UBL Fuels Premium Growth with New ₹90 Crore Telangana Canning Line
United Breweries Limited (UBL), a HEINEKEN group company, has commissioned a new canning line at its Nizam Brewery in Telangana, strengthening its manufacturing capacity and supporting the company’s premium beer growth strategy.
The expansion is part of the ₹90 crore investment announced in 2025 and is aimed at meeting rising consumer demand for canned beer while enhancing production efficiency.
Production Capacity Increases to 0.9 Million Hectolitres
The newly commissioned facility has increased the annual production capacity of the Nizam Brewery by 0.4 million hectolitres.
With the expansion, the brewery’s total annual capacity has grown from 0.5 million hectolitres to 0.9 million hectolitres.
The additional capacity is expected to support growing demand across UBL’s premium beer portfolio.
Focus on Premium Beer Segment
The new canning line has been developed primarily to manufacture premium beer brands, including:
- Kingfisher Ultra
- Heineken®
The investment reflects the company’s strategy of capitalizing on increasing consumer preference for premium beer and convenient canned packaging across India.
₹90 Crore Investment Supports Future Growth
Key highlights of the project include:
- Investment: ₹90 crore
- Location: Nizam Brewery, Telangana
- Additional Capacity: 0.4 million hectolitres annually
- Total Capacity: 0.9 million hectolitres per year
- Focus: Premium beer production and canned packaging
According to the company, the project was completed within a short timeline through efficient execution and value engineering initiatives.
Management Commentary
Commenting on the expansion, Vivek Gupta, Managing Director and CEO of United Breweries Limited, said the investment reflects the company’s confidence in the long-term growth of India’s beer market.
He added that expanding manufacturing capacity will strengthen UBL’s supply chain while supporting its premiumization strategy and long-term sustainable growth.