Coca Cola announces £17 million investment creating 35 new jobs
It is the single largest investment since the production facility opened in 2008
Last updated 18th Jan 2023
Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland have announced a £17 million expansion of its Knockmore Hill, Lisburn Production Facility.
The extension will be 4,597 square metres in size. This will allow the company to increase production capability on site.
35 new permanent roles will be created.
The announcement was made at a reception held in the company's Lisburn plant with the Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Chris Heaton-Harris MP and local representatives in attendance.
Speaking at the launch, Rt Hon Secretary of State for Northern Ireland Chris Heaton-Harris MP commented:
“Today’s announcement and the continued investment by Coca-Cola HBC into its production facility in Lisburn is testament to the great place Northern Ireland is to do business in."
“With over 80 years in the area, it’s really positive to see Coca-Cola HBC’s dedication to innovation and development in Northern Ireland, creating jobs and helping to strengthen the economy.”
Miles Karemacher, General Manager of Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland said:
“We are delighted to announce the expansion of our Knockmore Hill production facility. Coca-Cola HBC has a rich history in Northern Ireland and this extension demonstrates our strong continued commitment to the island of Ireland and to our employees and the communities we serve here."
“I am incredibly proud of our team in Knockmore Hill and the work they do, acting as a leader in innovation and sustainability across the sector and I am confident that the future is bright for our organisation across the island in the years to come.”
Coca-Cola currently employs over 750 people across Ireland with 450 staff based at the Knockmore Hill site. Since 2008, over £127 million has been invested in the facility,
The expansion comes after a competitive tender process where Coca-Cola HBC Ireland and Northern Ireland was selected as the strongest location amongst a number of other bottling operators across Europe.
Production at the expanded facility is set to begin in August 2023.