Compañía Cervecerías Unidas (NYSE: CCU) is one of the leading beverage producers in Latin America, headquartered in Santiago, Chile. Established in the early 20th century through the consolidation of several regional breweries, CCU has grown into an integrated beverage group offering brewing, bottling, logistics, marketing and sales under one roof. The company’s operations span the entire value chain, from raw‐material sourcing to distribution, allowing it to maintain quality control and cost efficiencies across all product lines.
CCU’s core business centers on beer production, featuring iconic Chilean brands such as Cristal, Escudo and Royal Guard, alongside international license agreements with Heineken and other global brewers. Complementing its beer portfolio, the company manufactures and distributes a broad range of non‐alcoholic beverages, including carbonated soft drinks, bottled water, juices and energy drinks under both proprietary and licensed brands. This diversified product mix enables CCU to serve a wide array of consumer tastes and consumption occasions.
The company maintains an extensive geographic footprint, with operations in Chile, Argentina, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Colombia, Peru and Brazil. Its products reach consumers through a multi‐channel distribution network encompassing supermarkets, convenience stores, on‐premise establishments and e-commerce platforms. Strategic partnerships and licensing agreements with global beverage players, coupled with regional manufacturing facilities, reinforce CCU’s ability to adapt to local market dynamics and consumer preferences.
Under the guidance of an experienced executive management team and board of directors, CCU focuses on innovation, sustainable practices and operational excellence. Investments in production capacity, supply‐chain optimization and environmental initiatives—such as water stewardship and circular packaging—reflect the company’s commitment to long-term growth and responsible corporate citizenship in the competitive Latin American beverage industry.
