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Set to become operational in 2026, the new facility in Kentwood, Michigan will join the beverage co-packer’s existing plant in Hudsonville, Michigan.

The company has opened a 132,000-sq.-ft. facility in Provo, which joins its previous facility in American Fork, Utah.

Spanning nearly 150,000 sq. ft., the Barilla Innovation & Technology Experience is designed as a global hub to foster development across the group’s portfolio.

Built in one of Ontario’s fastest-growing food manufacturing regions, the facility is equipped with advanced production lines focused on liquid molding, liquid chocolate and industrial molding.

Construction began in early 2025 and existing production activities will be progressively transferred beginning in 2026.

Having localized production operations on 37 acres south of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro will ensure fresher baked goods, faster distribution and the ability to meet growing demand in North America.

Sunset Glaze is a plant-based, allergen-free alternative to egg wash that delivers a golden finish.

The company is making a multimillion-dollar investment in the 200,000-sq.-ft. facility, providing production, logistics and warehouse space, including building one new small-format and two large-format production lines.

EIC Alyse Thompson-Richards recaps some recent plant openings, expansions and investments in the food and beverage industry.

The 160,000-sq.-ft. plant – Chomps’ second dedicated manufacturing facility – is slated to open in the second quarter of 2027.