VBL Kenya acquires DFIL Kenya dairy, juice and water business for USD 32 mn

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AI summary

Varun Beverages wholly-owned subsidiary VBL Kenya will acquire the value-added dairy beverages, juices and packaged drinking water business of DFIL Kenya (a promoter group company) for USD 32 million (about INR 3,050 million). The deal includes a 52-acre manufacturing facility in Nakuru, Kenya on a national highway. Deal is at arm's length basis and expected to close by August 1, 2026. VBL Kenya is also preparing to launch carbonated soft drinks.

Likely market impact

Expands VBL Kenya and East Africa footprint with new dairy, juice and water categories and a ready manufacturing facility.