Constellation Brands has extended its sourcing and logistics capabilities with keg solutions provider MicroStar Logistics.

Under an expanded partnership agreement, MicroStar will serve as a new keg solutions provider for Constellation Brands.

The partnership is expected to support Constellation’s growth in the US with Mexican import brands such as Corona Extra, Corona Light, Modelo Especial, Modelo Negra and Pacifico.

MicroStar COO Glen Opp said: “We share Constellation’s commitment to quality, innovation and people as these are the foundations of great companies and enduring partnerships.

“This partnership will create a streamlined process and increased flexibility to support the trajectory for the continued growth of our Mexican beer portfolio.”

“In addition, when looking to build a second Keg Quality Center modelled after our flagship, industry-leading facility in Green Bay, WI, the opportunity to position it near Constellation’s Nava Brewery in Eagle Pass, Texas, was a true win-win.

“This new facility will give Constellation high-quality kegs while also allowing MicroStar to expand on our quality commitment for our growing customer community.”

Since 2015, MicroStar has been collaborating with Constellation Brand’s craft and speciality division, and the expanded partnership will allow Constellation Brands to secure the full supply assurance, flexibility and sustainability benefits that arise from MicroStar’s network of over four million kegs.

Constellation Brands beer division operations services senior vice-president John Kester said: “We are pleased to expand our keg sourcing and logistics with MicroStar.

“This partnership will create a streamlined process and increased flexibility to support the trajectory for the continued growth of our Mexican beer portfolio.”

Earlier this month, Constellation Brands acquired a minority stake in New York-based craft spirits maker Black Button Distilling.

The investment was made through Constellation’s venture capital group.