BOTTLING / FILLING PETplanet Insider Vol. 25 No. 09/24 www.petpla.net 27 Coca-Cola Bottlers Nepal’s journey with Sipa-supplied complete fi lling line Boosting efficiency and sustainability In the vibrant heart of Kathmandu, Bottlers Nepal Limited has been a key player in the country’s beverage industry for over four decades. The bottler has been dedicated to manufacturing, packaging and distributing a diverse array of soft drinks and packaged drinking water under renowned brand names such as Coca-Cola, Sprite, Fanta, Coke Zero, and Kinley. The company has recently upgraded its production capabilities by installing a new filling line supplied by Sipa. The move is part of the company’s effort to increase efficiency and minimise environmental impact. Located in the bustling Balaju industrial district, Bottlers Nepal’s facility boasts packaging lines for both returnable glass and PET bottles, equipped to meet the dynamic demands of the market and ensure consumers can enjoy their favourite beverages. At the core of Bottlers Nepal’s success is a team comprising over 600 employees, supported by an extensive value chain and distribution network. In a move to enhance its production capabilities and minimise environmental impact, Bottlers Nepal recently invested in a state-of-the-art filling line supplied by Sipa. This transformative technology is claimed to represent a significant milestone for both Bottlers Nepal and the beverage industry in Nepal. Mr Ike Yu Hang, Supply Chain Director at Bottlers Nepal Limited shared, “At Coca-Cola Beverages Nepal, we always strive to keep ourselves updated with relevant trends and operations. The new line investment allows us to align with our long-term strategy and sustain our position as the undisputed leader in the beverages market in Nepal. The plant we have in Balaju was first established in 1979 and we are proud of its consistent performance over more than four decades, refreshing the nation with Coca-Cola beverages along with the investments to maintain and upgrade our lines.” The filling line’s advanced automation allows for the handling of various bottle sizes and formats, ensuring flexibility in production and meeting diverse consumer preferences. Moreover, it is designed with energy-efficient components and design features to contribute to the company’s sustainability initiatives and to minimise resource consumption and waste generation. Equipment deployed at Bottlers Nepal’s facility includes a Sincro Bloc that combines an Xtra 8 rotary stretchblow moulding unit with a Flextronic C 54-9 volumetric filler, a Massblend 27 blending and carbonation unit, a Rollmatic 15 T labeller, a Genius PTF palletiser, and an SPF/E stretch wrapper for the pallets. These systems are instrumental in maintaining efficiency, reliability, and quality throughout the production process, says Sipa. Through initiatives focused on water conservation, energy efficiency, and waste reduction, Bottlers Nepal strives to minimise its environmental footprint while maximising positive social impact. The upgrade comes as part of broader efforts to remain competitive in Nepal’s beverage industry while also addressing environmental challenges. www.sipasolutions.com Saurav Thapa (right) from Bottlers Nepal and Kasi Viswanath (2nd f.r.) of Sipa, along with their colleagues, stand proudly before the Sipa production line. Sipa line in production of Fanta bottles
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