Coca-Cola Consolidated invests $90M in Columbus facility

Coca-Cola Consolidated (COKE) announced a $90M investment in a new 400,000-square-foot distribution and warehouse facility, and two 15,000 square-feet buildings to house equipment repair services and fleet maintenance in Columbus, Ohio. The new 60-acre campus is part of the Rickenbacker Industrial Center located on Rohr Road. Through innovative sustainability processes, new technology, and designated learning center, the facility can better serve customers, the Columbus community and the surrounding region. “The investment we’ve made here in Columbus is evidence of our focus on growth in Columbus,” said Sam Meiner, VP, Mid-West Market Unit at Coca-Cola Consolidated. “This commitment to our teammates and production capabilities is a long-term dedication to improving how we serve the world’s best brands and flavors to our communities and the people of Ohio.” The Columbus-based warehouse will handle more than 16 million cases of product a year and on average, about 75,000 cases a day. The investment has resulted in 35 additional hires, boosting overall employment to 360 teammates.