Niagara Bottling Expands Opelika, Alabama, Bottling Operations
09/09/2024
The investment includes the acquisition of new manufacturing machinery and other new personal property. The expansion is scheduled for completion by June 2026
“Expanding our operations is always a thrilling milestone for Niagara, and Opelika has proven to be a fantastic partner in this journey. The support and opportunities we've found here have been instrumental in our growth. We're excited about what the future holds and look forward to a long-lasting and prosperous relationship with this remarkable community,” said Brian Hess, Executive Vice President of Niagara.
To support the project the Opelika City Council unanimously approved a series of tax abatements.
“Niagara Bottling has exceeded our expectations as both a great community partner and an amazing company offering our citizens great career opportunities at very attractive wages,” noted City of Opelika Economic Development Director, John Sweatman. “The fact that they have decided to continue investing here in Opelika is a great testament to our highly skilled workforce and our positive business climate.”
Niagara Bottling, LLC is a manufacturer of bottled water and soft drinks. The company currently operates more than 40 bottling plants in both the U.S. and Mexico.
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