Thirst Park, 12 January 2026- Banks DIH Limited is proud to announce the successful commissioning of its new Malts Bottling Plant by His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali at a grand opening ceremony held on January 11, 2026. The commissioning took place at the company's headquarters, Thirst Park, Ruimveldt, Guyana. This significant achievement reflects Banks DIH Limited's commitment to innovation, job creation, and long-term value addition.
In 2024, the company took a decision to order a new bottling plant. This decision materialized through a phased approach over the following year, supported by key partnerships and collaborations. The new bottling plant consists of a depalletizer, palletizer, washer, electronic bottle inspector, pasteurizer, labellers, and conveyors. Its optimal functionality is supported by a Steinecker beer line filter, a 1,400 HP boiler for steam generation, a beer centrifuge, a water treatment plant, and 1.7 MW generator. Together, these systems enable production of 400,000 cases of malts per month on a single shift and 800,000 cases per month on a double shift.
According to the company's Chairman, Clifford B. Reis, "the company's plan to store 900,000 cases of malts per month, brew 800,000 cases of malts per month, and bottle 800,000 cases of malts per month has been accomplished." Reflecting on the journey from 1955, when Banks Breweries brewed its first malt, to this milestone, Mr. Reis highlighted the company's forward-thinking strategy and its commitment to modernization through cutting-edge technology, sustainability, and eco-friendly, energy-efficient processes.
Mr. Reis also noted that customers can expect canned products soon, as installation of the new canning line has begun, with commissioning expected in the first half of the company's financial year.
Delivering the keynote address at the event, His Excellency Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali noted that Banks DIH Limited continues to diversify as it brings strong Guyanese brands to life. He stated,"This malt plant is a statement of faith in workers, customers, and Guyana's future. It is proof that legacy companies can still lead, and that tradition and innovation can walk together."
At Banks DIH Limited, we believe this is not only an important investment for our company, but also for Guyana as a whole. It reflects our continued investment in the country's broader economic, manufacturing, and industrial development.
