COSTA RICA – Coca-Cola FEMSA is investing 22.41 billion pesos (US$45 million) to expand its production plant in Calle Blancos, Costa Rica.   The upgrade aims to increase manufacturing capacity, improve warehousing, and strengthen exports to Nicaragua and Panama.  The Mexico-based bottler announced the expansion will include a new production line to optimize operational efficiency and meet growing consumer demand.   Additionally, the facility will have an expanded warehouse for finished goods and raw materials, enhancing storage and distribution.   The new phase of the plan ..read more

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Experts from ECOWAS countries have met in Côte d’Ivoire to address illegal, unreported, and unregulated (IUU) fishing. The discussions focus on cooperation, law harmonization, and strategies to protect fisheries ..read more