Earlier this week, beverage giant Keurig Dr Pepper Canada (KDP Canada) announced its expansion into Alberta, securing a 100,000-square-foot space in the new XTL Group distribution center located in Balzac, on the outskirts of Calgary.
Carl Saba, Vice President of Supply Chain and Operations at KDP Canada, stated that this strategic expansion aims to better serve the growing customer base in Western Canada, while also creating approximately 50 new jobs for local residents. This initiative is seen as a crucial element in supporting the company’s continuous growth and meeting the increasing demand for its products.
The XTL Group distribution center, certified by C-TPAT, spans a total area of 474,000 square feet. This state-of-the-art facility boasts advanced features such as a 40-foot clear height, 120 trailer parking spaces, and 112 dock doors.
Luc Francoeur, Vice President of Sales at XTL, mentioned that the XTL Group has made significant investments in Alberta’s economic sector and has created over 200 jobs since its operations began in 2008. The construction of this infrastructure will add 50 more jobs in areas such as handling, logistics management, and delivery services to cater to tenant companies.
Keurig Dr Pepper Canada’s operations in this new distribution center are set to commence this month. While the financial details of the agreement were not disclosed, Carl Saba emphasized that this five-year investment reflects their commitment to providing exceptional services to their Western Canadian customers. Enhancing the supply chain and increasing operational flexibility are also major objectives of this expansion.
