The company’s manufacturing capacity will increase by 50% and 60 jobs will be created locally as a result of the expanded operation.
It will also provide enhanced processing efficiency and capacities. Ireland and the UK have had success with the Cheestrings brand since it was founded some thirty years ago.
The Government’s Capital Investment Scheme for the Agri-Food Processing Sector provided some funding for the facility. Additionally, it is covered by the EU Brexit Adjustment Reserve.
According to Peter Burke, Minister for Enterprise, Trade, and Employment, “This support ensures Kerry Dairy Ireland has the world-leading processing capabilities needed to continue growing the brand globally while directly supporting the local economy here in Charleville through the creation of jobs.”
Kerry Dairy Ireland CEO Pat Murphy stated that the company's confidence in the brand and the product is reflected in its investment in Charleville.
“As we cut the ribbon today, our commitment to quality, innovation, and community remains steadfast and we look forward to Cheestrings continued success and expansion,” he said. Enterprise Ireland’s CEO, Leo Clancy, stated that the organisation is dedicated to helping businesses like Kerry Dairy Ireland become more innovative, more competitive, and more globally recognised.
“The opening of the new Cheestrings facility today reflects highly on the entire sector – as an example of innovation combined with best-in-class facilities,” he stated.
“Enterprise Ireland has supported this development under the 2021 Capital Investment Scheme which aims to build the resilience of the Irish dairy and meat sectors by focusing on increasing the value added and directing new products into global markets,” he stated.