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Chi Limited

Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) is a Nigerian company specializing in the production of locally made, high-quality food and beverage products. Founded in 1980, it has become a leader in the fruit juice, dairy, and snack categories, meeting consumer needs in Nigeria and across Africa.[1]

It is also recognized for its workplace culture, earning the Great Place To Work certification in 2023 and a gold rated recertification in 2024.[2]

In September 2025, UAC of Nigeria Plc (UAC) completed the purchase of CHI Limited.[3]

Key Facts

  • Chivita and Hollandia are the company’s flagship brands, holding market leadership positions in Nigeria's fruit juice and dairy sectors.[1]
  • Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) operates the largest production site with aseptic beverage packaging in Sub-Saharan Africa.[4]
  • The company launched Nigeria's first lactose-free milk, catering to the lactose-intolerant population.[5]
  • Capri-Sun, the globally recognized children’s fruit drink, was its pioneering product in the Nigerian market. Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) remains a long-term partner in producing and distributing Capri-Sun.

History

1980s

1990s

2000s

2010s

2020s

  • 1980: Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) was incorporated.[6]
  • 1982: The company launched Capri-Sonne (later renamed Capri-Sun) in Nigeria, offering four flavors. Nigeria has since grown to become the second-largest global market for Capri-Sun.[6]
  • 1997: The company created and launched its own juice brand, Chivita.[6]
  • 1998: The first Tetra Pak production line was installed, and Chivita was introduced in 1L aseptic packaging. Over the years, the brand expanded its flavor offerings.[6]
  • 2005: The company entered the value-added dairy market by creating the drinking yogurt category and launching evaporated milk in aseptic packaging under the Hollandia brand.[6]
  • 2009–2010: The Chivita portfolio was expanded with the introduction of Chivita Ice Tea, Chivita Active, and Chivita Happy Hour.[6]
  • 2019: The company launched Nigeria's first lactose-free milk.
  • 2020: Chivita|Hollandia (CHI Limited) began producing Chivita beverages in cans.[6]
  • 2022: The company introduced the Chivita Smart Malt Drink.[6]
  • 2023: A portfolio revitalization of the Chivita and Hollandia brands was undertaken.[6]

See also

  • Chivita Juices
  • Hollandia Dairy
  • Capri-Sonne

External links

References

  1. Chivita^
  2. George Ndugbu. Chivita Hollandia International Great Place to Work, retrieved 2025-03-10^
  3. UAC completes acquisition of Chi Limited from Coca-Cola TheCable, retrieved 2025-10-09^
  4. Teliat Sule. In our 40 years of existence, we have become a lead campaigner for quality, healthy, and nourishing homegrown brands - Roy BusinessDay, 2021-03-19, retrieved 2025-03-10^
  5. Chi unveils Hollandia Lactose Free milk - Daily Trust Daily Trust, 2019-11-28, retrieved 2025-03-10^
  6. Welcome to Chivita Hollandia Limited chivitahollandia.com, retrieved 2025-03-10^