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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Coca-Cola Announces Decision On Bubba Wallace Sponsorship
Bubba Wallace landed a fitting endorsement deal ahead of the Coca-Cola 600. Three days before Sunday's Cup Series race at Charlotte Motor Speedway, 23XI Racing revealed a new partnership with Coca-Cola Consolidated. The largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States is based in Charlotte. Advertisement "Big news! We're proud to welcome [Coca-Cola Consolidated] to the 23XI Racing family," 23XI Racing announced on social media. "Whether it's cooling down after a race or celebrating in Victory Lane, Coke is Bubba's go-to. Here's to more iconic moments on and off the track." "We're so excited to partner with 23XIRacing!" Coca-Cola Consolidated responded. "Cheers to making even more memories together!" DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA - FEBRUARY 16: Bubba Wallace, driver of the #23 McDonald's Toyota prepares for the NASCAR Cup Series Daytona 500 at Daytona International Speedway on February 16, 2025 in Daytona Beach, Florida. (Photo by)According to 23XI's press release, Coca-Cola Consolidated is now "the official soft drink partner of Bubba Wallace and the No. 23 team." The agreement will include branding on Wallace's Toyota and off-track engagement opportunities with fans and students. Advertisement "We're excited to welcome Coca-Cola Consolidated to the 23XI family," 23XI team president Steve Lauletta said. "For decades, Coca-Cola Consolidated has had a significant impact in the communities they serve, and we look forward to collaborating with them on meaningful programs that give college students a behind-the-scenes look at how our team operates. We also look forward to creating special moments for 23XI fans to meet Bubba at select races." Wallace can commemorate the new collaboration with a strong finish at Sunday's Coca-Cola 600. After finishing third in consecutive March races, Wallace has placed inside the top 15 in one of his last five points events. He ended 33rd at Texas and Kansas before finishing eighth at last weekend's All-Star Race. Seeking his first win since 2022, Wallace looks to make his second career playoff appearance. He's 10th in Cup Series points (310) this season, but two drivers behind Wallace (Austin Cindric and Josh Berry) have secured a postseason berth with 2025 victories. Advertisement The Coca-Cola 600 kicks off Sunday at 6 p.m. on Amazon Prime Video. Related: NASCAR Fans React To Dale Jr.'s Return Announcement Coca-Cola Announces Decision On Bubba Wallace Sponsorship first appeared on The Spun on May 22, 2025
Globe and Mail
15-05-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Coca-Cola Consolidated Invests $90 Million in Columbus Facility
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coca-Cola Consolidated is pleased to announce a $90 million investment in a new 400,000-square-foot distribution and warehouse facility, and two 15,000 square-feet buildings to house equipment repair services and fleet maintenance in Columbus, Ohio. The new 60-acre campus is part of the Rickenbacker Industrial Center located on Rohr Road. Through innovative sustainability processes, new technology, and designated learning center, the facility can better serve customers, the Columbus community and the surrounding region. 'The investment we've made here in Columbus is evidence of our focus on growth in Columbus,' said Sam Meiner, VP, Mid-West Market Unit at Coca-Cola Consolidated. 'This commitment to our teammates and production capabilities is a long-term dedication to improving how we serve the world's best brands and flavors to our communities and the people of Ohio.' The Columbus-based warehouse will handle more than 16 million cases of product a year and on average, about 75,000 cases a day. Coca-Cola Consolidated's state-of-the-art Vertique system is a semi-automated solution that improves warehouse productivity, efficiency, accuracy and working conditions. The campus also includes a new equipment services facility and a new fleet shop for Coca-Cola Consolidated's transportation subsidiary Red Classic Transit. The expansion also means workforce expansion. The investment has resulted in 35 additional hires, boosting overall employment to 360 teammates. From an on-site management team to new drivers through Red Classic Transit, the facility can distribute products not only to Ohio but to Kentucky and Indiana. The new campus also includes a sales center, on-site Wellness Clinic, and an experiential learning center providing Coca-Cola Consolidated teammates with hands-on training and the opportunity to develop and grow their skills. It boasts a state-of-the-art auditorium for larger classes and special events. Coca-Cola Consolidated's facilities leverage new equipment and sustainability efforts such as LED lighting, infrastructure for future EV charging stations, cardboard and plastic compactors and re-designed HVAC systems in its fleet shop. In addition, Coca-Cola Consolidated partners with Atlantic Packaging to recycle stretch film. The company's investment in Columbus is also an investment in Ohio. Across the state, Coca-Cola Consolidated currently has more than 2,210 teammates working in 15 facilities – including two manufacturing plants in Cincinnati and Twinsburg – serving more than 21,000 businesses. Coca-Cola Consolidated has been a supporter of local non-profits such as Ronald McDonald House, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 2nd and 7, and many others. About Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ: COKE) is the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. We make, sell and distribute beverages of The Coca-Cola Company, and other partner companies, in more than 300 brands and flavors across 14 states and the District of Columbia, to approximately 60 million consumers. For over 123 years, we have been deeply committed to the consumers, customers and communities we serve and passionate about the broad portfolio of beverages and services we offer. Our Purpose is to honor God in all we do, to serve others, to pursue excellence and to grow profitably. More information about the Company is available at Follow Coca-Cola Consolidated on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn. B-roll, soundbites and photos can be found at the links below. Video Photos
Associated Press
15-05-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Coca-Cola Consolidated Invests $90 Million in Columbus Facility
CHARLOTTE, N.C., May 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Coca-Cola Consolidated is pleased to announce a $90 million investment in a new 400,000-square-foot distribution and warehouse facility, and two 15,000 square-feet buildings to house equipment repair services and fleet maintenance in Columbus, Ohio. The new 60-acre campus is part of the Rickenbacker Industrial Center located on Rohr Road. Through innovative sustainability processes, new technology, and designated learning center, the facility can better serve customers, the Columbus community and the surrounding region. 'The investment we've made here in Columbus is evidence of our focus on growth in Columbus,' said Sam Meiner, VP, Mid-West Market Unit at Coca-Cola Consolidated. 'This commitment to our teammates and production capabilities is a long-term dedication to improving how we serve the world's best brands and flavors to our communities and the people of Ohio.' The Columbus-based warehouse will handle more than 16 million cases of product a year and on average, about 75,000 cases a day. Coca-Cola Consolidated's state-of-the-art Vertique system is a semi-automated solution that improves warehouse productivity, efficiency, accuracy and working conditions. The campus also includes a new equipment services facility and a new fleet shop for Coca-Cola Consolidated's transportation subsidiary Red Classic Transit. The expansion also means workforce expansion. The investment has resulted in 35 additional hires, boosting overall employment to 360 teammates. From an on-site management team to new drivers through Red Classic Transit, the facility can distribute products not only to Ohio but to Kentucky and Indiana. The new campus also includes a sales center, on-site Wellness Clinic, and an experiential learning center providing Coca-Cola Consolidated teammates with hands-on training and the opportunity to develop and grow their skills. It boasts a state-of-the-art auditorium for larger classes and special events. Coca-Cola Consolidated's facilities leverage new equipment and sustainability efforts such as LED lighting, infrastructure for future EV charging stations, cardboard and plastic compactors and re-designed HVAC systems in its fleet shop. In addition, Coca-Cola Consolidated partners with Atlantic Packaging to recycle stretch film. The company's investment in Columbus is also an investment in Ohio. Across the state, Coca-Cola Consolidated currently has more than 2,210 teammates working in 15 facilities – including two manufacturing plants in Cincinnati and Twinsburg – serving more than 21,000 businesses. Coca-Cola Consolidated has been a supporter of local non-profits such as Ronald McDonald House, Nationwide Children's Hospital, 2nd and 7, and many others. About Coca-Cola Consolidated, Inc. Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Coca-Cola Consolidated (NASDAQ: COKE) is the largest Coca-Cola bottler in the United States. We make, sell and distribute beverages of The Coca-Cola Company, and other partner companies, in more than 300 brands and flavors across 14 states and the District of Columbia, to approximately 60 million consumers. For over 123 years, we have been deeply committed to the consumers, customers and communities we serve and passionate about the broad portfolio of beverages and services we offer. Our Purpose is to honor God in all we do, to serve others, to pursue excellence and to grow profitably. More information about the Company is available at Follow Coca-Cola Consolidated on Facebook, X, Instagram and LinkedIn. B-roll, soundbites and photos can be found at the links below. Video Photos Contact: Ashley Brown Director of External Communications [email protected] 803.979.2849
