Coca-Cola to Expand Plant in Jalisco with US$85 Million Investment

The Mexican Coca-Cola Industry (IMCC) has announced an US$85 million investment to expand its Jugos del Valle – Santa Clara plant in Lagos de Moreno, Jalisco. The project includes two new production lines focused on non-carbonated beverages, juices, and nectars, strengthening the company’s installed capacity and national coverage from a strategic location for the industry.

Expansion of Jugos del Valle – Santa Clara in Lagos de Moreno

Once fully operational, the expansion is expected to generate around 700 direct jobs, boost agro-industrial supply chains in the Los Altos region of Jalisco, and strengthen the ecosystem of suppliers in packaging, logistics, ingredients, and specialized services. For the state, this translates into increased economic spillover and the development of local talent.

Impact on Employment and Agro-Industrial Supply Chains

In a symbolic event, the company laid the cornerstone for the second phase of the expansion, with the participation of Jalisco Governor Pablo Lemus Navarro; Juan Carlos Jaramillo, General Director of Jugos del Valle – Santa Clara; Mayor Édgar González Chávez; and representatives from the Ministry of Economy (SE) and CONAGUA. The ceremony reaffirmed collaboration between the company and three levels of government to accelerate productive investments with regional impact.

The Governor highlighted that such investments are part of a virtuous circle that drives economic development and consolidates Jalisco’s leadership in the agro-industrial sector. “The Mexican Coca-Cola Industry continues to see Jalisco as one of the most important states for long-term growth,” he said.

“This expansion is the result of the support and joint work between our company and the three levels of government,” added Juan Carlos Jaramillo, who emphasized the institutional support received since operations began over eight years ago in Lagos de Moreno. He noted that this second phase strengthens the company’s commitment to local communities and regional development.

From a portfolio perspective, the IMCC is reinforcing diversification in non-carbonated beverages with the capacity to respond to evolving consumer trends. “What we are achieving today adds to the great platform that IMCC represents and delivers a direct impact across the country, working together for the Mexico we envision,” said Denisse Gaona, VP of Non-Carbonated Beverages at Coca-Cola Mexico.

Who Makes Up the IMCC

The Mexican Coca-Cola Industry is composed of Coca-Cola Mexico, eight bottling groups (including Arca Continental and Coca-Cola FEMSA), Jugos del Valle – Santa Clara, and its recycling plants IMER and PetStar. With more than 80 brands, the system supplies the national market and generates employment throughout its value chain, from agriculture to distribution.