Nestle India plans to ramp up production capacity in 2019 as demand rises

Activities and new launches have helped Nestle India maintain leadership positions in more than 85% of product categories

The country's largest listed food and beverages entity Nestlé India is considering expanding its production capacity this year. The maker of Maggi noodles and Kitkat may opt for a green field project after seven years to meet the growing demand of its products.

According to Suresh Narayanan, chairman and managing director, Nestlé India, in 2019, the firm would focus on consolidating its business activities by adding capacity and strengthening the market position of its newly launched products. "We are seriously considering expanding our capacity - either by adding lines in our existing facilities or through a new plant," he said.

While Narayanan