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Factory floor to village door - Haleon's new model for growth

· Source: themanufacturer.com

In short

Haleon is investing approximately £175m in a new oral health manufacturing facility in Madhya Pradesh, India, creating around 500 jobs and expanding capacity in one of its fastest-growing markets. The project combines local manufacturing, local sourcing and local talent with digital technologies such as AI, digital twins and real-time production data to improve planning, reduce waste and boost resilience. It also features a distinctive 'Last Mile' distribution model using motorcycle-based sales representatives and healthcare education to reach rural consumers, supporting Haleon's ambition to reach a billion more consumers by 2030.

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Tags: supply chain, manufacturing, localisation, digital twins, planning, last mile

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