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Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim collapses

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 7 Oct, 12:44 · Archive

Glens of Antrim Potatoes, a Northern Ireland company that supplied crisps to Tesco and Sainsbury's, has ceased trading after 54 years.

Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd has ceased trading after entering administration. The company, based in Cushendall and Ballymena in Northern Ireland, operated for 54 years, beginning in 1972. It supplied potatoes to retailers across the UK and Ireland, and in 2015 launched its own Glens of Antrim Crisps brand, which were stocked by major supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's.

The company employed 95 staff, nearly all of whom have been made redundant. Only a small number have been retained to support the administration process. Stuart Irwin, Ian Leonard, and Robin Coughlin of Interpath were appointed as joint administrators on 21 September.

Stuart Irwin, managing director at Interpath, said: 'Glens of Antrim has been growing and supplying potatoes across Ireland for over 50 years, so this is a tremendously sad outcome for the business, its dedicated team, the agri-food sector in Northern Ireland, and the wider community in Ballymena and Cushendall.'

The collapse follows rising costs across the agri-food sector, which have put pressure on businesses throughout the supply chain. Glens of Antrim faced significant cash flow challenges as a result. The directors explored options including refinancing and seeking new investment, but none proved viable.

Following the appointment of administrators, the company ceased trading immediately. The administrators and their employment team are providing support to affected employees.

Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim collapses
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In this story: Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd · Tesco · Sainsbury's · Cushendall · Ballymena · Northern Ireland · Stuart Irwin · Interpath

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