AABL to Acquire SDF Industries for ₹30.85 Crore, Boosting Kerala Operations
Associated Alcohols & Breweries Ltd. will acquire SDF Industries Ltd. for ₹30.85 crore. The NCLT has approved the resolution plan. This acquisition aims to bring bottling operations in-house in Kerala, with upgraded facility operations targeted to commence by September 2026.
The acquisition of a significant bottling and distillery unit at a substantial cost is a major strategic move that will impact the company's operational capabilities, market presence, and future growth trajectory.
The acquisition is expected to strengthen the company's market position, enhance operational control and efficiency, and support future growth and value creation.
Associated Alcohols & Breweries Limited (AABL) has received approval from the Hon’ble National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Kochi Bench, for its resolution plan to acquire SDF Industries Ltd. The acquisition, valued at ₹30.85 crore, will make SDF Industries, a distillery-cum-bottling unit in Thrissur, Kerala, a wholly-owned subsidiary of AABL.
This strategic move will bring AABL's bottling operations in Kerala in-house, enhancing control over production, efficiency, and future growth. The facility boasts an IMFL bottling capacity of approximately 3.60 lakh cases per month and an ENA distillery license capacity of 75 lakh liters per annum. The acquisition is expected to improve operational capabilities, ensure consistent quality, and support future growth plans, with potential to leverage surplus bottling capacity for incremental revenue. AABL plans to upgrade the facility with advanced technology, targeting commencement of operations by September 2026.
Mr. Prasann Kedia, Managing Director of AABL, expressed optimism about strengthening the company's position in Kerala and nearby states, facilitating new product launches, and driving long-term value creation. The acquisition is part of AABL's strategy to become a pan-India player.
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