Nestlé USA has opened a new beverage factory and distribution centre in Glendale, Arizona, with an investment of $675 million.

The 630,000-square-foot facility will produce creamers for brands such as Coffee Mate, Natural Bliss and Starbucks, with potential to expand to other beverages in the future.

The new facility is part of Nestlé’s strategy to strengthen its presence in the US and meet the growing demand for coffee creamers, as more consumers incorporate them into their daily routines. According to Nestlé, with more than 70% of coffee drinkers using creamers, the company is poised to capitalise on this trend. The facility is designed to be flexible, enabling Nestlé to adjust production based on evolving consumer preferences, seasonal shifts and emerging trends.

The Glendale plant is Nestlé’s 20th food and beverage facility in the US, contributing to the company’s more than $3 billion investment in US manufacturing in recent years. The facility will create 300 jobs and bring Nestlé closer to its West Coast retail customers.

The factory features sustainability initiatives, including water management systems that recycle up to 75% of treated water and the use of recyclable, food-grade plastic bottles. It also operates as a zero-waste facility and runs on renewable electricity.

Daniel Jhung, president of coffee and beverage for Nestlé USA, said: "Coffee culture is booming across the US as consumers seek more options for customisation and experimentation when it comes to their coffee at home. As the definitive leader in the refrigerated creamers space, we are focused on delivering on those consumer needs to drive the growth of our business and the category."

"This new facility was built with the flexibility needed to support innovation, and will play a key role in helping us deliver for our customers and consumers now, and in the future."