Born in 1991, Banks Holdings Limited isn't just Barbados' beverage leader-we're the architects of the island's drinking culture. For over three decades, we've been crafting the moments that bring people together, one drink at a time.
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Our Ecosystem
We're a powerhouse of innovation spanning three core pillars:
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Banks (Barbados) Breweries Ltd. - Award-winning craft meets Caribbean soul
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Barbados Dairy Industries Ltd. - The island's sole dairy, feeding families since day one
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Delivery and Handling Services (Barbados) Ltd. - Our joint venture with Coca-Cola Southern Caribbean (KOSCAB), redefining distribution excellence
Combined, our manufacturing legacy spans over a century. Together, we command a major share of the Caribbean's beverage landscape-both alcoholic and non-alcoholic.
How We Win: Elite talent + international standards + creative management + pure Bajan innovation.
The History:
Bold Moves, Bigger Vision
2002 - STRATEGIC DIVERSIFICATION
BHL expanded beyond beverages into real estate and regional beverage partnerships, building a Caribbean network.
1998 – RETAIL EXPANSION
Drinks Plus opened, complementing B&B Distribution. Six years later, a strategic restructuring integrated operations into Banks Distribution Limited for maximum efficiency.
1997 - THE DAIRY REVOLUTION
BHL purchased government-owned Barbados Dairy Industries Ltd., adding dairy and juice to the portfolio. The move cemented our position: Barbados' undisputed beverage conglomerate.
1994 - DISTRIBUTION DOMINANCE
BHL acquired a distribution facility from Barbados Shipping and Trading Limited (BS&T), launching Banks Distribution Limited. Now we controlled the entire value chain-from production to your hands
1991 - THE FOUNDATION
Under visionary leader Sir Allan Fields, Banks (Barbados) Breweries Ltd. made a power move: acquiring the Barbados Bottling Co. Ltd. (BBC). Banks Holdings Limited was born. The synergy was undeniable—BBC's 46 years of soft drink mastery met the Brewery's 30-year brewing legacy. Quality, innovation, distribution strength-the platform was set for domination.
The Modern Era
2025
KOSCAB Holdings Ltd has acquired a majority interest in SLU Beverages Ltd., which includes Banks Holdings Limited (BHL) in Barbados and the Saint Vincent Brewery Limited (SVBL) in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.
2021
Shafia London appointed as first female Country Manager. New chapter, bold leadership.
2019
Joint venture formed: Delivery & Handling Services Ltd. with KOSCAB. Distribution redefined.
2018
Barbados Bottling Company (BBC) sold to KOSCAB (Coca-Cola Southern Caribbean).
2017
CEO Richard Cozier retires after 43 years of legendary service.
2016
Anheuser-Busch InBev (ABInBev) acquires BHL, bringing global resources and expertise.
2011
State-of-the-art brewery opens in Newton. New home, next-level production.
