Coca-Cola Vietnam proudly announced the grand opening of its new South Plant in Tay Ninh province, signifying a pivotal moment in the company’s 31-year legacy of refreshing Vietnamese consumers. This state-of-the-art facility embodies Coca-Cola’s commitment to innovation, sustainability, and long-term growth in Vietnam and the broader ASEAN region.

The inauguration ceremony was a prestigious affair, attended by senior leaders from Vietnam’s central, provincial, and local governments, alongside distinguished guests from the U.S. and U.K. Consulates General.

Representatives from Swire Coca-Cola included Patrick Healy, Chairman of Swire Coca-Cola and Cathay Pacific, and Karen So, CEO of Swire Coca-Cola. From The Coca-Cola Company, honored guests included Nancy Quan, Executive Vice President and Global Chief Technical & Innovation Officer, and Selman Careaga, President of the ASEAN and South Pacific Operating Unit, along with other senior executives. The event also welcomed valued business partners and Coca-Cola Vietnam associates whose dedication helped bring this milestone to life.

A sustainable, future-ready facility

With a total investment of USD 136 million, the new South Plant exemplifies the fusion of cutting-edge technology and sustainability. It is the first food and beverage facility in Vietnam to receive LEED v4 Gold certification for Building Design & Construction — a benchmark in green manufacturing practices.

The plant is equipped with:

• High-speed production lines

• Smart energy monitoring systems

• Advanced water recovery technologies

• On-site solar power solutions

Furthermore, the site utilizes a wall-to-wall production model, enabling seamless integration with key supply chain partners, enhancing operational efficiency and significantly reducing carbon emissions.

A cornerstone for long-term growth

Speaking at the ceremony, 鄭惠如 Milly Cheng, CEO of Coca-Cola Vietnam, shared: “This plant is a cornerstone of our long-term growth strategy in Vietnam and helps us realize our ‘Driven to Win’ spirit - toward limitless development goals.”

Nguyen Van Ut, Chairman of the Tay Ninh People’s Committee, also highlighted the project’s broader significance: “The operation of the Coca-Cola South Plant is not only economically meaningful, but also contributes to advancing the value chain in the processing and manufacturing industries. It acts as a catalyst for the development of supporting industries and logistics, while also spreading modern management experience and technologies.”

Enhancing community connection

In addition to the plant launch, Coca-Cola Vietnam unveiled the first-ever Coca-Cola Museum in Vietnam, showcasing the brand’s journey and its deep-rooted connection with local communities. A production corridor walkway was also introduced, providing visitors a unique, immersive behind-the-scenes experience into world-class beverage manufacturing.

With the launch of the new South Plant, Coca-Cola Vietnam opens a new chapter focused on expanding production capacity, deepening community impact, and advancing sustainable growth — in partnership with employees, customers, and consumers across the country.

Source - Coca-Cola Beverages Vietnam