The parent company, Olvi plc, was founded in 1878 in Iisalmi, where the story of quality, long-term thinking, and responsible business practices began.
Today, Olvi Group operates locally in several European countries, continuing to combine tradition with innovation. The Group brings together leading breweries and beverage companies with strong regional identities, shared values, and a clear vision of profitable, sustainable growth. Olvi Group is known for its high-quality products made from the cleanest raw materials and catering to the needs of local consumers. It has strong brands and diverse selection from water to whisky, complemented by partnerships with leading international and local brands.
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Olvi Group shares a common mission, vision, and values across all countries in which it operates. Business strategies are aligned at the Group level, while allowing flexibility to adapt to local markets and consumer habits. Strong local market expertise forms the base for successful multilocal operations, and the selection is tailored to serve local consumer and customer needs.
Sustainable operations & development is a key pillar of Olvi Group’s business strategy — from sustainable sourcing of raw materials and production processes, to employee well-being, environmental protection, and the promotion of responsible consumption.
Olvi’s values – local, positive, respectful, and agile – guide day-to-day operations and collaboration with colleagues, customers, and partners.
Olvi Group’s vision is to be the most wanted multi-local beverage house, and business decisions are made with a long-term perspective, aiming to create lasting value for consumers, partners, and local communities.
Estonia
Latvia
Lithuania
Denmark
Belarus
Finland
The Group operates through three business segments: Finland, the Baltic Sea reagion, and Belarus.
Finland - Olvi Oyj 1876
Latvia- AS Cesu Alus 1590
Denmark - Bryggeriet Vestfyen 1885
Estonia- AS A. Le Coq 1807
Lithuania- Volfas Engelman 1853
Bosnia and Herzegovina - Banjalučka pivara 1873