military attack, bringing operations to an immediate stop. Despite this unprecedented crisis, the spirit of the workforce and solidarity within the Vetropack Group prevailed. Thanks to tireless efforts and close cooperation with the local community, production resumed at the end of May 2023.
This recovery is more than just a return to business – it is a symbol of determination, resilience and hope. Today, the plant in Hostomel continues to play a vital role within the Vetropack network, carrying on its proud tradition of excellence in glass manufacturing.