United Breweries Group

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Logo of United Breweries Group

The United Breweries Group is an Indian conglomerate company headquartered in Bangalore, Karnataka. The company is primarily known for its alcoholic beverages, particularly its flagship brand, Kingfisher.

History

The United Breweries Group was founded in 1915 by Thomas Leishman. Initially, the company focused on brewing beer, but over the years, it expanded into various sectors, including aviation, real estate, and fertilizers. The group gained significant prominence under the leadership of Vijay Mallya, who took over as chairman in 1983.

Operations

The group's core business is the production and distribution of alcoholic beverages. United Breweries is the largest producer of beer in India, with a market share of over 50%. The company's flagship brand, Kingfisher, is one of the most recognized beer brands in India and has a significant presence in international markets.

Alcoholic Beverages

United Breweries produces a wide range of alcoholic beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits. The Kingfisher brand includes several variants such as Kingfisher Premium, Kingfisher Strong, and Kingfisher Ultra.

Other Ventures

Apart from its core business, the United Breweries Group has interests in various other sectors. The group was involved in the aviation industry through Kingfisher Airlines, which ceased operations in 2012. The group also has investments in real estate and fertilizers.

Controversies

The group has been involved in several controversies, particularly related to its former chairman, Vijay Mallya. Mallya faced legal issues concerning financial irregularities and was declared a fugitive economic offender by Indian authorities.

Gallery

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  UB City, a commercial complex in Bangalore developed by the United Breweries Group
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  A Kingfisher beer advertisement in Goa

Related pages

• Kingfisher (beer)
• Vijay Mallya
• Kingfisher Airlines