NIBL Equity Partners Invests in Himalayan Java: A Landmark Investment for Global Expansion
29th August 2025, Kathmandu
NIBL Equity Partners, managed by NIMB Ace Capital Limited with Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited as the anchor investor, announced its strategic investment in Himalayan Java Coffee Pvt. Ltd.
NIBL Equity Partners Himalayan Java investment
The signing ceremony took place on August 28, 2025, with Mr. Shivanth Bahadur Pande, Mr. Gagan Pradhan, Mr. Anand Gurung, and other stakeholders and guests from both organizations. This strategic partnership is a historic investment that sets a new precedent in the country’s business ecosystem.
The investment will finance Himalayan Java’s global expansion, starting with South Asia, while supporting the opening of new outlets across Nepal. Aligned with NIBL Equity Partners’ strategy of taking Nepali brands overseas, the partnership is expected to significantly boost Himalayan Java’s sales, drive regional and global exports, and create increased opportunities across the coffee value chain. This partnership also serves as an inspiration to Nepal’s youth, demonstrating that alternative financing sources are accessible locally. It highlights how private equity can empower Nepali businesses to scale and succeed in an increasingly competitive global market.
Shivanth Bahadur Pande, CEO of NIMB Ace Capital, said, “This investment reflects our long-standing commitment to help modernize Nepali businesses to compete in the global arena. Our goal is not only to grow the company but also to showcase Nepal’s exceptional coffee to the world. We aim to position Himalayan Java as a global ambassador for Nepal’s specialty coffee.”
Anand Gurung, founder of Himalayan Java, said, “Since its inception, we at Himalayan Java have believed in supporting the broader entrepreneurial ecosystem of Nepal. Today, we are entering a new chapter with NIBL Equity Partners, a strategic partner in realizing our goals of expanding globally, exporting Nepali coffee, and showcasing the country’s potential on the world stage.” Additionally, Gagan Pradhan, founder of Himalayan Java, added, “This partnership comes at a pivotal moment in our journey. With NIBL Equity Partners’ support, we are ready to take Himalayan Java beyond Nepal, while staying committed to sustainable growth at home through job creation and vocational training that shares our success with the communities we serve.
Founded in 1999 as a single cafe, Himalayan Java today boasts over 70 outlets, 18 Himalayan Java Express outlets, its signature high-end chain, Gallery by Himalayan Java, in two locations. Nepal’s coffee consumption has grown steadily in recent years, reflecting a fast-emerging coffee culture that positions the country as a rising player in South Asia’s specialty coffee market. Domestically, Himalayan Java already serves over 2,300 customers daily across all outlets.
With a strategic catalyst like NIBL Equity Partners, Himalayan Java is set to showcase its exceptional coffee, grown in the fertile soil of the Himalayas, on the global stage. Himalayan Java continues to keep up with its expanding customer base by advancing its digital transformation through its customer app, with over 23,000 downloads, which play an increasingly central role in streamlining the coffee experience.
About NIBL Equity Partners
NIBL Equity Partners is the private equity initiative of NIMB Ace Capital, the country’s largest and most active banking and capital market institution, and a subsidiary of Nepal Investment Mega Bank Limited. A direct reflection of the innovative spirit of the two legacy institutions can be found in the fund’s investment approach. NIBL equity partners have been financing Nepal’s most promising growth-stage companies, guiding them towards operational excellence, sustainable value creation, and helping build an interconnected and synergetic business ecosystem.
About Himalayan Java
Established in 1999, Himalayan Java is Nepal’s first specialty coffee brand and a pioneer of the Third Wave and Sustainable Coffee movement in the country. With over two decades of experience, the brand is a beloved household name known for its socially responsible entrepreneurship. Himalayan Java is dedicated to strengthening Nepal’s coffee industry by empowering people, from coffee farmers to baristas.
