The Daily Dig:
The Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation announced that Swire Coca-Cola, USA will construct a 620,000 square foot manufacturing facility at Peak Innovation Park in Southeast Colorado Springs, near the airport. The project carries a $475 million capital investment, with groundbreaking set for 2026. The plant will replace Swire's 90 year old Denver production facility and consolidate those operations.
The new plant will manufacture over 230 beverage products across more than 60 brands, including soft drinks, water, teas, juices, and sports drinks. The development is expected to generate roughly 170 net new permanent positions and support approximately 1,190 construction and installation jobs, delivering an estimated $103 million in direct construction labor income to El Paso County. Swire Coca-Cola is headquartered in Draper, Utah, employs around 1,300 people across Colorado, and currently operates a distribution facility in Colorado Springs with 170 workers. The company plans to pursue LEED Gold certification.
Project Snapshot
Announcing Organization: Colorado Springs Chamber & Economic Development Corporation
Company: Swire Coca-Cola, USA (HQ: Draper, UT)
Investment: $475 million
Facility Size: 620,000 SF
Location: Peak Innovation Park, Southeast Colorado Springs, near Colorado Springs Airport
Purpose: Replace 90 year old Denver production plant and consolidate operations
Permanent Jobs: 170 net new roles
Construction Jobs: 1,190 construction and installation roles
Construction Labor Income: $103 million (El Paso County)
Sustainability Goal: LEED Gold certification
Groundbreaking: Planned for 2026
Site-Selection Codename: Project Manitou
TheJobWalk Thoughts:
Bottling plants don't come together casually. Site prep, utility infrastructure, process piping, refrigeration, packaging equipment, it all runs to food-grade standards with tight tolerances. Nearly 1,200 construction jobs and a 2026 start means early positioning on precon and equipment integration matters. Waiting for the phone to ring puts you behind.
