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Fernandes Bottling Company (Suriname)

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The Fernandes Bottling Company stands as the leading beverage manufacturer in Suriname, tracing its origins back to 1939 when it was established by the Fernandes family. As early as 1938, the company secured the official franchise to bottle Coca-Cola products, a move that laid the foundation for its long-term industrial dominance. Today, the company operates a sophisticated production facility on Indira Gandhiweg in Paramaribo, where it manufactures international brands alongside the iconic Fernandes Soft Drinks. These local sodas, featuring unique flavors like Cherry Bouquet and Green Punch, have become a staple of Surinamese identity and are widely exported to the Caribbean and the Netherlands. The company is a vital economic engine for the nation, employing hundreds of workers and consistently investing in modern bottling technologies and sustainable logistics. Despite a catastrophic fire in 2021 that destroyed part of the plant, the company demonstrated remarkable resilience by maintaining market supply through international cooperation and rapid reconstruction.

Best time to visit & climate

The most pleasant time to visit is Sep–Nov.

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📋 Practical info

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What is this place?
The Fernandes Bottling Company is the official bottler of Coca-Cola in Suriname and produces the popular Fernandes soft drinks. It is a dominant player in the consumer goods sector, supplying the entire national market with beverages.
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Visiting
The bottling plant is an industrial building and is generally not open to visitors. From the main road, the production halls and truck loading ramps are visible.
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Where to view it
The best view is from the main road in Paramaribo that passes the factory, especially near the intersection with Dr. A. L. Waaldijkstraat. From the opposite side of the Suriname River, there is a good view of the factory grounds.
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Local products
The most famous local products are Fernandes drinks like Pineapple Soda and Cream Soda, available throughout Suriname. Coca-Cola products are also bottled here and sold in supermarkets and street stalls.
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Active season
Production runs year-round, with demand being especially high in the hot dry season from February to April. In the months around holidays like Christmas and New Year, more is also produced.
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Nearby
A visit to the Fernandes Bottling Company can be combined with a walk through the Palmentuin. The nearby Waterkant market also features a good opportunity to taste local products.

Geography

Coordinates
5.83600, -55.18800

Facts

  • The Fernandes Group was founded in 1910 by Isaak Fernandes.
  • Acquired the official Coca-Cola bottling franchise in 1938.
  • Production at the current Indira Gandhiweg site began in 1939.
  • Fernandes Soft Drinks have been exported to Europe since the 1970s.
  • A major fire destroyed the primary production hall in June 2021.
  • The company holds over 60 percent of the beverage market share in Suriname.

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Sights in the town Fernandes Bottling Company (4)

ANWB paal🏺 historical

A historical Dutch distance marker (ANWB pole) from the colonial era, once used to indicate road distances.

Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses📍 landmark

A meeting place for Jehovah's Witnesses in Paramaribo's industrial area, near the famous Fernandes bottling plant.

St. Volle Evangelle Gemeente📍 landmark

A Christian Full Gospel church known for its high-energy worship services and strong sense of community.

Choi's Groenten Markt🎭 culture

A bustling market in Paramaribo, famous for its vast selection of fresh Surinamese fruits and vegetables.

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Frequently asked questions

What does Fernandes Bottling Company do?
It is the official bottler for international brands like Coca-Cola in Suriname.
Is the factory open to visitors?
No, it is a strictly protected industrial area.
What are the most well-known products?
Besides international soft drinks, their own products like Fernandes drinks are legendary.
How deeply is it rooted in the economy?
It is a huge company present in many aspects of daily life.
Where is the headquarters?
The company is based in Paramaribo.
Fernandes Bottling Company: where is it located?
Fernandes Bottling Company is located in Suriname.
Fernandes Bottling Company: what is there to see?
Highlights include ANWB paal, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, St. Volle Evangelle Gemeente.
Fernandes Bottling Company: when is the best time to visit?
The most pleasant time to visit is Sep, Nov.
Fernandes Bottling Company: why is it worth visiting?
The Fernandes Bottling Company stands as the leading beverage manufacturer in Suriname, tracing its origins back to 1939 when it was established by the Fernandes family.
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