Lassonde Industries has unveiled its newly expanded and enhanced beverage manufacturing facility in Hendersonville, North Carolina, which includes the addition of a new single serve aseptic juice production line and a 104,000 sq ft distribution center. These improvements are thanks to a USD$53 million investment.
“The expansion and improvements at the Hendersonville facility demonstrate Lassonde’s commitment to a growth strategy that builds long term value by continuously seeking new ways we can meet customer needs, particularly in the U.S. market,” said Vince Timpano, President and Chief Operating Officer of Lassonde Industries.
“Our investment in Hendersonville will produce immediate and long-term benefits including higher volumes and more variety of the products consumers enjoy and have come to expect from us.”
Lassonde is now operating its first aseptic single serve line in the U.S. which offers personal convenience with 10oz and 16oz beverage sizes that come in six, 12 and 24-pack solutions for consumers on the go. Aseptic processing and packaging also delivers a great tasting product while lowering the amount of plastic used and reducing water and energy usage during production.
In addition, a new 104,000 sq ft distribution center will increase overall distribution capacity. Together, these improvements are helping to make Lassonde’s operations more sustainable.