Mars Chocolate North America Opens $270 Million Production Center In Topeka, Kansas
03/27/2014
"This new $270 million facility, which will bring 200 new jobs to Topeka, is one of the largest investments in Mars history," said Debra A. Sandler, President, Mars Chocolate North America. "For more than 100 years, Mars has been committed to making our products in the markets where we sell them and this facility – in America's heartland – is further proof of our commitment."
Company officials said expansion in Kansas' capital city was selected after an exhaustive search that included visits to 17 states and more than 80 potential sites. Topeka rose to the top because of its talented local workforce, access to key amenities, including rail lines and utilities, the commitment of state and local leaders, as well as the connection between the community and the company's principles.
The plant is continuing to pursue onsite renewable energy and is working to incorporate a number of innovative solutions into the design and construction of the facility such as sending no waste to landfills in order to achieve U.S. Green Building Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design,” the company said. The company has also worked hand-in-hand with a number of federal, state and local officials since the site selection to make the site a reality.
"Residents of Topeka and Kansas have welcomed us with open arms," added Sandler. "This site is a critical addition to our network and will help fuel our future growth, but none of that will be possible without the continued support of our new neighbors."
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