is a leading manufacturer of rigid packaging for shelf stable food and other consumer goods products with annual net sales of approximately 3.8 billion in 2015 . the company operates 88 manufacturing facilities in north and south america europe and asia . silgan is a leading supplier of metal containers in north america and europe and a leading worldwide supplier of metal composite and plastic closures for food and beverage products . in addition silgan is a leading supplier of plastic containers for shelf stable food and personal care products in north america . news silgan to release third quarter 2016 earnings results on october 26 2016 read more silgan declares quarterly dividend read more silgan announces second quarter earnings ; revises full year estimate read more terms and conditions of use please read before continuing copyright 2016 silgan holdings inc. all rights reserved .