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Company Overview
United Breweries Limited (UBL) is an Indian brewing company engaged primarily in the manufacture, purchase and sale of beer and non-alcoholic beverages. The company is headquartered in Bengaluru, Karnataka, with its registered and corporate office at UB Tower, UB City, 24 Vittal Mallya Road. UBL’s business heritage dates to 1915, when the company’s brewing journey began with five breweries. The present legal entity, United Breweries Limited, was incorporated in 1999 and is listed on the BSE and National Stock Exchange of India.
UBL is part of the HEINEKEN group, following HEINEKEN’s acquisition of a majority share and control of the company in 2021.
Business and Industry
UBL operates in the alcoholic beverages and brewing industry, with beer representing the overwhelming majority of its business. According to its FY2024–25 Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report, beer accounted for 98.84% of the company’s total turnover. The company also manufactures and supplies non-alcoholic products.
Its operations cover brewing, manufacturing, procurement, packaging, distribution and sale of beer and related beverages. The company's portfolio includes mainstream, premium and international beer offerings.
Products and Brands
UBL's officially reported alcoholic brand portfolio includes Kingfisher Premium, Kingfisher Strong, Kingfisher Ultra, Kingfisher Ultra Max, Kingfisher Ultra Witbier, Kingfisher Storm, Kingfisher Blue, Kingfisher Flavour Mango, Kingfisher Flavour Lemon, Heineken Original, Heineken Silver, Amstel Bier, Amstel Grande Bier, Bullet Super Strong, Cannon 10000, Zingaro, Kalyani Black Label, UB Export Lager, UB Export Strong, London Pilsner Premium, London Pilsner Premium Strong and Queenfisher.
Its disclosed non-alcoholic portfolio includes Heineken 0.0, Kingfisher Premium Packaged Drinking Water, Kingfisher Strong Power Soda and Kingfisher Ultra Premium Soda.
Business Model and Customers
UBL's business model combines manufacturing with distribution through India's regulated beer market. The company states that it works with State Governments, state-owned corporations in the government market and distributors in the open market. Its distribution and commercial operations therefore serve both institutional/government-linked channels and the open-market distribution network.
The company operates manufacturing facilities and bottling units across India and uses licensed manufacturing arrangements internationally. As of 31 March 2025, UBL reported 21 owned manufacturing plants in India, of which two were temporarily non-operational, along with 56 offices. It also reported five international licensing units.
Geographic Presence
UBL has a broad Indian operating footprint. Its FY2024–25 reporting states that the company served 28 states and 8 Union Territories in India and reported a presence in 50 international countries. Exports accounted for 1.43% of total turnover during the reporting period.
The company’s breweries and other operations are distributed across multiple Indian states, supporting production and supply to its domestic markets. Its international business includes licensed production arrangements for selected markets.
Purpose, Vision and Values
UBL states its purpose as “We brew the Joy of True Togetherness to inspire a better world.” Its officially published values are Passion for consumers and customers; Courage to dream and pioneer; Care for people and planet; and Enjoyment of life.
The company has adopted HEINEKEN’s EverGreen strategy, which emphasizes long-term value creation while balancing growth, profitability, capital efficiency, sustainability and responsibility.
Quality, Certifications and Sustainability
UBL reports that its brewery operations are supported by formal food-safety and quality-management systems. Its FY2024–25 Annual Report states that all breweries hold FSSC Q certifications, with quality-control laboratories and traceability systems incorporated into operations.
The company also operates its “Brew a Better India” sustainability strategy, covering environmental, social and responsible-business priorities. Its reported sustainability initiatives include water efficiency, wastewater treatment, renewable energy and responsible consumption programmes.
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