A M King Wins ABC National Excellence in Construction Award for Ripening and Processing Facility
A M King announced that it was recognized by the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) for the company’s project delivery of a new 275,000-sq.-ft. avocado ripening and processing facility for Mission Produce, Inc. in Laredo, Texas. A M King took second place in the Industrial ($25 million-$50 million) category, winning ABC’s Pyramid Award for Excellence in Construction (EIC). A M King received its Pyramid Award at ABC’s 33rd annual EIC gala in Orlando on March 16, 2023.
Dan Crist, A M King vice president, says, “Mission Produce had a clear vision for developing their North American flagship facility. Misson’s leadership wanted to build their largest and most innovative facility of its type yet—and the innovation is evident to all who visit the completed facility. They were very intentional about positioning the facility to expedite imported fruit from Mexico, serving as a major hub for avocados coming from Mexico to the U.S., as well as providing greater flexibility and expanded capabilities for their growing customer base.”