USA: Coca-Cola to invest $650 million in Michigan dairy plant

Coca-Cola, the US-based food and beverage giant, has announced plans to invest $650 million in the expansion of its Fairlife production facility in Coopersville (MI).

The project involves adding approximately 22,760 sq m of production space and two high-speed production lines to meet “sustained consumer demand” for the brand’s ultra-filtered milk and protein shakes, according to the company. Construction is expected to begin later this year, with commercial production on the new lines targeted for 2028. The expansion is also set to create around 150 new jobs.

This latest move follows a $650 million investment in a new Fairlife production site in Webster (NY), which was scheduled to become operational by the end of 2025.

The Coopersville site, which has been operational since 2012, currently employs more than 400 people and is one of Michigan’s largest dairy processing operations. The expansion is supported by state-level incentives, including an Alternative State Essential Services Assessment abatement valued at approximately $3.9 million.

Source: Coca-Cola / FoodBev / Just Drinks / State of Michigan