TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. — One of the leading beverage manufacturers in the United States is pouring $160 million into opening a facility in Tangipahoa Parish.
Niagara Bottling will establish a production facility near Hammond, according to a press release from the Governor's office. The press release said the facility will generate a total of around 170 new jobs in the Southeast Region.
“Niagara’s new production facility will help grow Louisiana’s food and beverage industry while continuing to diversify and strengthen our thriving manufacturing sector,” Gov. John Bel Edwards said. “Manufacturing jobs have a powerful ripple effect on our economy, so the 170 new job opportunities this project creates will benefit not only Tangipahoa Parish but the entire Southeast Region.”
Hailing from California, Niagara supplies "some of the largest" beverage brands, grocers, convenience stores and retailers in the U.S. with a multitude of beverages including bottled water, vitamin, and flavored waters, teas, coffee, protein drinks, sports drinks, and more.
“Niagara Bottling is grounded in principles that put strong business and community relationships first, and we look forward to deepening our connection with Tangipahoa Parish through the establishment of this facility,” said Niagara Bottling Executive Vice President Brian Hess. “Louisiana has a rich beverage manufacturing history, and Tangipahoa Parish stood out as a highly attractive partner for this project thanks to a combination of location, logistical support and potential workforce.”
Construction is expected to begin on the 500,000-square-foot facility in the second quarter of 2023.
"In Tangipahoa Parish we work hard to grow our advanced manufacturing industry,” Tangipahoa Parish President Robby Miller said. “We know this project will enhance Tangipahoa's economic landscape and in turn, benefit everyone in this region. We thank Niagara Bottling Company for choosing Tangipahoa Parish to build their newest manufacturing and distribution site. The significant investment and job creation for our citizens will make a major impact on Tangipahoa, and we are extremely grateful they chose us."
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