Menu
03/09/2013
60 Jobs Cut At Co Down Food Firm
60 jobs are to be lost at a County Down food supplier.
Crossgar Foodservice has said it is consolidating aspects of its business with that of its parent, Pallas Foods.
The firm will now trade as Crossgar Pallas.
"Crossgar Poultry will be separated from Crossgar Foodservice operations and will transfer under a business sale agreement to Lissara Farm Ltd., which is owned and managed by Paul Bell, a member of the Bell family, the former owners of Crossgar Foodservice," the statement said.
All 46 employees at Crossgar Poultry are to be transferred to Lissara Farm Ltd., where a new deal will allow Crossgar Foodservice to continue to supply the Crossgar Poultry brand to its customers.
"It is envisaged that Crossgar Foodservice's meat production facility will close in Downpatrick and as a result may put at risk of compulsory redundancy 19 positions," the statement said.
"The decision to consider closing the meat production facility is based on the scale of the operation. To meet customer needs, Crossgar Foodserivce will continue to supply meat products in Northern Ireland through strategic agreements with local suppliers."
A spokesperson for the firm said: "While some redundancies are regrettably unavoidable, measures announced align the Northern Ireland business of Crossgar Foodservice with its parent company's core area of expertise, foodservice distribution.
"The development enhances distribution and product choice and provides improved value and a stronger, more compelling offering to customers. The business's commitment to Northern Ireland continues to be strong with a guarantee to continue to source local products."
(IT/MH)
Crossgar Foodservice has said it is consolidating aspects of its business with that of its parent, Pallas Foods.
The firm will now trade as Crossgar Pallas.
"Crossgar Poultry will be separated from Crossgar Foodservice operations and will transfer under a business sale agreement to Lissara Farm Ltd., which is owned and managed by Paul Bell, a member of the Bell family, the former owners of Crossgar Foodservice," the statement said.
All 46 employees at Crossgar Poultry are to be transferred to Lissara Farm Ltd., where a new deal will allow Crossgar Foodservice to continue to supply the Crossgar Poultry brand to its customers.
"It is envisaged that Crossgar Foodservice's meat production facility will close in Downpatrick and as a result may put at risk of compulsory redundancy 19 positions," the statement said.
"The decision to consider closing the meat production facility is based on the scale of the operation. To meet customer needs, Crossgar Foodserivce will continue to supply meat products in Northern Ireland through strategic agreements with local suppliers."
A spokesperson for the firm said: "While some redundancies are regrettably unavoidable, measures announced align the Northern Ireland business of Crossgar Foodservice with its parent company's core area of expertise, foodservice distribution.
"The development enhances distribution and product choice and provides improved value and a stronger, more compelling offering to customers. The business's commitment to Northern Ireland continues to be strong with a guarantee to continue to source local products."
(IT/MH)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
16 April 2004
Crossgar Poultry set for rebranding
Crossgar Poultry Group are set for a rebrand when they unveil their new name and logo at the forthcoming IFEX 2004 at the Kings Hall in Belfast. With over 4,000 customers and 3,000 products, Crossgar Poultry Group are changing to Crossgar Foodservice to meet growing customer demands.
Crossgar Poultry set for rebranding
Crossgar Poultry Group are set for a rebrand when they unveil their new name and logo at the forthcoming IFEX 2004 at the Kings Hall in Belfast. With over 4,000 customers and 3,000 products, Crossgar Poultry Group are changing to Crossgar Foodservice to meet growing customer demands.
13 June 2012
NI Food Firm Sold To US Interest
A County Down food firm is being bought over by a US company for an undisclosed sum. Crossgar Foodservice, which sells poultry, meat, chilled, frozen and grocery items throughout Ireland and the UK, was bought by a subsidiary of the American company Sysco.
NI Food Firm Sold To US Interest
A County Down food firm is being bought over by a US company for an undisclosed sum. Crossgar Foodservice, which sells poultry, meat, chilled, frozen and grocery items throughout Ireland and the UK, was bought by a subsidiary of the American company Sysco.
03 April 2003
Catering company secures multi-million pound airport contract
A local catering company has secured a seven-year contract with Derry City Airport worth nearly £4 million.
Catering company secures multi-million pound airport contract
A local catering company has secured a seven-year contract with Derry City Airport worth nearly £4 million.
12 August 2021
NI Businesses Praised For 'Resilience And Creativity'
The resilience and creativity of Northern Ireland's businesses has been praised by the Economy Minister Gordon Lyons as he has pledged to keep his focus on recovery and rebuilding the econom. Minister Lyons made the comments during a speech at Lisburn Chamber of Commerce's annual President's Lunch at Hinch Distillery.
NI Businesses Praised For 'Resilience And Creativity'
The resilience and creativity of Northern Ireland's businesses has been praised by the Economy Minister Gordon Lyons as he has pledged to keep his focus on recovery and rebuilding the econom. Minister Lyons made the comments during a speech at Lisburn Chamber of Commerce's annual President's Lunch at Hinch Distillery.
04 April 2011
Henderson Expands NI Warehouse Facility
Northern Ireland-based foodservice business Henderson Foodservice - which is also the wholesaler for the Spar and Vivo franchise - has completed an investment of approximately £14m in new warehousing and office accommodation on the company's 23.5 acre site at Hightown Avenue, Mallusk.
Henderson Expands NI Warehouse Facility
Northern Ireland-based foodservice business Henderson Foodservice - which is also the wholesaler for the Spar and Vivo franchise - has completed an investment of approximately £14m in new warehousing and office accommodation on the company's 23.5 acre site at Hightown Avenue, Mallusk.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:It will be cloudy again throughout the day. Mainly dry in the morning, but patchy drizzle in places, becoming more widespread and persistent in the afternoon. Freshening southwesterly winds. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:Cloudy with a spell of heavy rain pushing south through late evening and the early hours, followed by some clear spells. Minimum temperature 6 °C.
