Noida: Japan-based Kewpie Corporation has proposed an investment of about Rs 200 crore to set up a food processing plant in the industrial area of the Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA). The company has sought 8–10 acres for the proposed unit.Senior officials of Yamuna Expressway Industrial Development Authority (YEIDA) last week held discussions with company representatives, who later inspected industrial parks. The meeting was chaired by YEIDA CEO RK Singh and attended by additional CEO SK Bhatia and other YEIDA officials. The discussion focused on land availability, infrastructure support, and procedural requirements for establishing a manufacturing unit in one of YEIDA’s industrial parks. Founded in 1919, Kewpie Corporation is engaged in the production of egg-yolk-based mayonnaise and other processed food products. The company holds around 60% share of the mayonnaise market in Japan and operates in 79 countries. It has manufacturing facilities in the United States, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia, and China. Its product portfolio includes mayonnaise, dressings, sauces, fruit jams, and fruit-based food solutions. Under its ‘Make in Local’ strategy for 2026, the company is focusing on expanding production bases in Asia-Pacific markets to strengthen supply chains and increase local sourcing.Officials said the company indicated a requirement of 8- 10 acres for the proposed plant. The facility is expected to cater to the domestic market and support the company’s expansion plans in India.During the meeting, the company representative reviewed connectivity, utilities, and logistics infrastructure in the industrial region. The official informed the authority that a formal investment proposal would be placed before the company’s board for approval. After internal clearance, the company will initiate further discussions with YEIDA to finalise land allocation and other terms.The YEIDA CEO asked the company to submit a detailed project report outlining investment structure, production capacity, employment generation, and land requirements. Upon receipt of the proposal, the Authority will examine it and place it before the board and the state industry department for approvals as per policy.Following the meeting, the visiting delegation conducted a site visit of industrial park locations within the YEIDA region to assess available plots and infrastructure facilities. Officials said the proposed investment may contribute to industrial activity and employment generation in the Yamuna City area.
