1) United Breweries Ltd was formed in 1857 in India and has been led by chairmen of Indian origin since 1947. Dr. Vijay Mallya became chairman in 1983.
2) The company's mission is to be the recognized leader in target markets and preferred employer, while recognizing human value and being a partner of choice.
3) Kingfisher has the largest market share of beer in India but faces competition from brands of companies like SABMiller, Anheuser-Busch, and Carlsberg. The Porter's Five Forces model analysis finds moderate threat from new entrants and substitutes but high bargaining power of buyers and low of suppliers.