Revision of Exclusive Bottling Appointment and Trademark License Agreement with Pepsico Inc. as per details enclosed.
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Varun Beverages (VBL) has entered into a revised exclusive bottling and trademark license agreement with PepsiCo Inc. on May 21, 2026. The key changes include extending the agreement term by 10 years, from April 2039 to April 2049. Additionally, the restriction requiring VBL to operate solely as a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for PepsiCo's business has been removed. This revision provides VBL with greater operational flexibility while securing their exclusive bottling rights in India for nearly two more decades.
This is a highly positive development for VBL shareholders as it extends their exclusive PepsiCo bottling rights by a decade and removes operational restrictions, potentially allowing future diversification. The long-term commitment from PepsiCo signals strengthened partnership confidence in VBL's operations.