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Ambev, the Brazilian brewing company, is investing R$300 million ($60 million) to expand its production of premium beer in the state of Maranhao. The investment is specifically directed towards increasing capacity for the Spaten brand at its Cervejaria Equatorial facility in Sao Luis.
According to a report by Supervarejo, the expansion transforms the plant into a strategic hub designed to supply the north-eastern region of Brazil, including the states of Piaui and Ceara. The facility currently operates five bottling lines with a capacity of 150,000 bottles and 130,000 cans per hour.
Valdecir Duarte, Ambev’s vice-president of supply, stated that the investment reinforces the firm’s commitment to the state and its strategy of expanding in the high-growth premium segment.
Ambev, which is a subsidiary of the global brewing giant AB InBev, has received more than R$1.2 billion ($240 million) in total investment at the Sao Luís unit since its opening. The company operates a diverse portfolio of brands across Latin America including Brahma, Skol and Antarctica.
Source: Government of the State of Maranhao / Supervarejo / Embala Nordeste / CPG Click Oil and Gas
