Brands
Centuary Mattresses is the Official Sleep Sponsor of Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2024
Mumbai: India’s Sleep Specialist, Centuary Mattress, announces its debut sponsorship for Sunrisers Hyderabad 2024. This marks a significant milestone for the brand as it extends its support to one of the most renowned franchises in the Indian T20 cricket league, reflecting Centuary’s commitment to supporting sports and connecting with cricket enthusiasts across the country.
The Sunrisers Hyderabad have a storied history of success and are widely regarded as a powerhouse team. At the same time, Centuary mattress also commands a solid market share across Andhra Pradesh and Telangana region. As a brand that is deeply rooted in the city and cultural fabric of Hyderabad, this partnership will help Centuary in further strengthening its presence in the Deccan community while also enhancing its brand visibility on a national scale. As part of the sponsorship agreement contract, the Centuary Mattress logo will be prominently displayed on the leading leg of the player’s trousers.
Centuary Mattress executive director Uttam Malani said, “We are delighted to embark on this exciting journey with Sunrisers Hyderabad. Since this is our first-ever association with such a prestigious sporting franchise, which is also a Hyderabad-based entity, it will not only strengthen our local connection but also elevate the spirit of cricket in our city. Cricket holds a special place in the hearts of millions of Indians and through this partnership we look forward to engaging with fans in a meaningful way while promoting our commitment to quality sleep.”
Sunrisers Hyderabad CEO K Shanmugam stated “We are excited to welcome Centuary Mattress as our official sponsor for 2024 season. This partnership signifies our shared values of excellence, performance, and dedication to providing the best experience for fans and players alike. We look forward to a successful collaboration that inspires mutual growth for both the brands.”
Brands
Mother Dairy unveils 30 plus products for summer portfolio push
Ice creams, regional dairy and high-protein range drive 30 per cent growth plans
MUMBAI: If summer had a flavour, Mother Dairy is making sure it comes in at least 30. As temperatures climb, Mother Dairy is turning up the chill with an expansive product blitz, announcing a pipeline of over 30 new offerings across its value-added dairy portfolio. Rolled out in phases through the season, the line-up spans indulgence, health, convenience and regional tastes, an attempt to meet India’s increasingly diverse consumption patterns head-on.
Ice creams take centre stage, accounting for around 20 of the new launches. The brand is introducing formats such as a Two-in-One Matka and Tub, alongside a premium ‘Crafted’ range and flavours like Cream Cheese Pistachio Cone and Kulfi Cassata. There is also a clear nod to calorie-conscious consumers, with the debut of a ‘Go-Low’ range featuring variants such as Choco Almond, Shahi Mewa and Kesar Pista Tilla Kulfi.
Beyond indulgence, the company is sharpening its regional play. Products like Jamun Yoghurt and Bhuna Jeera Raita aim to tap into local flavour preferences, while Shrikhand offered in three variants targets western markets. For northern consumers, Meethi Dahi joins the mix, reinforcing a localisation strategy that goes beyond one-size-fits-all offerings.
Convenience is another key lever. Mother Dairy is expanding its UHT milk portfolio with Cow Milk and Standardised Milk in markets such as Jammu and Kashmir, catering to demand for longer shelf-life products without compromising accessibility.
On the nutrition front, the brand is doubling down on protein. Its ‘Pro’ range is being strengthened with Procurd and Propaneer high-protein curd and paneer variants positioning itself within the growing health-conscious segment while retaining its core taste proposition.
The scale of the rollout signals more than just seasonal experimentation. With expectations of over 30 per cent growth across key categories, the company is betting on innovation as a primary growth engine, supported by a mix of traditional and new-age distribution channels.
Marketing, too, is set to match the ambition. High-impact campaigns across ice creams and flavoured milk are in the pipeline, aimed particularly at younger consumers and designed to amplify summer consumption moments.
In a market where heat often dictates demand, Mother Dairy is not just responding to the season, it is trying to own it, one scoop, sip and spoonful at a time.
