Nestlé opens US$675M beverage facility in Arizona, announces US$1B investment in Mexico 

USA – Nestlé USA has officially opened its new US$675 million beverage manufacturing and distribution facility in Arizona, marking a significant expansion of its U.S. operations.  

The new plant will produce creamers for several of Nestlé’s brands, including Coffee mate, natural bliss, and Starbucks, with the potential to expand into other beverage categories in the future. 

“Coffee culture is booming across the U.S. as consumers seek more options for customization and experimentation when it comes to their coffee at home,” said Daniel Jhung, president of Coffee & Beverage for Nestlé USA.  

“As the definitive leader in the refrigerated creamers space, we are focused on delivering on those consumer needs to drive the growth of our business and the category.” 

The 630,000-square-foot facility is Nestlé USA’s 20th food and beverage factory and is part of the company’s more than US$3 billion investment in U.S. manufacturing over the past several years.  

The factory is equipped with advanced digital tools and automation to allow for flexible production based on changing consumer preferences.  

It is expected to create 300 jobs while strengthening Nestlé’s distribution network on the West Coast. 

Sustainability is a key focus of the facility, which features water management tools capable of recycling and repurposing up to 75 percent of its treated processed water. 

Nestlé is also collaborating with students and researchers at Arizona State University to develop further innovations in water conservation and waste management. 

Additionally, the factory is zero waste for disposal, ensuring all waste is recycled, composted, or used for energy recovery. Renewable electricity is also being utilized to help lower carbon emissions. 

Nestlé invests in Mexico 

Meanwhile, Nestlé has also announced a US$1 billion investment in Mexico over the next three years as part of the government’s “Plan Mexico” initiative, which aims to reduce reliance on Chinese imports and boost domestic manufacturing. 

“This is a great opportunity to reinforce confidence in Mexico, its government, and the major opportunities Mexico offers to the whole world,” said Fausto Costa, general manager of Nestlé Mexico. 

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