Varun Beverages Kenya to Acquire Dairy Business for $32 Million
Varun Beverages Kenya subsidiary will acquire the dairy, juice, and packaged water business of Devyani Food Industries Kenya for USD 32 Million (~INR 3,050 million). This acquisition aims to expand VBL's presence in East Africa. The deal is expected to close by August 1, 2026.
The acquisition is of a significant value and expands the company's geographical footprint and product portfolio in the beverages sector, which could have a material impact on future revenues and market share.
The acquisition represents a strategic expansion into the Kenyan and East African markets, leveraging existing infrastructure and distribution capabilities, which is a positive development for the company's growth.
Varun Beverages Limited (VBL) announced through its wholly-owned subsidiary, VBL Industries (Kenya) Limited (VBL Kenya), that it has entered into an agreement to acquire the value-added dairy beverages, juices, and packaged drinking water business of Devyani Food Industries (Kenya) Limited (DFIL Kenya).
The acquisition is for a consideration of USD 32 Million, which is approximately INR 3,050 million, based on an exchange rate of 1 USD = 95.30 INR. This strategic move is expected to deepen VBL's penetration in Kenya and the broader East African region by leveraging DFIL Kenya’s existing manufacturing infrastructure and distribution capabilities.
The acquired business is located at a strategically positioned 52-acre land parcel with a 17,500 sq. mtr. built-up area on a national highway in Nakuru, Kenya. The facility is state-of-the-art, capable of manufacturing value-added dairy beverages, juices, and packaged drinking water, and is equipped with essential utilities including a RO plant, boiler, effluent treatment plant, DG set, and air compressor. The plant holds international accreditations such as Food Safety System Certification 22000 and ISO 9001:2015, ensuring world-class product quality and safety.
VBL Kenya is also preparing to launch its carbonated soft drinks range. The transaction, which is considered an arm's length transaction between VBL Kenya and DFIL Kenya (a promoter group company), is expected to be completed on or before August 1, 2026.
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