Anoop Srivastava appointed as Regional Manufacturing Manager – East at Pernod Ricard India

Unibic Foods India Pvt Ltd, a cookie, biscuits and snacks company has announced the appointment of Ajay Bathija as its Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Ajay will lead UNIBIC’s strategic growth initiatives, drive business expansion across domestic and international markets and strengthen the company’s position in India’s competitive packaged foods industry. Ajay brings over two decades of leadership experience in the FMCG and beverages industry. A seasoned strategist, he has steered several senior leadership roles at The Coca-Cola Company for more than 18 years. He has led the marketing operations of juices and colas segments, brand strategies for India and Southwest Asia markets such as Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan and the Maldives, led sustainable business growth for the Southwest Asia markets and has been the Managing Director at Coca-Cola, Bangladesh. https://lnkd.in/gxchNPHT Ashok Gupta | Navin Shrivastava | Ashish Nichani | #leadership #appointment #food #cookie #brandstrategies #markets #business

🚀 Carlsberg Group to Invest ₹400 Crore in West Bengal 🍻 Global brewer Carlsberg India has announced a major ₹1,250 crore investment across Maharashtra, Karnataka, and West Bengal — with ₹400 crore dedicated to a brownfield expansion in Hooghly, West Bengal. 📍 This investment, signed under an MoU with the Ministry of Food Processing Industries at World Food India 2025, aims to: ✅ Expand brewing & packaging capacity ✅ Boost local employment 👷♂️ ✅ Strengthen supply chains 🚚 ✅ Drive industrial growth in the state ⚙️ This move reaffirms West Bengal’s growing position as an investment destination while supporting India’s food & beverage sector. 🇮🇳 PC:The Indian Express #Carlsberg #Investment #WestBengal #MakeInIndia #EconomicGrowth

Moët Hennessy India has announced the appointment of Siddharth Suri as its new Managing Director, a homecoming for the veteran alcobev executive. Siddharth brings in more than 24 years of experience in the FMCG and alcobev sectors, with senior commercial and leadership positions in domestic, travel retail and international companies. His career includes notable stints at PepsiCo, Pernod Ricard, Diageo as well as at Moët Hennessy previously, where he has been instrumental in shaping and scaling up businesses and leading people-driven transformation agendas. Recently, Siddharth spearheaded the launch of ready to drink (RTD) cocktails in India for Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages brought by The Coca Cola Company. Read Full Story at: https://lnkd.in/eNqbx7Bv

Pernod Ricard India's appointment of Debasree Dasgupta as Chief Marketing Officer is a blatant strategic move to strengthen the company's position in one of the most vibrant marketplaces in the world. Dasgupta has a unique viewpoint that strikes a balance between a global brand vision and the subtleties of local customer behavior, thanks to her experiences as Absolut's global vice president and chief marketing officer. Her proficiency in navigating a variety of consumer environments has been refined by her work with industry heavyweights including Unilever, Reckitt, and PepsiCo. Her goal in Pernod Ricard India is to drive market share and brand equity by utilizing her broad experience and converting international success into a compelling local story. #PernodRicard #DebasreeDasgupta #CMO #GlobalLeader #PepsiCo #Success #Unilever #CXOZone #CXO

Debabrata Mukherjee (Debu) has been appointed as the Managing Director of Havmor Ice Cream, the ice cream division of Lotte India Corporation Limited. In this new role, Mukherjee will steer the brand’s strategic direction, drive business growth, and lead innovation initiatives as Havmor strengthens its position as one of India’s fastest-growing ice cream companies. With over three decades of leadership experience, Mukherjee—fondly known as Debu—brings a wealth of expertise from globally recognized organizations, including Bata Bangladesh, Emami Agrotech Limited, United Breweries Ltd., HT Media Group, and The Coca-Cola Company. Most recently, he served as Managing Director at Bata Bangladesh, where he implemented transformative strategies and reinforced the company’s market leadership. Prior to that, Mukherjee held several pivotal roles, including Chief Marketing and Strategy Officer at Emami Agrotech, Chief Marketing Officer at United Breweries, and Executive Director at HT Media. During his tenure at The Coca-Cola Company, he led marketing, strategy, and operations across India, South West Asia, and Korea, showcasing his ability to manage diverse markets and drive sustainable growth. Known for his strategic foresight, collaborative leadership, and consumer-centric approach, Mukherjee’s appointment marks an exciting new chapter for Havmor Ice Cream, as the company looks to expand its reach, innovate its offerings, and deliver world-class ice cream under his guidance. #DebabrataMukherjee #HavmorIceCream #LotteIndia #BataBangladesh #EmamiAgrotech #UnitedBreweries #HTMedia #CocaCola #Leadership #BusinessGrowth #Innovation #IceCreamIndustry #cxolanes

Unibic Foods India Pvt Ltd has appointed Ajay Bathija as Chief Executive Officer, tasking him with steering the company’s next phase of growth in India’s competitive packaged foods sector. Bathija, who takes charge with immediate effect, brings more than 20 years of leadership experience in the fast-moving consumer goods and beverages industry. He spent over 18 years with The Coca-Cola Company, where he held senior roles across India and South West Asia, including serving as Managing Director of Coca-Cola Bangladesh. His portfolio has spanned brand strategy, marketing operations and sustainable business growth across markets such as Sri Lanka, Nepal, Bhutan, Bangladesh and the Maldives. 👉Read More: https://lnkd.in/g7ZccyXK #ajaybathija #unibic #unibicfoods #ceo #food #fmcg #consumerproducts #thecocacolacompany #cocacola #md #managingdirector #leader #leadershipannouncement

Unibic Foods India Pvt Ltd has appointed FMCG veteran Ajay Bathija as its new CEO to lead the company’s next phase of growth in India’s competitive packaged foods sector. With over two decades of leadership experience, including 18 years at The Coca-Cola Company across India and South West Asia, Bathija brings deep expertise in brand building, consumer marketing, and sustainable business growth. As CEO, he will focus on strengthening UNIBIC’s product portfolio, deepening consumer engagement, and accelerating the brand’s domestic and global expansion. Under his leadership, UNIBIC aims to enhance its innovation pipeline and reinforce its position in the evolving FMCG landscape. Read More: https://lnkd.in/giuTWwCx #LeadershipAppointment #UNIBICFoods #FMCG #BrandLeadership #ConsumerGrowth #GlobalExpansion #PackagedFoods

Day 29: Fresh Moves: Varun Beverages' Next-Level Distribution Breakthroughs Varun Beverages is not just growing—they are transforming how their beverages reach consumers across India and beyond. In 2024-25, they commissioned four new high-tech greenfield plants in Prayagraj (UP), Damtal (HP), Buxar (Bihar), and Mendipathar (Meghalaya), ramping up capacity in key under-penetrated regions. These local production hubs reduce logistics costs and speed delivery in fast-growing markets. A major step forward is acquiring 50% of Everest Industrial Lanka, boosting visi-cooler production—a critical tool for ensuring chilled PepsiCo products remain visible and fresh at millions of retail outlets. With over 130 depots, 2,800+ distributors, and 10,000+ vehicles—including more than 2,000 electric vehicles—Varun is also intensifying its sustainable and tech-enabled last-mile delivery. Expanding beyond India, Varun recently started commercial production of PepsiCo snacks like Cheetos in Morocco. Strategic acquisitions in Tanzania and Ghana further widen their footprint across Africa’s emerging markets. These initiatives highlight Varun’s commitment to innovation, supply chain excellence, and sustainability—turning their distribution network into a competitive advantage and fueling impressive revenue and volume growth, even amid challenging conditions. #VarunBeverages #FMCGIndia #DistributionInnovation #SustainableGrowth #SupplyChainExcellence #thevaluationschool

Moët Hennessy India has appointed Siddharth Suri as its new Managing Director, marking a significant leadership move for the luxury spirits company. Suri, a seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, has previously worked with global giants such as Diageo, Pernod Ricard, and PepsiCo. Most recently, he led the launch of ready-to-drink cocktails at Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages. Recognized for his strength in business growth, transformation, and people development, he brings expertise across domestic, international, and travel-retail markets. His appointment reflects Moët Hennessy’s focus on strengthening its India presence and driving expansion in the premium wines and spirits segment. #LeadershipUpdate #MoetHennessyIndia #SiddharthSuri #ExecutiveMove #LuxuryBrands #BusinessLeadership #WineAndSpirits #IndiaMarket

Carlsberg India announces Rs 1250 crore investment Carlsberg India will invest ₹1,250 crore across three states to expand production, strengthen distribution, and launch new products. The move reflects its long-term commitment to India’s rapidly g... https://lnkd.in/gMaENPnZ