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Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim ceases trading

Summarised from 4 outlets · Updated 7 Oct, 17:37 · Archive

Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd, which supplied crisps to Tesco and Sainsbury's, has ceased trading after 54 years, making 95 staff redundant.

Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd, based in Cushendall and Ballymena in Northern Ireland, has ceased trading after entering administration. The company began in 1972 supplying potatoes to retailers across the UK and Ireland. In 2015, it launched its Glens of Antrim Crisps brand, which appeared on shelves in major supermarkets including Tesco and Sainsbury's.

Administrators Stuart Irwin, Ian Leonard and Robin Coughlin of Interpath were appointed on 21 September. The closure has resulted in 95 staff being made redundant, with only a small number retained to support the administration process. The administrators and their employment team are offering support to affected employees.

The company's collapse comes as rising costs across the agri-food sector 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.

Mr Irwin said the closure was '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'.

Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim ceases trading
Image: NW Evening Mail

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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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