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Suntory PepsiCo Vietnam Beverage has inaugurated its ‘largest and most advanced’ manufacturing facility in Asia, located in Tay Ninh, Vietnam.

Opened on 10 July 2026, the company (a joint venture of beverage giants Suntory Japan and US-based PepsiCo) has made an investment of $300 million into the facility – its sixth manufacturing hub in the country.

In a statement announcing the launch, Suntory PepsiCo said the milestone marks a key step forward in its growth journey and reflects its long-term commitment to building a ‘future-ready,’ technology-driven and sustainable business.

The site is equipped with end-to-end automation and smart manufacturing systems across its operations, aiming to help the company serve customers faster and more efficiently.

It includes Suntory PepsiCo’s first fully automated warehouse in Vietnam and the region, designed to boost safety, responsiveness and operational efficiency.

Additionally, the LEED Gold-certified plant has been built with a sustainability-focused approach across operations, utilising biomass steam systems, solar energy, water reuse and zero-waste-to-landfill initiatives.