Crown breaks ground on Indian aluminium can facility
Crown Holdings has broken ground on an aluminium beverage can making facility in India.
A ceremony brought together Crown leaders, local government representatives, customers and guests to commemorate the start of construction on the new facility in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh.
The plant will have two production lines with an annual capacity of 2.2 billion aluminium cans across alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage categories.
Operations are scheduled to start in the second half of next year.
The groundbreaking ceremony reflected local traditions and marked the official commencement of construction,
Following the event, Crown executives met the Honorable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, to discuss the progress of the company's investment and its vision for continued growth of the beverage industry in India.
During the meeting, Crown received the official land allotment letter for the project.
Djalma Novaes, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, said: "This investment reflects Crown's confidence in the future of the Indian beverage market, and the growing role of the beverage can as a sustainable packaging solution.
"The Unnao facility will combine advanced manufacturing technology, operational excellence and responsible resource management to support our customers' growth while creating long-term value for the region."
