Igloo Cooler

Igloo is an iconic American brand known for pioneering the portable cooler industry. Founded in 1947 in a small metalworking shop, the company revolutionized how people store food and beverages outdoors. Its flagship manufacturing plant in Katy, Texas, remains one of the largest cooler manufacturing facilities in the world, emphasizing its deep-rooted identity in American outdoor culture.

Over the decades, Igloo evolved from producing metal water buckets to high-performance plastic thermal containers. The brand has transitioned through various ownership structures, reflecting the growth and consolidation within the consumer goods sector. Today, it operates as a leading player in the global outdoor gear market, focusing on both traditional hard-sided coolers and soft-sided insulated bags.

In 2021, the brand was acquired by Dometic Group, a Swedish global leader in mobile living and outdoor products. This acquisition integrated Igloo into a massive international portfolio of outdoor equipment, though the brand maintains its headquarters and primary manufacturing operations in the United States to serve its core North American market.