Northern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim enters administration
Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 12 Oct, 08:48 · Archive
Glens of Antrim Potatoes, which supplied crisps to Tesco and Sainsbury's, has ceased trading after 54 years.
Glens of Antrim Potatoes Ltd has ceased trading after 54 years in business, having entered administration on 21 September. The Northern Ireland company, based in Cushendall and Ballymena, supplied potatoes to retailers across the UK and Ireland. In 2015, it launched its Glens of Antrim Crisps brand, which was stocked in Tesco, Sainsbury's and other major supermarkets.
The company employed 95 staff, nearly all of whom have now been made redundant. A small number have been retained to support the administration process. Stuart Irwin of administrators Interpath 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'.
The collapse comes as rising costs across the agri-food sector put pressure on businesses throughout the supply chain. Glens of Antrim faced significant cash flow challenges as a result. Directors explored options including refinancing and seeking new investment, but none proved viable. Administrators and their employment team are offering support to affected employees.
How it is being reported
- UK crisp company stocked in Tesco closes after 54 years as it enters administrationNorthern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim Potatoes has ceased trading after entering administration, with 95 staff made redundant.Malvern Gazette · 12 Oct, 08:27
- UK crisp company stocked in Tesco closes after 54 years as it enters administrationNorthern Ireland crisp maker Glens of Antrim Potatoes has ceased trading after entering administration, with 95 staff made redundant.Worcester News · 11 Oct, 17:55
In this story: Glens of Antrim Potatoes · Tesco · Sainsbury's · Cushendall · Ballymena · Northern Ireland · Stuart Irwin · Interpath
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