What production manager Tomanović particularly appreciates about the cooperation with KHS is the teamwork Nectar enjoys with KHS’ competent engineers. “These people share their knowledge with the customer,” she smiles. “This gives us security and the good feeling that we can easily clear up any problems which might arise in a straightforward manner.” Tomanović is also very pleased with the result. “With our new line we’ve been able to greatly boost our efficiency – on the one hand thanks to the much higher capacity than on the old line and on the other through a reduction in downtime and larger production series.”
When? Founded in Bačka Palanka, Serbia, in 1998
What? Fruit juice, fruit nectar, iced tea and energy drinks and spirits, vinegar and preserves
In which containers? PET and glass bottles, cartons and cans in sizes ranging from 200 milliliters to 2.0 liters
How much? Over 100 million liters per annum, with a third destined for export
To which regions? Serbia and bordering and other European countries
3 questions for…
Čedo Praška, director of nectar
What’s your company philosophy?
Ever since its founding Nectar has attached great importance to product development and ensures that it produces consistent top quality. The growing enthusiasm of our consumers proves that we’re on the right track.
What makes your company and your products so distinctive?
The Nectar company is distinguished by its employees – especially by their expertise and high level of commitment. Our products are
convincing not just thanks to their high standard but also through the wide range we offer, which includes something for everyone.
What plans do you have for the future?
We’ve made it our mission to become the market leader in the production of organic foods – and not just of beverages. We’re thus planning on making further investments and launching new packaging formats. We also want to offer consumers new products for all kinds of lifestyles, such as organic smoothies for people out and about and balanced breakfast snacks.
Five facts: Nectar
Čedo Praška, director of nectar