Belarusian MAZ Goes Culinary: Sausages from a Car Maker Enter the Market
A new line of sausages appeared in Belarus under the Minsk Automobile Plant brand, MAZ, and the news traveled through a Telegram channel that tracks corporate initiatives. The rollout marks MAZ stepping beyond its traditional automotive focus into the food sector, inviting consumers to explore a fresh category under its brand umbrella.
The sausage assortment was developed by the Borisov meat processing facility, which uses beef sourced from AgroMAZ, a subsidiary linked to the MAZ group. The described lineup includes a variety of styles, showcasing influences from European traditions as well as local tailoring. Names mentioned include Estonian aromatic, Milano, Vilaggio, Krakowskaya, and Brunswick, among others, offering a palette that blends international appeal with familiar favorites.
Company representatives indicated that these new meat products will complement MAZ’s existing portfolio, which already features cheese and honey produced under the same corporate umbrella. The plan involves packaging the sausages in a gift grocery set, as a way to broaden MAZ’s presence in everyday household shopping and festive occasions alike.
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