Author: CASSMAN Publish Time: 2025-09-05 Origin: CASSMAN BEER BREWING EQUIPMENT
Project Title: Navigating Complex Logistics and EAC Regulations to Deliver a 3000L Production Brewery to Bishkek
Client: "Altyn Arpa Brewery" (Golden Barley Brewery), an ambitious new beverage company aiming to become a leading producer of high-quality, European-style beer for the Kyrgyz national market.
Location: Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan
The consumer market in Kyrgyzstan is evolving, with a growing demand for locally produced, high-quality alternatives to imported goods. The founders of "Altyn Arpa Brewery" saw a significant opportunity to establish a modern, industrial-scale brewery that could set a new standard for beer in the country. Their vision was ambitious: a 3000L system capable of consistent, high-volume production. However, turning this vision into reality in a landlocked Central Asian nation presented a monumental set of logistical and regulatory hurdles.
Establishing a large-scale brewery in Bishkek required a partner capable of overcoming four immense challenges:
Mandatory EAC Certification: As a member of the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU), Kyrgyzstan requires industrial equipment to have the EAC mark (Eurasian Conformity). This involves a complex certification process under the technical regulations of the Customs Union (TR CU) and is an absolute prerequisite for legal importation and operation.
Extreme Logistical Complexity: Bishkek is thousands of kilometers from the nearest major seaport. The project required a multi-modal logistics plan involving sea freight followed by a long and arduous overland journey by rail or truck, crossing multiple international borders. The equipment had to be packed to withstand this punishing journey.
On-Site Technical Expertise: Given the relative scarcity of local technicians experienced with modern brewing systems, the project's success depended on having expert supervision during installation, commissioning, and the critical initial brewing phase.
Robustness and Reliability: The system needed to be exceptionally durable and reliable, built with high-quality components to ensure longevity and minimize the need for specialized maintenance in a market with a developing industrial support infrastructure.
CASSMAN rose to the occasion, delivering not just equipment, but a comprehensive, turnkey solution centered around a powerful 3000L 3-Vessel Steam-Heated Brewhouse.
Key System Features:
Complete EAC Certification Management: CASSMAN took full responsibility for the EAC compliance process. We worked with accredited bodies to ensure all vessels, electronics, and machinery met the stringent TR CU safety and quality standards, delivering the entire system with the official EAC mark and supporting documentation.
End-to-End "Silk Road" Logistics: Our logistics team designed and executed a detailed transportation plan. This included robust, custom crating for all components, coordination of sea freight to a strategic port, and managing the complex overland freight through Central Asia, including all customs brokerage and border transit paperwork.
On-Site Engineer for Installation and Training: Recognizing the critical need for hands-on support, CASSMAN dispatched one of our senior engineers to Bishkek. The engineer supervised the local team during the entire installation process, commissioned the system, and provided intensive, hands-on training for the new Kyrgyz brew team.
Industrial-Grade, High-Efficiency Brewhouse: The 3-vessel system (Mash Tun, Lauter Tun, Kettle/Whirlpool) was designed for high-throughput production. Built with heavy-duty 304 stainless steel and equipped with reliable, internationally-sourced pumps and motors, the system was engineered for the rigors of daily, large-scale commercial brewing.
Our approach was defined by proactive planning and a commitment to on-the-ground success.
Compliance-Led Engineering: The project began with securing EAC approval on all technical designs, ensuring a smooth and predictable path through manufacturing and importation.
Logistics as a Core Function: From the outset, logistics were treated as a primary project component. We worked with freight forwarders specializing in the "Belt and Road" trade routes to ensure the safest and most efficient path to Bishkek.
The Human Element: The decision to send an engineer was pivotal. This presence on the ground transformed a potentially difficult installation into a collaborative and educational process, empowering the client's team with the confidence and skills to operate their new brewery.
Bilingual Support: All operational manuals, control panel interfaces, and documentation were provided in both Russian and English to ensure clarity and ease of use for the local staff.
The Altyn Arpa Brewery launched successfully, immediately positioning itself as a major player in the Kyrgyz market.
A Landmark Achievement: The successful delivery and commissioning of a system of this scale was a significant achievement, demonstrating a new potential for industrial projects in the region.
Seamless Start-Up: The CASSMAN engineer ensured that the system was assembled correctly and performed flawlessly from the very first brew, preventing costly errors and delays. The brewery's director stated, "Getting this huge system to Bishkek was our biggest fear. CASSMAN's logistics plan and their on-site engineer turned our biggest challenge into a non-issue. They didn't just sell us a brewery; they built it with us."
Immediate Market Impact: With their large capacity and consistent quality, Altyn Arpa was able to secure distribution contracts and quickly establish their brand across the country.
A Foundation for Quality: The brewery now operates as a benchmark for modern brewing in Kyrgyzstan, built on a foundation of safe, certified, and reliable technology.
The Altyn Arpa Brewery project showcases CASSMAN's unique capability to execute ambitious projects in the world's most challenging emerging markets. Our expertise extends far beyond manufacturing; we are specialists in navigating complex international regulations (like EAC) and conquering formidable logistical barriers. By providing comprehensive, on-the-ground support, we guarantee that our clients' vision can be realized, no matter where in the world they are.
For pioneering projects that require a partner with global reach and local commitment, CASSMAN delivers certainty and success.
