Coca-Cola suspends Fairlife dairy production following ransomware attack
Coca-Cola has halted production at its Fairlife dairy subsidiary in the United States following a ransomware attack on its systems.
1. Ransomware Attack Impacts Production
Coca-Cola has suspended production at its Fairlife dairy subsidiary in the United States following a ransomware attack. The company disclosed the incident in a filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on July 16, 2026, confirming that the cyberattack specifically affected its production systems.
2. Scope of the Disruption
The suspension of operations is currently limited to Fairlifeās U.S. facilities. According to the company, Fairlifeās operations in Canada remain unaffected by the incident. Coca-Cola has not provided a timeline for when production systems will be restored or when operations will resume.
3. Industry Context
Fairlife is a significant brand for the multinational beverage corporation, with sales estimated at $4 billion by 2024. Ransomware attacks targeting food and beverage companies have historically led to extended operational disruptions and supply chain issues, as seen in previous incidents involving Arizona Beverages and the food distributor UNFI.