Singapore-based food and beverage company Food Empire will invest USD37 million to expand its spray-dried soluble coffee manufacturing facility in Andhra Pradesh, India, by approx. 60 percent. The move supports the group’s vertically integrated strategy and will strengthen its control over the entire coffee production cycle.

The expansion aims to fuel growth in Food Empire’s branded consumer segment, which has seen four consecutive years of record revenue, according to Group CEO Sudeep Nair. He emphasized that the increased capacity will not only bolster the company’s position as a leading player in soluble coffee across Asia, but also act as a critical supply link for its fast-growing consumer brands.

Food Empire’s ingredients manufacturing business, including freeze-dried and spray-dried coffee, continues to perform strongly. This segment complements its broader portfolio, which features instant beverages and snack foods such as flavoured coffee mixes, cereal blends, and potato chips. The expansion aligns with Food Empire’s long-term strategy of vertical integration and brand development, ensuring sustained growth and market leadership across its global consumer base.