Allied Blenders and Distillers (ABD) announced the commencement of commercial operations at its new bottling facility in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. The plant has an initial capacity of 6 million cases per annum, bolstering ABD’s manufacturing footprint and advancing its backward integration strategy. This investment, part of a larger ~₹70 crore acquisition and ~₹40 crore upgrade, aims to enhance service efficiency and reduce costs in a key growth market.
New Bottling Facility Launched in Moradabad
Allied Blenders and Distillers Limited (ABD), a leading spirits company, has officially commenced commercial operations at its new bottling facility located in Moradabad, Uttar Pradesh. This development marks a significant milestone in the company’s integrated manufacturing program, designed to meet the rising spirits demand in the state.
Capacity and Investment Details
The newly operational unit boasts an initial production capacity of 6 million cases per annum. This facility is part of assets acquired in January 2026 for approximately ₹70 crore, followed by an additional investment of around ₹40 crore for upgrades. The commissioning is expected to significantly boost ABD’s bottling capacity within Uttar Pradesh, driving improved service efficiency and cost savings through increased in-house bottling and reduced franchise fees.
Strategic Importance for Growth
Uttar Pradesh is identified as a crucial market for ABD’s growth plans, with the company announcing a total investment exceeding ₹600 crore in the state. This includes the acquisition and enhancement of the Moradabad unit, alongside the development of an integrated facility featuring a dual-mode distillery and further bottling capacity. Mr. Amar Sinha, Managing Director at ABD, highlighted that the Moradabad unit’s operation is vital for strengthening ABD’s manufacturing base and presence in the region, emphasizing backward integration for better value chain control, supply chain agility, and cost efficiencies. The unit is set to support the company’s growth in the state and facilitate further integration, including increased captive ENA capacity.
Conducive Business Environment
The company noted that Uttar Pradesh’s progressive excise policy framework and supportive investment environment provide a robust foundation for the industry’s long-term expansion and contribute to the state’s economic growth.
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