Godavari Biorefineries Limited
Godavari Biorefineries Limited, an Indian company established in Mumbai in 1939, specializes in the production and sale of sugar and a wide array of bio-based products. Its sugar offerings encompass classic, brown, plantation white, and refined varieties. Beyond sugar, the company operates a significant distillery, manufacturing various grades of ethanol, including those for pharmaceutical and perfumery applications, along with rectified spirits, anhydrous alcohol, and extra neutral alcohol. Its bio-product portfolio also extends to hand sanitizers, sugarcane wax, and specialty items such as sugarcane concentrate, jaggery, turmeric, and sea salt. Demonstrating its commitment to sustainability, Godavari Biorefineries generates electricity through steam and biomass. The company further boasts an extensive chemical division, providing a broad spectrum of bio-based compounds like acetic acid, ethyl acetate, and butanol, in addition to numerous other specialized chemical intermediates. These diverse products serve a vast array of industries, including but not limited to adhesives, biofuels, food and beverages, pharmaceuticals, personal care, and textiles. The firm was formerly known as Godavari Investment and Finance Corporation Limited until it rebranded to its current name in January 2006.