Calbee Establishes New Corn Snack Production Line at Hiroshima Hatsukaichi Factory, Approximately 1.5 Times Production Capacity for Japan Fritolay Products like 'Mike Popcorn'
Calbee Inc. will build a new corn snack production line at its Hiroshima Hatsukaichi factory, starting operations in April 2027. This expansion will increase Japan Fritolay's production capacity by about 1.5 times, aiming to improve logistics and establish a dual-base system. Japan Fritolay's sales and logistics functions are slated for integration into Calbee in October 2026.
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Calbee Inc. announced the establishment of a new corn snack production line at its Hiroshima Hatsukaichi factory, scheduled to begin production in April 2027. This new line will manufacture products such as "Mike Popcorn" and "Doritos," increasing Japan Fritolay's overall production capacity by approximately 1.5 times. The move is intended to enhance logistics efficiency and create a more robust production system by establishing a presence in western Japan, complementing the existing Koga factory. Japan Fritolay's sales and logistics functions are slated for integration into Calbee in October 2026.