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Beyond Snack announces opening of factory at India Food Park, Tumkur
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Saturday, 22 June, 2024, 08 : 00 AM [IST]
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Our Bureau, Bengaluru
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Beyond Snack, a leading Kerala banana chips brand, has announced the inauguration of its new factory at India Food Park, Tumkur, Karnataka. This state-of-the-art facility spans 60,000 sq ft over 2 acres of land and incorporates cutting-edge technology to ensure precision slicing and utmost control of the cooking process. With a daily production capacity of 6.6MT, this factory will triple the company's current capacity, significantly enhancing the company's growth plans for the coming year. Constructed in a record time of 4.5 months under the leadership of co-founder Jyoti Rajguru, this swift execution underscores the company’s commitment to efficiency and innovation.
Strategically located to enhance the banana value chain, the Tumkur plant will bolster the company’s control over the entire supply chain. In addition to the production capabilities, the new plant includes an R&D centre focused on driving future innovations, solidifying the company’s position as a leader in the savoury snacks industry. The facility is designed to accommodate four additional production lines, ensuring scalability to meet future demands. "We are thrilled to open this new facility, which represents a significant milestone in our growth journey," said Manas Madhu, co-founder of Beyond Snack. "Not only does it increase our production capacity, but it also underscores our commitment to innovation and sustainability.
Currently operating with an 80% women workforce, the facility aims to become a 100% women-run operation by 2026, a first of its kind in the industry. “With a workforce that is 80% women and plans to reach 100% by 2026, we are proud to support gender diversity and empowerment,” Madhu added.
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