INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
Delhi, India - Business Wire India�In a pioneering move to safeguard consumers and reinforce trust in premium Indian spirits, Piccadily
Agro Industries Limited has become the first Indian alco-bev company to implement ForgeStops cutting-edge anti-counterfeit smart label
technology for its acclaimed Indri Single Malt.With counterfeiting rampant in India - where its said that more Scotch is consumed than
Scotland even produces - Piccadily has taken a bold and proactive step
By integrating NFC-enabled smart labels into its packaging, the company is setting a new benchmark in authenticity and transparency,
investing significantly to ensure consumers receive only genuine, original products, reinforcing trust in premium Indian spirits.ForgeStop
InfoTap Labels on Piccadily products utilize EM Microelectronic echo-V chips with 128bit AES encryption and dynamically changing tokens -
giving them bank level security and making them virtually impossible to fake
They also feature tag-tamper detection - alerting a consumer if the bottle seal has ever been broken - this prevents bottle re-use, a major
issue with Alcohol counterfeiting that is difficult to combat with other technologies
Its platform creates a unique digital twin of every product at the moment of production and secures the product until its enjoyed by the
The software allows for app-free authentication and provides batch level product information - making it the most user-friendly
anti-counterfeit technology available
This technology can be connected to the blockchain generating an immutable product journey - securing supply chains.Unlike static
technologies such as QR codes or holograms, this NFC tap and verify experience allows customers to simply tap their smartphones to the
bottle to instantly confirm its authenticity and view batch-level information."As a brand committed to authenticity and quality, were proud
to be the first Indian single malt brand to take this bold step," said Praveen Malviya, CEO (IMFL), Piccadily Agro Industries Limited
"Counterfeit alcohol is a serious issue in India and globally
With ForgeStops smart technology, our customers can enjoy Indri with the confidence that whats in the bottle is exactly what we
crafted.""Were proud to partner with Piccadily Distilleries, a globally recognized brand leading the way in product integrity
With ForgeStops smart label technology, consumers can instantly verify authenticity and access product information with a simple tap-no app
Its a seamless blend of security and brand storytelling," said Terry Katz, CEO of ForgeStop.As per the TRACIT (Transnational Alliance to
Combat Illicit Trade) September 2023 report on India, a significant share of alcohol sold in India is counterfeit-well above the global
average-and the problem is escalating rapidly
Counterfeit alcohol not only harms brands but also poses serious risks to consumer health.With this first-of-its-kind initiative, Piccadily
is elevating the standards of transparency, safety, and innovation in the Indian spirits industry-paving the way for a more secure and
connected future for whisky lovers.*Source- Source (TRACIT Report on India)Source (OECD Illicit Trade Report)Stock Ticker: (PICCADIL |
530305 | INE546C01010)About Piccadilly Agro Industries Limited (PAIL)Piccadilly Agro Industries Limited (PAIL) is a publicly listed company
on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE: PICAGRO)
The company operates primarily in two strategic business segments: Distillery and Sugar
Its manufacturing facility is located in Indri, Haryana, covers 168 acres and is equipped with advanced technology for producing a diverse
range of products, including Malt, Extra Neutral Alcohol (ENA), Ethanol, and White Crystal Sugar.Piccadilly Agro Industries Limited has
established itself as a key player in the alcoholic beverages industry, particularly renowned for its expertise in malt spirits
The company boasts a robust portfolio that includes premium expressions of Indri single malt whisky, blended malt whisky brands and
Camikara, premium sugarcane juice aged rum.In 2022, Piccadilly Agro Industries Limited made a significant mark with the launch of Indri its
flagship single malt whisky brand, aimed at catering to discerning consumers who appreciate quality and craftsmanship in spirits
By focusing on premiumization strategies and leveraging its technical capabilities, the company has successfully positioned itself as a
leader in the Indian single malt whisky market by becoming the fastest growing single malt whisky brand in 2024.Website:
www.piccadily.comAbout ForgeStopForgeStop is a connected product technology company that helps brands deliver engaging, trusted product
experiences while protecting against counterfeiting, supply chain fraud, and lost consumer trust
Its smart label platform enables interactive product experiences that protect brands and engage buyers
