The Coca-Cola Company will lay off 41 employees at its Queens office, according to a Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) filing. The layoffs are expected to be permanent and are scheduled for May.
Coca-Cola Files WARN Notice for Queens Layoffs
The Coca-Cola Company filed a WARN notice with the New York State Department of Labor, updated April 21, 2026. The company is set to lay off employees at 17-20 Whitestone Expressway, Suite 500, Whitestone, NY 11357.
The company notified employees of the permanent layoffs in March, though no reason was disclosed in the filing. The layoffs are scheduled to take effect on May 31, 2026.
A January report from CBS News report noted that the company previously laid off 75 employees at its Atlanta headquarters. The report added that the layoffs are part of a broader reorganization plan tied to the company’s next phase of growth.
About the Company
The Coca-Cola Company oversees a portfolio of more than 200 brands, including sparkling soft drinks, sports drinks, and coffee.
The company is based in Atlanta and operates in more than 200 markets worldwide. The company has expanded through acquisitions and partnerships to meet shifting consumer preferences, including growing demand for low- and no-sugar products.
The Coca-Cola Company is actively transforming its physical footprint while retaining long-standing institutional partners. The company has finalized a $31.3 million transaction to sell a property on North Avenue to the Georgia Institute of Technology. The transaction comprises a two-story building and the adjacent land that has long been a part of the Coca-Cola corporate campus.
The company is also investing in global marketing efforts related to major events. Recently, the company launched its FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign, “Uncanned Emotions.” The campaign aims to capture authentic fan reactions. The campaign is part of a broader strategy to deepen audience engagement through interactive experiences and partnerships.
The company’s 1st Quarter 2026 Earnings Call is scheduled for April 28, where the discussion of current performance and future steps will showcase its market position.
