Kerry Group to Open First US Coffee Plant in Pennsylvania, Creating Jobs and Boosted by State Funding
Kerry Group is set to open its first manufacturing plant in Pennsylvania, choosing Hanover Township, Northampton County, for its new news facility. The Irish food ingredients giant is leasing a building previously occupied by Martin Bauer Group and plans to retain 16 employees from that business. The project is backed by significant state funding and is expected to create new jobs.
The new production news, slated to open in 2026, will be led by John Cahalane, president of Kerry's Flavor Division. It will support refrigerated logistics for temperature-sensitive coffee ingredients, catering to the global food and beverage market's rising demand for all-natural coffee products. Cahalane, who also serves as president and CEO of Kerry North America, sees this expansion as a driver for business growth and innovation.
The project has received a boost with $516,880 in state funding. This includes a $316,880 Pennsylvania First grant and a $200,000 WEDnetPA grant for workforce training. Kerry Group is also exploring the Manufacturing Tax Credit Program for additional tax benefits. The company is committed to sustainable nutrition and local community development in Bethlehem.
Kerry Group's new plant in Hanover Township aims to expand production capabilities and meet the increasing demand for all-natural coffee ingredients. With significant state support and a focus on sustainability and community development, the project is set to contribute to the local economy and the global coffee news.
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