CARLSBERG BREWERIES IN INDIA
Carlsberg plans to add 2-3 breweries in India to grow market share: CEO Jacob Aarup-Andersen
Carlsberg, aiming to strengthen its supply chain and increase its market share from 25% in India, plans to set up two to three new breweries. This expansion follows a recent investment of ₹350 crore in a Mysuru facility. India, with its favorable demographics and growing affluence, presents a significant growth opportunity for the brewer, despite the complexities of the market.
Beer brews a strong growth story
India's beer market experienced a significant surge in demand, growing by 10% in 2024-25, outpacing the previous year and contrasting with slower growth in spirits sales, signaling a shift towards milder alcoholic beverages. Despite this positive trend, brewers face challenges due to high consumer prices driven by volume-based taxes and complex regulatory environments across different states, impacting profitability and supply.
Beer sales in Karnataka contracting due to high taxes, bringing down tax revenues in state: BAI
The beer industry has urged Karnataka to halt frequent tax hikes, as recent increases have stalled beer sales and risk investments of over Rs 5,000 crore in breweries. Taxes were raised three times in 18 months, leading to a contraction in sales and reduced tax revenue, despite beer contributing significantly to Karnataka's tax income.
India's ad industry raids followed tip-offs under leniency scheme, sources say
India's antitrust raids on media buying agencies, triggered by submissions to a leniency scheme, targeted WPP's GroupM, Interpublic, Publicis, and Dentsu for alleged collusion on ad prices. Dentsu reportedly provided evidence, and the investigation's outcome could lead to significant penalties for the implicated firms.
Carlsberg India FY'24 sales cross Rs 8,000 cr, profit up 60.5 pc to Rs 323 cr
Carlsberg India reported a 60.5% profit increase to Rs 323.1 crore in FY'24, with revenue reaching a record Rs 8,044.9 crore. Despite a drop in market share to 13.3%, the brewer maintains its third position in the Indian market. The company attributes strong business performance, better working capital, and lower capital investment to its success.
Rajasthan's high gravity brewing policy could solve Beer supply shortages ahead of peak season
Rajasthan will introduce high gravity brewing (HGB) in the next fiscal, potentially increasing beer production by 20%. This new method addresses the chronic supply-demand gap during India's peak beer season. Major brewers like United Breweries and Carlsberg are set to benefit, though other states must adopt HGB for widespread impact.
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Brewers' body urges Karnataka govt to apply rules uniformly, flags frequent tax hike
The Brewers Association of India (BAI) has requested the Karnataka government to address the frequent tax hikes and arbitrary regulations affecting the beer industry. The BAI highlighted discrimination in tax application and urged the government to ensure fair competition and a level-playing field for all beer suppliers in the state.
Top brewers to go on a decadal binge, spend Rs 3,500 crore in capex
United Breweries, AB InBev, and Carlsberg will collectively invest over ₹3,500 crore to set up breweries in India by 2025. This significant capex investment aims to capitalize on the country's growing and young population, offering immense growth opportunities in the beer segment amid complex regulatory environments.
Carlsberg recovers from highway ban hangover, volumes up 9.4%
Carlsberg has been focusing on brands such as Tuborg Strong and Elephant in India because strong beer accounts for 80% of country's overall sales volume.
Carlsberg sets up new brewery in CM's home district of Mysuru
At present, Carlsberg India owns eight breweries in the country, along with four contract manufacturing associations.
Carlsberg ties up with 2 more manufacturers to expand in India
Lilasons Industries has made significant investments in equipment, automation and processes to upgrade its brewery operations in Maharashtra to ensure global quality standards, said Carlsberg in a statement.
Carlsberg signs manufacturing agreements to strengthen operations in Maharashtra and Jharkhand
Carlsberg India Managing Director Michael N Jensen said the company has seen significant growth from both the states over the last few years.
Carlsberg launches 'Carlsberg Elephant' in India
Carlsberg India, a unit of Denmark-based Carlsberg Group, today launched its super premium strong beer 'Carlsberg Elephant' in the Indian market.
Carlsberg launches super premium strong beer
The Danish company will brew Carlsberg Elephant, a super premium beer to bet on strong beer which accounts for the lion's share of the market.
Carlsberg to own 90% of its India unit as Sri Lankan investor plans exit
Danish brewer Carlsberg stands to own 90% of its India operations as Sri Lankan investor Lion Brewery Ceylon sells its stake to focus on the Sri Lankan beer market.
Carlsberg gets cracking on fifth India brewery
Carlsberg has started work on its fifth brewery in the country, signalling the fastest ramp-up by any international brewer in the local market.
Carlsberg aims pan-India presence
Carlsberg, a Denmark-based liquor company is planning to enter the country, aiming at pan-India presence for its product in the next six months.
Carlsberg to adds two new breweries in India
Danish brewer Carlsberg will expand its presence in India by adding two more greenfield breweries in the country in partnership with South Asia Breweries.
Carlsberg to look for more acquisitions in India
Carlsberg has already acquired Himneel Brewery in Himachal Pradesh and is in the process of buying Parag Brewery in Kolkata.
Carlsberg mulls Indian football for investment
The growing interest in football in India after the national team's triumph in the Nehru Cup seems to have attracted the attention of the famous Danish beer maker.
Carlsberg to buy 60% in Parag for Rs 32 crore
Carlsberg is making rapid moves in India. The Copenhagen-based brewer is set to acquire 60% stake in Parag Breweries located near Kolkata.
Carlsberg to enter India with Palone
The Danish brewer’s local arm, South Asia Breweries, has chosen its east European brand, Okocim Palone, for the India debut.
Carlsberg acquires brewery in HP
The acquisition is being carried out by the co's JV, South Asia Breweries, in which it holds 45% stake.
Carlsberg, A-B won't say cheers to buys
Global beer giants may stay away from acquiring assets in India with valuations sky-rocketing.
Carlsberg team taking shape, Raman is CEO
Beer giant Carlsberg’s top brass in India is taking shape with the induction of former ITC and Heinz honcho Dasrath Raman as CEO.
Stock up on Carlsberg at your retail store
Indians can now buy the globally famous Carlsberg beer at retail shops across the country.
Carlsberg blows India bugle with Himneel buy
Carlsberg is set to party in India. The Danish brewer is entering an agreement to buy Khemkas-controlled Himneel Breweries for around Rs 35 crore.
Carlsberg, Khetan in talks to buy HP brewery
The beer giant along with Khetan Group, a business conglomerate of Indian origin partnering the former in Nepal, is in dialogue for a possible acquisition of Himneel Breweries, a sick entity located in HP.
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