Extending our presence to South Asia, APB acquired a 60% equity stake in Asia Pacific Brewery (Lanka) Limited (APB Lanka) in September 2005. Partnering Sri Lankan-based Anandappa family group and associates and MBL Offshore Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Phoenix Beverages Limited which is a leading beverage group from Mauritius, the investment marks APB's maiden entry into Sri Lanka.

Incorporated in 1998, APB Lanka operates a brewery which is located in Mawathagama in central Sri Lanka. To cater to every segment of the market, APB Lanka produces and markets local beer brands including Bison XXtra, Kings Lager, Kings Pilsner and Kings Stout in Sri Lanka.