Launching in the UAE in 2025, the partnership is poised for regional scale-up as part of a broader MEA strategy.
Mumbai: Bisleri International, India’s leading premium beverage business has formed a landmark strategic partnership with the Apparel Group, the global retail and fashion lifestyle conglomerate headquartered in Dubai to manufacture, market and distribute Bisleri’s iconic portfolio in the Middle East & Africa region, beginning with the UAE launch in 2025.
Bisleri International, with a legacy of over 50 years, has a diverse product portfolio including Bisleri, the leading packaged drinking water brand in India; Bisleri Vedica, it’s premium Himalayan Spring water offering and a dynamic range of aerated beverages including Bisleri Limonata, Bisleri POP, Bisleri Spyci Jeera, Bisleri Rev and Bisleri Soda. The company’s operations span across 128 manufacturing centers with a robust distribution network catering to more than 500,000 outlets, alongside an established retail presence in the UAE Market with marquee sports sponsorships like the Dubai Marathon.
The Apparel Group, founded in 1996 in Dubai, is a leading player in the apparel retail and food and beverage sectors. With over 25,000 employees, the conglomerate manages a portfolio of 85+ brands and operates over 2,300 stores across 14 countries spread across the Middle East, India, Southeast Asia & Africa.
Commenting on the collaboration, Angelo George, CEO, Bisleri International said, “The Middle East and Africa markets represent significant opportunity for value creation in the beverage sector. There is a large Indian diaspora in the region which is already familiar with our brands. We have had sustained success in the UAE market in the past and I am delighted to announce the next chapter of our journey in the region with our strategic partnership with the Apparel Group. With Bisleri’s commitment to product quality and brand building and Apparel Group’s well-established presence and consumer understanding in the region, I am sure the partnership will be a perfect blend for success”
Neeraj Teckchandani, CEO of Apparel Group, commented: “Our partnership with Bisleri International marks a strategic milestone in Apparel Group’s journey to diversify and scale new verticals across high-growth markets. Bisleri’s strong heritage, combined with our operational expertise and deep market understanding, presents a powerful opportunity to deliver exceptional beverage experiences to consumers in the Middle East and Africa. We look forward to building a long-term, value-driven collaboration that redefines beverage retail in the region.”
This partnership reiterates both organizations’ commitment to innovation, regional expansion, and elevating consumer experiences through strategic collaboration.