Hong Kong, 3 July 2023 – Carlsberg Brewery Hong Kong (“CBHK”) announces that it has received notification from Asahi Group Holdings Ltd (“Asahi”) of their decision to not renew the Distribution Agreement between CBHK and Asahi, and thus CBHK’s exclusive distribution of the Asahi brand in Hong Kong will be expiring on 31 December 2023.

“CBHK has been the exclusive distributor of Asahi in Hong Kong since 2009 and we have enjoyed building up the brand’s success in the market with consistent growth and performance.” said Victor Cheong, Managing Director of CBHK. 

“Nevertheless, CBHK will continue to develop our market leading brands and execute our premiumization strategy, delivering the widest portfolio of brands across beer types and price segments, with the best drinking experience to our Hong Kong and Macau consumers,” Cheong added. 

CBHK remains the exclusive distributor of Asahi in Hong Kong and Macau until the end of the year. CBHK will work towards providing our customers with a smooth transition going into 2024.

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