Galway-based fresh meat supplier Divilly Brothers has announced the extension of a €4m a year contract with ALDI.
Divilly’s, based in Oranmore, has been a key supplier to the supermarket chain since 2007.
The company supplies ALDI with 100% Irish Bord Bia Quality Assured carved and sliced cooked ham products for the retailer’s Specially Selected range across its 163 stores nationwide.
The new contract will also see the Galway firm add brand new low-fat black and white puddings to its range at ALDI.
ALDI said the contract demonstrates their commitment to Irish suppliers and to supporting community-focused, family-run Irish businesses.
ALDI buying director Peter Bough, said: “We are proud to announce the continuation of our long-standing partnership with Divilly Brothers and the investment of a further €4m annually in that relationship.
"Divilly’s is a company that is constantly recognised for their high quality and tasty products, including the range of Bord Bia Quality Assured cooked Irish ham supplied to ALDI.
"We look forward to continuing to supply our customers with the highest quality meat products from Divilly’s fantastic range.”
Divilly Brothers, a family-owned company, was founded in 1927 and now employs over 50 people.
The company said the ALDI contract extension will help them expand their business and continue to supply a growing range of products, while supporting the overall efficiency and continued growth of their operations.
Mr Shane Divilly, Divilly’s Commercial Director said: “As we announce the extension of this supplier partnership, we proudly look back at our journey with ALDI.
"Since first supplying ALDI in 2007, we have continued to grow our business and this contract extension is a testament to our fantastic working relationship.”
Top pic: Peter and Shane Divilly, owners of Galway-based Divilly Brothers meat suppliers, pictured with Peter Bough, ALDI Buying Director and siblings, Teagan and Moya Farrell
Pics: Andrew Downes, xposure
