Chivita- Top50 Brands 2025
CHI Limited
Year of Establishment | Incorporated in 1980 |
Website | chivitahollandia.com (company site); chivitajuices.com (brand site) |
Headquarters | 14 Chivita Avenue, Ajao Estate, Lagos, Nigeria |
MD / CEO | Eelco Weber (Managing Director since 2021) |
Number of Branches / Operations Presence | Operates a single primary production plant in Lagos; products distributed nationwide across various retail channels |
Areas of Interest | Fruit juices and nectars (Chivita 100%, Active, Exotic, Ice Tea, Smart Malt, Happy Hour), value-added dairy (Hollandia—yogurt, evaporated milk, UHT, lactose-free), Capri-Sun licensed production, snacks (SuperBite, Beefie) |
Countries of Operation | Primarily Nigeria; no confirmed info on exports |
Annual Turnover | Not publicly available |
Number of Staff | Over 5,000 direct and indirect employees; supports over 50,000 through its supply chain |
Marketing Budget | Not publicly available |
Contact Address | 14 Chivita Avenue, Ajao Estate, Lagos, Nigeria. Phone: +234 01 466 2300 / +234 01 700 0890; WhatsApp: +234 906 287 5224 / +234 916 997 9519; Email: chicares@chilimited.com |
Flagship Product | Chivita (leading fruit juice brand in Nigeria) and Hollandia (leading value-added dairy brand); also notable for producing Capri‑Sun |
Best Known As | A market leader in Nigeria’s fruit juice and dairy categories, renowned for innovation (e.g., lactose-free milk), high-quality aseptic production, and long-standing partnership with Capri-Sun. Since February 2019. |
Recent Developments | In July 2025, The Coca‑Cola Company announced its agreement to sell Chivita│Hollandia to UAC of Nigeria PLC |
Chi has long been a beloved staple in Nigerian homes, celebrated for its premium juices, dairy beverages, and snacks. With its rich heritage of quality and innovation, it’s now entering a bold new chapter under the ownership of UAC of Nigeria Plc, a move that promises to reignite its growth trajectory.
From a humble beginning in 1980, CHI Limited grew into an FMCG powerhouse, delivering category leadership with flagship brands like Chivita, Nigeria’s No. 1 fruit juice and Hollandia, the market leader in evaporated milk and drinking yoghurt. Its product innovation includes being the first in Nigeria to launch lactose-free milk and the pioneer of Capri-Sun locally
CHI’s good reputation was further boosted by global backing when The Coca-Cola Company acquired it few years ago, which scaled its manufacturing capabilities, boasting the largest aseptic packaging line in Sub-Saharan Africa and earned a Gold-rated Great Place to Work® certification in 2024
In a strategic shift announced in July 2025, Coca-Cola agreed to sell CHI to UAC of Nigeria Plc, a leading Nigerian conglomerate with operations in food & beverages, real estate, and logistics, operates nine manufacturing facilities and employs around 5,000 people, making it well-positioned to further scale the CHI legacy.
Chivita has also been a frontrunner in corporate social responsibility (CSR), supporting initiatives in nutrition awareness, community health programs, youth empowerment, and sustainability. These efforts align with its mission to not only refresh but also enrich the lives of Nigerians.
Over the years, Chivita has received multiple awards and recognitions, including accolades for Best Juice Brand in Nigeria, Quality Excellence, and Brand of the Year, cementing its position as the country’s most trusted juice brand.
Through its diverse product offerings, commitment to quality, and strong brand heritage, Chivita has transcended being just a beverage brand to become a cultural symbol of refreshment, vitality, and everyday celebration in Nigeria.
