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Sept, 2019
Aurivo invests to create most sustainable liquid milk facility at its Killygordon site
Investment allows Aurivo to significantly reduce on-site fossil fuel consumption by some 80%.
Co-Op remains committed to Northern Ireland milk suppliers
The Minister for Education and Skills, Joe McHugh TD, today unveiled the completion of a significant investment by Aurivo in its milk processing facility in Killygordon, Co Donegal. The €6m investment, which is an element of the Co-Op’s €48m capital investment programme announced last year, will double the processing capacity of the milk plant, which produces a variety of fresh milk products for well-known national and regional milk brands such as Donegal Creameries, Connacht Gold and Organic for Us. Importantly, the investment allows the Killygordon milk plant to significantly reduce on-site fossil fuel consumption by some 80%.
Commenting Minister McHugh said: “As the uncertainties and implications of Brexit draw near and come into sharp reality, it is significant, noteworthy and encouraging that Aurivo is investing for future market opportunities, particularly in its facilities such as Killygordon that processes fresh milk from suppliers in 14 counties on the Island of Ireland. As well as looking to make it suppliers’ businesses as profitable and sustainable as possible, Aurivo, through this investment is also securing its own sustainable growth as a commercial co-operative – supporting the 120 jobs here at Killygordon, doubling production capacity to meet market opportunities, while also becoming more environmentally sustainable by significantly reducing the carbon emissions on the site.”
Pat Duffy, Chairman of Aurivo said: “On behalf of the Board of Aurivo, I am very pleased to unveil this phase of our investment programme in Killygordon. This investment could not be possible but for our valued suppliers in the Northern half of Ireland. These are indeed challenging times for the Irish dairy sector and we are acutely conscious that in the event of a no deal Brexit, with dairy products being hit the hardest, the impact of tariff barriers and bureaucracy will have a hugely negative impact on farmers north of the border. As a co-op, Aurivo is focused on making our suppliers’ businesses as profitable and sustainable as possible, and since Brexit became a reality in 2016, we have been developing plans to ensure that we can efficiently process and market Northern Ireland milk supply over the coming years.”
In addition to the installation of a larger pasteuriser, separator and homogeniser and milk standardising equipment that increases hourly capacity by 80%, works as part of the investment programme at the Killygordon plant also include the installation of an advanced packaging device capable of packing 1.5 litre, 1.75 litre and 2 litre biopack cartons, which utilises 75% less plastic. These new packs are fully recyclable using no fossil-based plastic.
Aaron Forde, CEO of Aurivo said: “As the second largest liquid milk processor in the country, this investment enhances and solidifies our market position. The increased capacity aligned with cost efficiencies and positive environmental impacts readies our Killygordon plant for long term sustainable growth and contributes significantly to Aurivo and its consumer foods business. This investment, along with others as part of our five-year growth strategy, works to ensure that all our efforts are directed to doing the best job possible to maximise the return to our member owners while maintaining a strong sustainable business.”
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Aurivo House
Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
Phone: 071 9186500
Email: info@aurivo.ie
Aurivo Agribusiness
Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
Phone: 071 9160883
Email: nutrias@aurivo.ie
Web: homeland.ie
Web: nutrias.ie
Aurivo Consumer Foods
Finisklin,
Sligo, F91 N968
Phone: 071 9160883
Email: consumerfoods@aurivo.ie
Web: connachtgold.ie
Aurivo Dairy Ingredients
Ballaghaderreen,
Co. Roscommon, F45 WK33
Phone: 094 9860114
Email: dairyingredients@aurivo.ie
Aurivo House
Finisklin, Sligo.
Phone: 071 9186500 | Fax: 071 9185239
Email: info@aurivo.ie
| Title | Address | Description |
|---|---|---|
Aurivo House | Finisklin Business Park, Finisklin, Sligo, Ireland | Aurivo House |
Aurivo Dairy Ingredients | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients, Lung, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Dairy Ingredients |
Aurivo Animal Feeds | Unit 7A, The Mill Business Park, Dublin Rd, Kilcolman, Ballaghadereen, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Aurivo Animal Feeds |
Homeland, Ballaghaderreen | 4 College Ct, Ballaghaderreen, Co. Roscommon, F45 DR13, Ireland | Address: Homeland, Ballaghaderreen, Roscommon - F45 F684 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballina | Crossmolina Rd, Ballina, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Crossmolina Road, Co. Mayo, F26 K288 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Castlebar | Glencar, Fortfield, Moneenbradagh, Castlebar, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F23 H283 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Westport | 5 Castlebar Rd, Carrowbeg, Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Lodge Road, Westport, Co. Mayo, F28 XH51 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Swinford | 2 Fraunhill, Swineford, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F12 WF98 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Achonry | Achonry, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Achonry, TUBBERCURRY CO. SLIGO F56 R275 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Plus, Deep Water Quay, Sligo | Icos House, Finisklin Rd, Cartron, Sligo, Ireland | Address: Deep Water Quay, Sligo, F91 HR53 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Athleague | R362, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F42 WY64 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Castlerea | Longford House, Longford, Castlerea, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F45 A403 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Rathscanlon | R294, Rathscanlan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo, F91 EP83 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Riverstown | Cuiltylough, Riverstown, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F52 W957 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ballymote | R293, Keenaghan, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F56 XW26 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Skreen | N59, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F91 RP44 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Claremorris | 2 Clareville, Clare, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F12 XW26 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballinrobe | Abbey View, Abbey Rd, Friarsquarter West, Ballinrobe, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F31 VK49 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kinlough | 2 Spa Brae, Kinlough, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Address: Co. Leitrim, F91 RH22 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kilbarron | Nagin House, Creevy, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Cashelard, Ballyshannon, Co. Donegal, F94 YK33 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Athlone | Moydrum Rd, Blyry Upper, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, Ireland | Address: Moydrum Business Park, Junction 9, Athlone, Co. Westmeath, N37 FY05 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Gurteen | R293, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Co. Sligo, F56 E956 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Killala | Quay Rd, Townplots East, Co. Mayo, Ireland |
Address: The Quay, Killala, F26 X363 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Boyle | Station Rd, Termon, Co. Roscommon, Ireland | Address: Co. Roscommon, F52 KN28 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Ballyhaunis | N83, Kilmannin, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Co. Mayo, F35 Y429 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Easkey | R297, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Address: Castletown, Easkey, Co. Sligo, F26 D681 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Kiltoghert | R299, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Address: Carrick-on-Shannon, Co. Leitrim, N41 V677 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Mohill | 1 Hyde St, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, N41 V6T4, Ireland | Address: Co. Leitrim, N41 VP77 Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Letterkenny | Middle Rd, Ballyboe Lisnenan, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Middle Road, Ballyraine, Letterkenny, Co. Donegal Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Lifford | Letterkenny Rd, Lifford, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Lifford, Co. Donegal, F93 TC97 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Creeslough | Sue's Cottage, Rosscad, Creeslough, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Creeslough, Co. Donegal, F92 YH22 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Ardara | Corner House, The Diamond, Drumbaran, Ardara, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Ardara, Co. Donegal, F94 FT59 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Omagh | 10 Dromore Rd Retail Park, Omagh BT78 1RE, UK | Address: Dromore Road, Co. Tyrone Opening Hours: |
Homeland, Kerrykeel | R246, Co. Donegal, Ireland | Address: Kerrykeel, Co. Donegal, F92 F766 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri, Longford | Cartrongeeragh Business Park, Athlone Road, Cartronageeragh, Co. Longford, Ireland | Address: Athlone Road, Longford Opening Hours: |
Homeland Belmullet | Áras Mhaoilchiaraín, Chapel St, Belmullet, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Address: Belmullet, Co. Mayo, F26 Y6P5 Opening Hours: |
Homeland Agri Ballinfull | 1, Carrigeens, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, F91 K5D7, Ireland | Address: Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, F91 CR29 Opening Hours: |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballymote | Laburnum Lodge, Fairgreen Rd, Rathnakelliga, Ballymote, Co. Sligo, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Ballinrobe | Abbey St, Friarsquarter West, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Tom Mc Guire |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Balla | N60, Co. Mayo, Ireland | Manager: Michael Murphy |
Aurivo Livestock Mart Mohill | 1 Cappagh, Mohill, Co. Leitrim, Ireland | Manager: Stephen Hannon |
