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Around Noon partners with Natasha's Foundation to strengthen allergen safety standards

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Northern Ireland food-to-go manufacturer Around Noon has entered a four-year partnership with Natasha's Foundation. The arrangement commits funding and operational expertise to advance allergen management standards across food manufacturing.

Three entries vie for Supply Chain Achievement Award at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Last year's Supply Chain Achievement Award category at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025 brought together three companies that demonstrated the breadth of supply chain capability across Ireland's manufacturing sector. The shortlist reflected a strong mix of digital transformation, operational efficiency, and sustainable logistics practice.

Three entries vie for Manufacturer of the Year – Food & Beverages at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Last year's Manufacturer of the Year – Food & Beverages category at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025 brought together three companies that represented the scale, diversity, and ambition of Ireland's food and beverage manufacturing sector. The shortlist highlighted a compelling mix of export-driven growth, sustainability, and operational excellence.

Four-Year High: Why Ireland’s Manufacturing PMI Surge Is a Signal, Not Just a Statistic

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland’s AIB Manufacturing PMI hit 55.9 in May 2026, a four-year high, with seven consecutive months of output growth and export orders at their fastest since August 2021. Cost discipline and front-loaded demand are driving a sector operating at peak momentum.

XCC Group invests US$219m in Philippine bearing manufacturing facility

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

China-based XCC Group is investing US$219m (€192m) in a precision bearing manufacturing facility in the Philippines. The project expands industrial production capacity supporting automotive and advanced manufacturing supply chains.

Nissan plans to manufacture Chery vehicles at Sunderland plant

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Japan-based Nissan is set to manufacture vehicles for China’s Chery at its Sunderland facility in England. The arrangement strengthens automotive production utilisation and cross-border manufacturing collaboration.

Lakeland Dairies invests £24.5m to expand dairy manufacturing capacity

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Lakeland Dairies is investing £24.5m (€32.8m) to expand dairy manufacturing capacity in Northern Ireland. The project strengthens food production capability, processing efficiency and export-focused manufacturing operations.

Glencar begins construction of industrial facility to support manufacturing growth

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Ireland-based Glencar has broken ground on a major industrial development in Dublin to expand advanced manufacturing and logistics capacity. The project supports industrial growth and future production investment.

Kestrel Foods invests £5m to expand snack manufacturing capacity

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Northern Ireland snack manufacturer Kestrel Foods is investing £5m (€6.7m) to expand automated production capacity at its Portadown facility. The investment strengthens food manufacturing capability and supports export-driven growth.

Three entries vie for Manufacturer of the Year – Wood Products at Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025

Author: Jed Nykolle Harme

Last year's Manufacturer of the Year – Wood Products category at the Manufacturing Excellence Awards 2025 brought together three companies that represented the breadth and ambition of Ireland's wood products manufacturing sector. The shortlist highlighted a compelling mix of innovation, sustainability, and long-established operational expertise.

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