HEINEKEN has announced that its Singapore-based subsidiary, Asia Pacific Breweries Singapore, will shift from a traditional large-scale manufacturing center to an import-based supply model.
In a statement from HEINEKEN NV, the brewer said it will see the progressive phase-down of large-scale brewing at the Tuas facility by the end of 2027. Production will be reallocated to established regional breweries in Malaysia and Vietnam to create a more agile supply chain.
While heavy manufacturing is winding down, the Tuas site is slated for a major redevelopment. Instead of mass production, the location will be transformed into a center for regional logistics. The group will also make the centre a new pilot brewery dedicated to research and development. While serving as a nerve center for packaging adaptation and export-market services.
Despite the change in production scale, HEINEKEN said Singapore remains the undisputed heart of its most iconic Asian brand. The company confirmed that Singapore will continue to anchor Tiger Beer’s global leadership.
In a move toward digital transformation, HEINEKEN is reinforcing its Global GenAI Lab in Singapore. This hub is designed to leverage generative artificial intelligence to boost productivity and enhance decision-making processes for HEINEKEN operations worldwide.
