Crown Holdings Breaks Ground on First Beverage Can Plant in India

TAMPA, Fla., Sept. 11, 2026 /CourierPR/ -- Crown Holdings, Inc., a global supplier of rigid packaging products, has taken a significant step in expanding its operations into the rapidly growing Indian beverage market. On September 9, 2026, the company celebrated the groundbreaking of its first beverage can manufacturing facility in Unnao, Uttar Pradesh. This marks a major milestone in Crown's strategic expansion plans, aiming to meet the increasing demand for aluminum beverage cans in the region.

The new plant, announced in April 2026, will feature two production lines capable of producing approximately 2.2 billion aluminum beverage cans annually. Operations are scheduled to commence in the second half of 2027, aligning with the company's commitment to serving customers in high-growth markets.

The ceremony, attended by Crown leaders, local government representatives, customers, and guests, underscored the company's long-term commitment to India and the state of Uttar Pradesh. Crown executives also met with the Honorable Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Shri Yogi Adityanath, to discuss the progress of the Company's investment and its vision for supporting the continued growth of the beverage industry in India. During the meeting, Crown received the official land allotment letter for the project, representing another important milestone in the development of the Company's first beverage can manufacturing facility in the country.

Djalma Novaes, Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, expressed Crown's confidence in the future of the Indian beverage market and the growing role of the beverage can as a sustainable packaging solution.

Designed to incorporate advanced manufacturing technologies and the highest quality and sustainability standards, the facility will support growing demand for aluminum beverage cans across both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage categories. The investment reinforces Crown's commitment to serving customers in high-growth markets and reflects the strong partnership Crown has established with the Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Crown Holdings, Inc. continues to expect full-year capital expenditures of approximately $550 million, with this new facility being a significant part of that investment. The company's expansion into India is part of its broader strategy to tap into emerging markets and enhance its global footprint.