Anheuser-Busch Invests $5.8M in Williamsburg Brewery, Expands Manufacturing Skills Training

What's the deal? Anheuser-Busch is investing $5.8 million in its Williamsburg, Virginia brewery to boost production of Michelob Ultra — the nation's top-selling and fastest-growing beer — and to build a new technical skills training centre for employees. The investment is part of the company's broader Brewing Futures initiative, a $600 million commitment to upgrade its US operations across 2025 and 2026.

"This investment in our Williamsburg Brewery allows us to continue producing the highest-quality, American beers we have crafted for generations, while supporting jobs and economic growth in the communities where we operate. By continuing to invest in places like Williamsburg, we reaffirm our longstanding commitment to the future of American manufacturing and to supporting veterans," said Brendan Whitworth, CEO, Anheuser-Busch.

• The $5.8M investment strengthens the Williamsburg Brewery's capacity to produce fast-growing brands like Michelob ULTRA, the #1 top-selling and fastest-growing beer in the US
• Part of Anheuser-Busch's $600 million Brewing Futures initiative investing in US operations across 2025-2026
• Funds a new technical skills training center — one of 15 being opened nationwide — to upskill employees in technical fundamentals, digital tools, management systems, and mechanical/electrical systems
• Anheuser-Busch plans to upskill more than 90% of its manufacturing workforce over the next five years
• The Williamsburg Brewery employs the most veterans and active service members of all Anheuser-Busch US breweries, with nearly 20% of its workforce being veterans or active service members

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