Andrew Ingredients and Griffin Foods are pleased to announce a strategic partnership, marking an exciting new chapter for both organisations. Under the agreement, Andrew Ingredients has acquired a majority stake in Griffin Foods, with founder and Managing Director, John Griffin retaining significant ownership and continuing to lead the business.
This partnership combines Andrew Ingredients’ strength in the bakery market with Griffin Foods’ wide portfolio of ambient ingredients being supplied into the wider food industry including specialisms in chocolate, ice cream, yoghurt, ready meals and bakery. The partnership will create enhanced capabilities to serve customers with an expanded product range across the island of Ireland.
John Griffin will continue in his current role, ensuring continuity for employees, customers, and suppliers. Patrick Kavanagh, Sales Director and Gemma Mulrooney, Operation Director at Griffin Foods will also continue in their current roles. Day-to-day operations will remain unchanged, with the same team and commitment to excellence that Griffin Foods' is renowned for.
"This partnership allows us to unlock future growth and scale while maintaining the entrepreneurial spirit and customer-focused approach that has made Griffin Foods successful," said John Griffin. "I'm excited about the opportunities this creates for our team and the enhanced value we can deliver to our customers."
John Graham, Managing Director at Andrew Ingredients, added: "We've long admired what John Griffin and his team have built at Griffin Foods. Our companies share similar values and a commitment to our customers and staff, which made this partnership a natural fit. This is about supporting Griffin Foods’ continued success and combining our strengths to deliver greater value to customers while preserving the culture and relationships that make both companies so special."
Tim Andrew, Chairman of Andrew Ingredients, commented: "In our 80 years, we've always believed that the best partnerships are built on shared values and mutual respect. Seeing what John Griffin has achieved over 30 years with Griffin Foods reminds us of our own journey as a family business. This partnership represents the coming together of long-established food ingredient companies that understand the importance of relationships, quality, and long-term thinking. It's exciting to see how family-owned businesses like ours can continue to evolve and thrive together for generations to come."
The partnership is effective immediately, with both companies working together to integrate operations and identify new opportunities for customer benefit.