Anheuser-Busch Announces $10 Million Investment In Williamsburg Brewery To Expand Brewing And Packaging Capabilities

06 Dec 2013 --- Anheuser-Busch announced a new capital investment of $10 million into its Williamsburg brewery. The investment will help expand the brewery's packaging operation and other production needs and is part of more than $39 million that has been invested into the facility since 2011.

"The continued investment in our Williamsburg brewery allows us to expand our brewing and production capabilities, as well as make upgrades to increase the energy and water efficiencies of our operation," said Pete Kraemer, vice president of supply and head brewmaster for Anheuser-Busch.  "These investments also help support our talented team in Williamsburg, which is committed to carrying on our company's long history of brewing excellence."

The Williamsburg brewery, which opened in 1972, serves the states of Virginia, Maryland, North Carolina, South Carolina, West Virginia, Kentucky, Georgia and the District of Columbia.  It produces more than 40 different Anheuser-Busch beers, including the company's flagship brands, Budweiser and Bud Light.

"Today's announcement is another demonstration of Anheuser-Busch's commitment to our brewery, which has been in operation for more than 40 years," said Rick Shippey, general manager of the Anheuser-Busch Williamsburg brewery.  "This investment includes the addition of a slim package to one of our existing can lines, which will further enhance our ability to offer new and innovative packages for our consumers."

The Anheuser-Busch Williamsburg brewery remains one of James City County's key employers and contributors to the regional economy.  The brewery has also been recognized with several environmental awards this year, including the Governor's Environmental Excellence Award for Energy Conservation and the Most Outstanding Business in Virginia for Excellence in Recycling by the Virginia Recycling Association.