JAKARTA, Indonesia, Aug. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ --
Scaling Indonesia's First Premium Mixer Brand Nationwide
Just two days after Indonesia commemorates 80 years of independence, a bold wave of local innovation takes center stage in the beverage industry. Candid Mixers - the country's first homegrown premium mixer brand - is proud to announce a nationwide distribution agreement with PT Sukanda Djaya (SKD), one of Indonesia's most trusted food and beverage distributors.
This partnership marks a milestone moment: an Indonesian-made, bartender-led mixer brand going national with the full force of SKD's logistics and retail expertise behind it.
"Candid Mixers brings an exciting new dimension to the beverage landscape in Indonesia. As the country's first locally produced premium mixer brand, it reflects both innovation and quality - values we're proud to support as we scale their reach nationwide." - PT Sukanda Djaya
Under the agreement, SKD will distribute Candid's signature 250 ml SKUs including Imperial Tonic, Club Soda, and Ginger Ale across hotels, bars, clubs, and premium retail channels. New flavours are also on the horizon.
Crafted in Indonesia. Designed for the World.
Created by local bartenders and proudly manufactured in Indonesia, Candid Mixers reflects a modern Indonesian spirit - ambitious, elevated, and ready to lead. Following a strong first half of 2025, the partnership arrives at a pivotal moment for the brand, fueled by increasing demand from hospitality venues seeking high-quality, wellness-aligned beverage options.
Candid has already earned attention nationwide for its bold flavour profiles, design-forward identity, and versatile, alcohol-free appeal - whether poured into a cocktail or sipped straight from the can.
And now, with the launch of Emma, Candid's AI Bartender, venues and consumers alike can unlock even more creativity. Emma can instantly suggest recipes for signature cocktails, craft alcohol-free pairings, or generate batch-ready serves for events - bringing Candid's premium mixers to life in new and innovative ways.
Key Distribution Highlights:
- Direct fulfillment through SKD's trusted nationwide network
- Immediate availability expansion across hotels, bars, clubs, and modern grocers
- Launch of trial packs, retail-ready displays, and co-branded marketing in Q3
This partnership is more than logistics - it is a signal of Indonesia's growing place on the global beverage map, with Candid leading the way.
Website: candidmixers.com
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Meet Emma: Your AI Bartender
Candid's new AI Bartender, Emma, can create drink ideas for any occasion - whether you need a refreshing mocktail for a spa day, a signature cocktail for your bar menu, or a batch serve for an event.
Try Emma now - see 3 mocktail and 2 cocktail recipes using Candid Imperial Tonic, one for poolside and one for a night out.
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Candid Mixers and PT Sukanda Djaya Announce Strategic Distribution Partnership
PUNE, India, April 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- EKA Mobility, a leading electric vehicles and technology company, today announced a strong 5X year-on-year volume growth in FY 2025–26, with 1,143 units sold and 1,344 electric commercial vehicles produced. This milestone comes on the back of the company's comprehensive electric vehicle portfolio across segments. During the year, EKA entered the M&HCV truck segment, in addition to its existing bus and SCV portfolio. The company is a Champion OEM under the Auto PLI Scheme and has achieved certification across multiple platforms.
"FY 2025–26 is a defining year for EKA Mobility. We are not only scaling volumes but also expanding our manufacturing footprint by adding a new plant recently and increasing our planned annual capacity to 10,000 buses, 6,000 trucks and 24,000 SCVs. With the widest range of fully homologated, born-electric platforms from last-mile to long-haul, we are uniquely positioned as a full-stack EV company. Our growth across electric buses, small commercial vehicles, and now trucks validates both market demand and our execution capability.
India's transition to clean commercial mobility is accelerating, and EKA is at the forefront driving this shift at scale, with technology, innovation, and global ambition."
— Dr. Sudhir Mehta, Founder & Chairman, EKA Mobility
Strong Business Momentum Across Segments
- Electric Bus Leadership:
Secured wins under PM e-Bus Sewa and PM E-DRIVE; deployed vehicles across 15+ states including Maharashtra, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka, and Delhi - SCV Breakout Year:
Strong uptake of 3S & 6S passenger vehicles and 3W cargo platforms, accelerating last-mile mobility adoption - Electric Trucks:
New Growth Engine: Entry into heavy-duty trucks contributing to growth and expanding presence in logistics electrification - Hydrogen Fuel Cell:
Deployed a 9-metre hydrogen fuel cell bus at Cochin International Airport with KPIT Technologies and BPCL; plans to deploy 15 more buses
Key Highlights:
Global Expansion:
- Commenced electric bus deployments in Africa
- Partnership with Kerchanshe Group for CKD assembly and distribution
- Agreement with NBFI Capital for manufacturing in Australia
Manufacturing Scale-Up:
- Two Pune facilities operational; Pithampur plant to be operational shortly
- Planned annual capacity: 10,000 buses, 6,000 trucks and 24,000 SCVs
Retail Network:
- Expanded dealership network; plans to add 120 dealerships in FY27
Order Book Visibility:
- 6,000+ confirmed e-buses to be delivered over the next two years
About EKA Mobility
EKA Mobility is a Pune-based electric vehicle and technology company focused on transforming India's commercial mobility landscape. With a portfolio spanning electric buses, electric trucks, and small commercial vehicles, EKA combines electric vehicle manufacturing with proprietary AI-powered fleet technology to deliver end-to-end mobility solutions.
EKA Mobility is backed by Mitsui & Co., Ltd. (Japan), VDL Groep (Netherlands), Pinnacle Industries Limited, Enam Holdings and the NIIF India-Japan Fund as equity and strategic partners and has expanded its footprint to markets in East Africa, South Africa, and Australia.
To know more about the company, kindly visit: https://ekamobility.com
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EKA Mobility Achieves 5x Volume Growth
