Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited (PSX: PABC) has announced a major strategic investment aimed at expanding its footprint beyond packaging and into Pakistan’s fast-growing corporate farming sector. The company has approved the acquisition of 60% of the units of Alfalah Agri-Cultivation Fund–I from its associate company, Liberty Mills Limited, for Rs 621 million, according to a filing submitted to the Pakistan Stock Exchange (PSX) today.
PABC Enters Agri-Tech and Corporate Farming Through Major Fund Acquisition:
The Alfalah Agri-Cultivation Fund–I is a private equity fund focused on modern, mechanized, and sustainable agricultural initiatives in Pakistan. The fund’s investments include Terra Crop Innovations (Pvt) Ltd, a large-scale farming project based in the Cholistan Desert.
According to PABC, this strategic move aligns with national priorities and is expected to support:
• Enhanced food security
• Increased agricultural exports
• Import substitution through local production
• Development of high-tech, climate-resilient farming
The acquisition is part of PABC’s broader plan to diversify and tap into high-potential sectors connected to Pakistan’s long-term economic growth.
Transaction Timeline and Corporate Approvals:
PABC stated that the acquisition will be completed after fulfilling all customary legal and regulatory requirements. The Board of Directors has authorized company officials to undertake the necessary procedures to execute the transaction.
This marks a continuation of the company’s strategy to expand and secure new revenue streams beyond its core beverage can business.
Earlier Announcement: New Beverage Can Manufacturing Facility in Afghanistan:
This development follows PABC’s earlier disclosure on 30 October 2025, when the company announced Board approval to establish a new beverage can manufacturing plant in Afghanistan.
Key project details include:
• Production capacity: 1.3 billion cans annually
• Estimated capital expenditure: $110 million
• Status: Subject to regulatory and customary approvals
The Afghanistan facility is expected to enhance PABC’s regional presence, support export growth, and strengthen supply chain resilience.
A Strategic Roadmap for Regional Growth and Diversification:
These back-to-back decisions highlight PABC’s ongoing commitment to expanding its operational portfolio, diversifying investments, and strengthening long-term business sustainability.
By entering the corporate farming sector while simultaneously exploring international manufacturing opportunities, Pakistan Aluminium Beverage Cans Limited is positioning itself for multi-sector growth across South Asia.