What is the scale, location, and timeline of Nestlé's newly approved investment in Thailand?

Nestlé Thai Co. has received approval for a 23 billion baht ($688 million) greenfield investment to build a smart factory and distribution center in central Samut Prakan province; the facility is scheduled to begin operations in the fourth quarter of 2028.

What will be the production capacity and key sustainability and employment features of Nestlé's new Thai facility?

The facility will have an annual production capacity of 170,000 metric tons of Nescafé soluble coffee, coffee mixes, and ready-to-drink beverages; it will use artificial intelligence, robotic automation, and advanced manufacturing systems to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact, and is expected to create more than 520 jobs for Thai engineers and technical specialists.

Thailand Approves $688 Million Investment by Nestle for Smart Factory, Distribution Center

Jul 8, 2026

Thailand approved a $688 million Nestle investment for a smart factory producing Nescafe and beverages by 2028. The facility will source local agricultural inputs like coffee beans and sugar, supporting the regional food manufacturing hub.

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2026-07-08

Thailand Approves $688 Million Investment by Nestle for Smart Factory, Distribution Center

Thailand Approves $688 Million Investment by Nestle for Smart Factory, Distribution Center

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