23 September 2024 12:10 am Views - 25
AB Mauri Sri Lanka, a leading provider of yeast and bakery ingredients, announced the official commissioning of its new state-of-the-art icing sugar grinding plant.
Equipped with cutting-edge European technology, the facility is designed to enhance operational efficiency, ensure product quality and meet the growing demand for high-quality icing sugar.
Key features of new plant:
Inauguration ceremony and international recognition:
The icing sugar grinding plant was officially inaugurated by British High Commissioner to Sri Lanka Andrew Patrick. This visit marks a significant milestone in AB Mauri Sri Lanka’s history, highlighting over 30 years of market leadership in the yeast and bakery ingredients categories. The presence of such a distinguished guest underscores the importance of this new facility and its potential impact on the local and international markets. It also reinforces the British government’s commitment to improving trade relationships with Sri Lanka.
Market leadership and quality assurance:
AB Mauri Sri Lanka is a renowned supplier of fine icing sugar, known for its free-flowing properties, pure white colour and fineness. The company’s stringent quality standards and reliable supply chain have made it the go-to provider for businesses seeking premium icing sugar. The new plant further enhances AB Mauri Sri Lanka’s ability to deliver consistent, high-quality products that meet the exacting demands of its customers.
Securing high-demand contracts and export potential:
AB Mauri Sri Lanka has successfully secured a monthly contract with Fonterra (NZMP), a testament to the quality and reliability of its products. The increased production capacity from the new plant will enable the company to confidently meet the demands of this contract and explore new opportunities for long-term partnerships with established brands in the food industry.
Furthermore, compliance with international quality standards positions AB Mauri Sri Lanka as a potential exporter. The company is actively exploring opportunities to expand its market reach and supply high-quality icing sugar to neighbouring countries and regions.
AB Mauri Sri Lanka is a fully-owned affiliate of Associated British Foods PLC (ABF), a diversified international food, ingredients and retail group with a global presence spanning 47 countries. ABF operates through five business segments: grocery, sugar, agriculture, ingredients and retail, each contributing to the group’s overall growth and profitability.
ABF’s global impact:
Strategic initiatives and global leadership:
AB Mauri Sri Lanka’s parent company, ABF, continues to invest in new technologies, products and processes to drive sustainable growth. The group’s focus on environmental, social and governance (ESG) issues is reflected in its ongoing efforts to reduce its environmental footprint and enhance its social impact. These initiatives are designed to ensure that ABF remains at the forefront of industry trends and continues to deliver value to its stakeholders.