USA: Chobani to invest $567 million in Michigan coffee plant

Chobani, the US food and beverage manufacturer, is to invest $567 million in the expansion of its La Colombe coffee production facility in Norton Shores (MI).

According to the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC), the project involves adding more than 200,000 sq ft (approximately 18,580 sq m) of production space to the existing site. The expansion is expected to create 337 new jobs in the region while retaining 312 existing positions.

The move follows Chobani’s acquisition of La Colombe for $900 million in late 2023, a deal aimed at diversifying the company’s portfolio beyond its core Greek yoghurt business into the fast-growing ready-to-drink (RTD) coffee segment.

Commenting on the investment, Chobani founder and CEO Hamdi Ulukaya said: “La Colombe has been making ready-to-drink lattes in Norton Shores for more than a decade, and from day one this community has welcomed us with open arms. […] This is just the beginning of a beautiful journey together in West Michigan, and we’re committed to being part of it for many years to come”.

The company noted that the phased expansion will include additional production lines, enabling it to meet surging demand for RTD lattes and create capacity for future product innovations.

Source: Chobani / Food Dive / Michigan Economic Development Corporation / FoodBev