Cambro Expands East Coast Operations with New 380,000 Sq. Ft. Distribution Center in North Carolina

Cambro has officially opened Holt Distribution Center, a new 380,000-square-foot facility in Mebane, North Carolina, marking a significant milestone in the company’s continued investment in its East Coast operations.

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Located next door to Cambro’s nearly 500,000 sq.ft. manufacturing facility, the new building allows for a seamless connection between production and distribution. Together, the two facilities nearly double Cambro’s operational footprint in the area to more than 850,000 square feet, reinforcing its commitment to faster, more efficient service for customers across the Eastern United States and Canada. 

Built for Growth and Efficiency

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Left to Right: Reagan Goral (President and CEO, Alamance Chamber of Commerce), Kelly Allen (Chair of Alamance County Commissioners), Argyle Campbell (President and Owner, Cambro), Ed Hooks (Mayor of Mebane), Mike Ortiz (Director of Logistics)

Holt Distribution Center was designed with current and future needs in mind. Equipped with 56 dock doors and two drive-in doors for streamlined logistics, the new facility is climate-controlled with insulated tilt-up panels and an insulated roof. 

Cambro first expanded beyond California in 2015 with the opening of its original Mebane facility. Since then, the company has continued to grow its East Coast presence to better meet customer demand and reduce delivery times. That growth demanded the opening of our Holt Distribution Center. 

”This facility is a testament to [Cambro’s] innovation, operational excellence and forward thinking vision. It's clear that Cambro is not only growing, but doing so in a way that strengthens all of the communities that you operate in Alamance County.” said Reagan Goral, president and CEO of the Alamance Chamber of Commerce.
Reagan Goral - Alamance Chamber of Commerce
Reagan Goral
President & CEO, Alamance Chamber of Commerce
Holt Distribution Center

By increasing storage capacity and improving distribution capabilities, Cambro is able to stock more products closer to its customers. Cambro’s goal is always to help foodservice operators get what they need, when they need it. At any time, Cambro has 1200 of its most popular products in stock, available for immediate shipment.

Supporting the Local Community

In addition to operational benefits, the new facility represents an ongoing investment in the Mebane community. Cambro has steadily expanded its workforce in North Carolina and expects to add up to 60 additional employees within the next few years as operations scale alongside customer demand. 

“The economic impact of this development is substantial. Cambro's investment will generate new employment opportunities, providing well-paying jobs for local residents and supporting families throughout Mebane. The expansion of our city's tax base can bolster essential public services, while new business partnerships and increased commerce will invigorate the local economy and contribute to the prosperity of our city.”
Ed Hooks
Mayor of Mebane

Local leaders and company executives have consistently highlighted the strong partnership between Cambro and the city of Mebane, citing its business-friendly environment and strategic location as key factors in the company’s expansion.

“[Cambro’s success contributes directly to the viability and resilience of our community. Congratulations to Cambro Manufacturing. Thank you for choosing Alamance County and thank you for growing with us,” said Goral.

Looking to the Future

With Holt Distribution Center now open, Cambro can offer greater efficiency, increased inventory availability and improved service to continue to meet the evolving needs of the foodservice industry.

With every investment we make, our goal is simple: to better serve our customers,” said Argyle Campbell, President and Owner of Cambro. “The addition of Holt Distribution Center allows us to move faster, stock deeper and stay closer to the operators who rely on Cambro every day. North Carolina has been a key part of our growth, and this expansion reflects our long-term commitment to the region and to the future of foodservice.

As demand continues to rise, Cambro’s investment in infrastructure like the Holt Distribution Center underscores a long-term commitment to innovation, customer service and operational excellence.

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