Transforming resources responsibly
We are an agro-industrial organization dedicated to the responsible processing of sugar cane for the production of sugar, molasses, alcohols and energy.
Our team of more than +17,900 employees in Mexico, Guatemala, Nicaragua and the United States, contributes to reach an annual production of 1.204 million tons of sugar and by-products.
As a group, we are leaders in the Central American region in sugar production and we rank among the ten most important in Latin America. Our products participate in local and international markets, with more than forty-one export destinations, where we supply food industries and refineries.
Growth with Experience.
Our operations began in the mid-19th century on the South Coast of Guatemala. Throughout our history of more than 173 years, we have been recognized internationally for our high standards in our products´ value chain.
1849
Pantaleon was born on August 8, 1849, under the enterprising vision of Manuel María Herrera when he bought the Pantaleon and San Gregorio estate, between Siquinalá and Santa Lucía Cotzumalguapa, Escuintla, Guatemala.
1870
Manuel María Herrera converted flat and uncultivated land into the Pantaleon estate, building within it the Pantaleon sugar mill.
1877
Manuel María Herrera establishes Herrera & Company with his two elder children: Francisco Herrera Moreno and Carlos Herrera Luna. In 1880, Pantaleon produced 40,000 25-pound sacks of sugar.
1883
After the death of his father, Carlos Herrera Luna takes over the company and begins to expand the capacity of the sugar mill, making it the largest producer of sugar in Guatemala. Carlos Herrera Luna incorporated advanced techniques in agriculture that he observed in other countries, from where he brought machinery and agricultural implements.
1893
The building of the Pantaleon train station began, which led trains from the sugar mill to Puerto San José, Guatemala, making the transport of sugar to the port more efficient and facilitating its exportation.
1920
Carlos Herrera Dorion continues his father´s vision and encourages sugar exports to international markets.
1973
Julio Herrera is named General Manager and the company changes its name to become Pantaleon, S.A. In the 1974/75 harvest, the production of sugar exceeded one million quintals of sugar.
1984
Pantaleon assumes the administration of Concepción sugar mill in Guatemala, thus enlarging its sugar operations.
1990
Continuing with the business vision of transforming resources responsibly, Pantaleon begins the cogeneration of electric energy based on the cane bagasse, contributing to sustainable energy generation in Guatemala.
1992
Pantaleon Foundation is created by members of the family, seeking to promote the social and economic development of the communities surrounding the operations.
1998
The Monte Rosa sugar mill is acquired, located in western Nicaragua, which has become the second largest producer in the country.
2004
Taking advantage of the resources of the cane, a distillery is built at Pantaleon sugar mill to produce ethanol and other related molasses products.
2006
In partnership with the UNIALCO Group of Brazil and Manuelita of Colombia, Vale Do Paraná sugar mill is acquired in Brazil, reaching a greater territorial expansion, opening new opportunities.
2008
Pantaleon acquires La Grecia sugar mill in Honduras.
2010
Since its inception, Pantaleon has maintained a firm commitment to the success of the people related to the operations of the organization. For this reason, since 1868 Pantaleon established a school within the facilities. Currently, Pantaleon has four schools, two in Guatemala and two in Nicaragua, where all students receive a scholarships by the organization. In 2010, a new school facility was built in Siquinala, Guatemala, creating a space that fosters an integral education.
2011
With the vision of becoming one of the ten most important sugar organizations in the world, participation in Vale do Paraná society is increased, the capacity of the Bio Ethanol distillery in Guatemala is augmented and Pánuco sugar mill is acquired in Veracruz, Mexico.
2012
The group achieves a production of 1 million tons of sugar.
2017
Vale do Paraná Mill in Brazil starts producing sugar.
2019
Under the strategic vision of strengthening Pantaleon´s position, the decision of selling the shares of Ingenio La Grecia in Honduras was made.
Pantaleon celebrates its 170th milling season.
Pantaleon Commodities Corp. is established in the United States.
2020
Pantaleon consolidates its operations in Guatemala.
Pantaleon acquires El Mante mill in Tamaulipas, Mexico.
2022
After a historic harvest, Panuco Mill becomes the number one sugar producer in Mexico.
Our Mexican operations increase their production substantially due to improved yields following the acquisition and expansion of El Mante Mill and the increase in Panuco Mill’s milling capacity.
Under the strategic vision of strengthening Pantaleon’s position, the decision is made to sell the shares of Vale do Paraná Mill in Brazil.
Pantaleon Today
With more than 173 years of operation, Pantaleon continues as a family business and has become one of the most respected conglomerates in Latin America.
A commitment to the world.
Sustainability is a key pillar for us, thus we work under what we call Responsible Development. This term refers to our commitment to execute a business strategy that incorporates the integral wellbeing of people, the environment and our surroundings.
Responsible Development is part of our culture and business strategy. It means ensuring our long-term success and fulfilling our vision of creating a better world. We ensure the welfare of our people, promote development, care for the environment, and produce quality products.
Learn more about each of our operations
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Mexico
Harvest Season 2021 / 2022
Panuco sugar mill
Acquisition date: 2011
El Mante sugar mill
Acquisition date: 2020
Guatemala – Pantaleon sugar mill
Acquisition date: 1849
Harvest Season 2021 / 2022
We are part of Azúcar de Guatemala which is formed by 11 sugar mills affiliated with the Guatemalan Sugar Association. -Asazgua-.
