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PepsiCo Beverages North America (PBNA) has opened its largest warehouse and distribution centre in the Southeast, located in Smyrna, Tennessee, US.

The new facility, spanning nearly 400,000 square feet, is now PBNA's second largest in the United States.

The centre replaces the former downtown Nashville warehouse, tripling the local capacity. It features modern amenities such as open office spaces, enhanced safety technology and a climate-controlled environment, designed to improve both employee and customer experiences, as well as drive continued growth across Middle Tennessee.

With the capacity to distribute 20 million cases of PepsiCo beverages annually – including Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Bubly, Gatorade and Rockstar – the facility will serve 14 counties in the Nashville metropolitan area.

Heather Hoytink, president of PBNA's south division, said: "We are thrilled to expand into Smyrna as our business continues to grow in the Greater Nashville region. With our rich history in the state of Tennessee, we're so proud to invest in this growing community and support its world-class hospitality scene, vibrant culture, and strong business footprint. Today, we are celebrating our storied history in this great state and beginning our new chapter in Smyrna for many years to come."

Smyrna Mayor Mary Esther Reed added: "Our town is welcoming this new facility with open arms and cannot wait to see its direct impact here in Smyrna as it opens new doors – from new job openings to an amplified customer experience, there's so much for our local residents to look forward to."

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