The Ugar Sugar Works Limited
Company overview
The Ugar Sugar Works Limited is a leading sugar manufacturing company based in the state of Karnataka, India. Established in 1939, it has grown to become one of the largest and most efficient sugar producers in the country. The company operates as part of the Shirgaokar Group, which has diverse business interests including sugar production, distilleries, power generation, and industrial gases.
Ugar Sugar Works is primarily engaged in the manufacture and sale of various grades of sugar such as white plantation sugar, refined crystal sugar, and specialty sugars for industrial use. In addition to this core product line, they also produce molasses-based products like rectified spirit (alcohol) and ethanol at their distillery units.
One factor that sets Ugar Sugar Works apart from its competitors is its emphasis on technological innovation and sustainable practices. The company has invested significantly in modernizing its manufacturing facilities with advanced equipment for cane crushing, juice extraction, evaporation & crystallization processes resulting in higher efficiency and quality output.
An interesting aspect that makes Ugar Sugar Works stand out is its commitment to renewable energy production. It has set up co-generation power plants using bagasse (a by-product obtained after extracting juice from sugarcane) as fuel to generate electricity not only for captive consumption but also surplus power supplied to the grid contributing towards green energy initiatives.
In terms of collaborations and partnerships, Ugar Sugar Works has strategic alliances with industry leaders for technology transfer and continuous improvement programs aimed at enhancing operational efficiencies while maintaining high-quality standards.