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Kerry : Opens Expanded Biotechnology Manufacturing Hub in Ireland to Meet Growi...
Kerry : Opens Expanded Biotechnology Manufacturing Hub in Ireland to Meet
About this update from Kerry Group Plc
Carrigaline expansion strengthens Kerry's integrated enzyme capabilities, helping dairy producers scale lactose-free and sugar-reduced products faster and more reliably. Naas, Ireland - April 20, 2026 - Kerry, a global leader in taste and nutrition, has today announced the opening of its expanded biotechnology manufacturing facility in Carrigaline, Co. Cork, significantly increasing its capacity to produce lactase enzymes at industrial scale. The expansion strengthens Kerry's ability to support dairy producers worldwide as demand accelerates for lactose-free and sugar-reduced dairy products, enabling faster scale-up, secure supply and consistent performance at commercial volumes. "This investment translates decades of biotech research into scalable, real-world capability," said Shane McGibney, President & CEO, Biotechnology Solutions and Transformation at Kerry. "By strengthening the link between enzyme engineering and industrial production, we're able to move innovations more efficiently from the lab to the production line - helping customers access reliable supply and bring new products to market with greater speed and confidence." The Carrigaline investment enhances Kerry's end-to-end enzyme platform by more closely linking advanced enzyme engineering and strain development with large-scale manufacturing. Working with Kerry's Global Innovation Centre as the central hub, Kerry connects innovation and application development with its specialised biotechnology capabilities at the Kerry Biotechnology Centre in Leipzig, Germany, and expanded production capacity in Carrigaline, Ireland - accelerating the journey from lab-based discovery to commercial application. "This facility demonstrates how industry, skills and innovation come together to support the future of Ireland's food and biotechnology sectors," said Peter Burke, Ireland's Minister for Enterprise, Tourism and Employment. "As a global leader in food, Kerry Group continues to play an important role in advancing high value capability from its Irish base. Manufacturing sites like Carrigaline help move innovation towards scale and strengthen Ireland's position in advanced manufacturing."