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Manufacturing (10 - 11) Manufacture of food and beverage 10.5 - Manufacture of dairy products and edible ice 10.51 - Manufacture of dairy products
100 jobs Number of planned job creations
Announcement Date
18 May 2026
Employment effect (start)
18 May 2026
Foreseen end date
18 May 2028
Description
Kinisla, an Irish dairy company, announced the creation of 100 new jobs over the next two years, following its rebranding from Kerry Dairy Ireland.
The expansion is part of a €300 million investment programme focused on dairy consumer foods and nutritional ingredients.Kinisla’s strategy includes strengthening its manufacturing, innovation and sustainability pillars, positioning the business for long-term growth and deeper market penetration.
Kinisla employs around 1,700 people and operates in dairy processing, producing a range of consumer and ingredient products. The investment programme reflects the company’s strategy to scale its operations and strengthen its position in global markets.
Citation
Eurofound (2026), Kinisla, Business expansion in Ireland, factsheet number 300415, European Restructuring Monitor. Dublin, https://dev.eurofound.europa.eu/restructuring-events/detail/300415.
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