The Beer Sectoral Group (BSG), a sector under the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), has announced the appointment of Carlos Coutino as Chairman of the Group, effective 1st February 2025.

Mr. Coutino takes over from Hans Essaadi, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Nigerian Breweries Plc, who has served as BSG Chairman since December 2022.

The BSG is a trade association of beer manufacturers in Nigeria, comprising Nigerian Breweries Plc, Guinness Nigeria Plc, and International Breweries Plc. The Group plays a vital role in advocating for responsible alcohol consumption and advancing the interests of the beer industry within the Nigerian market.

Mr. Coutino, who currently serves as the Managing Director/CEO of International Breweries Plc, has nearly two decades of leadership experience within the AB InBev Group. A graduate of Industrial Engineering with an MBA specializing in Strategy, he joined AB InBev in 2004 and has since held top-level roles across three continents and seven countries in Sales, Marketing, and Trade Marketing.

He will serve as BSG Chairman for a two-year tenure. In this capacity, he will collaborate closely with the Board of CEOs to provide strategic direction for the BSG, ensuring the Group continues to support industry growth, stakeholder engagement, and regulatory alignment..