Vintage Coffee and Beverages Limited (VCBL) has announced the successful commencement of commercial production under its brownfield expansion project, adding 4,500 metric tons per annum (MTPA) to its soluble coffee manufacturing capacity. The new capacity became operational on March 23, 2026, at the company’s wholly owned subsidiary facility near Rachur Village in Telangana’s Nagar Kurnool district.
With this expansion, VCBL’s total installed production capacity has increased from 6,500 MTPA to 11,000 MTPA, marking a significant step in the company’s growth strategy. The enhanced capacity includes 6,000 MTPA of spray-dried coffee and 5,000 MTPA of agglomerated coffee, strengthening its ability to cater to rising global demand.
Commenting on the development, Chairman and Managing Director Balakrishna Tati noted that the new equipment is operating efficiently and is expected to boost annual production by approximately 70 percent. He also highlighted that the project was completed ahead of its planned timeline of March 31, 2026. The expansion has been fully funded through internal accruals, reflecting the company’s focus on financial discipline and sustainable growth without reliance on external borrowing.
As part of its long-term expansion plans, VCBL has also initiated work on a greenfield project for a freeze-dried instant coffee plant near Hyderabad. The proposed facility will feature advanced European technology and is designed with an installed capacity of 5,500 MTPA. Commercial production at the new plant is expected to begin next year, further diversifying the company’s product offerings and strengthening its global market position.
Addressing concerns around geopolitical developments in the Middle East, the company stated that the coffee industry remains largely unaffected, as major coffee-producing regions are located elsewhere. VCBL indicated that raw material availability continues to be stable and that it is actively managing its supply chain to ensure timely deliveries. Demand from customers remains strong, and the company plans to gradually ramp up production at the newly commissioned facility through the first quarter of FY27.
Vintage Coffee and Beverages Limited, headquartered in Hyderabad and listed on both BSE and NSE, specializes in the manufacture and export of instant coffee and beverage products. With a strong presence in private labelling, the company provides customized solutions to a diverse global customer base. Backed by an experienced leadership team and expanding production capabilities, VCBL continues to focus on scaling operations, enhancing product quality and meeting evolving market demand in the global coffee industry.
