Jobs boost in Northampton as Carlsberg announces expansion plans
One of Northampton's largest businesses has announced the creation of up to 60 jobs if planning permission for a new bottling line is approved.
Carlsberg UK, the British arm of the world's fourth largest brewing company whose UK headquarters and brewery are based on Bridge Street, has submitted plans to West Northamptonshire Development Corporation for a multi-million pound expansion programme that will house a bottling line capable of filling millions of bottles a year. If granted, work will begin in March 2012.
Matt Callan, supply chain director for Carlsberg UK, says: "This is really positive news for Northampton. We are proud to play a part in the town and this investment shows our commitment to Northampton and the UK beer market. The creation of up to 60 jobs is a great boost for the local community, especially in the current economic climate and means that we will be able to brew and package millions more bottles of beer including Carlsberg, Export and San Miguel at our brewery."
The news has been welcomed by local organisations.
Paul Griffiths from the Northamptonshire Chamber of Commerce said: "Carlsberg UK is one of Northampton's largest employers and contributes hugely to the local economy and community. These plans for expansion not only bring with them job opportunities, but also reassurance that Carlsberg is here to stay in Northampton."
The announcement follows a £40 million expansion and development programme completed in October 2011, which saw brewing capacity increased from 4.5 million hectolitres to 6.1 million (approximately 15% of the UK's total beer production), a third canning line installed and the introduction of an environmental programme to reduce gas and electricity consumption and waste.
Posted by: Carlsberg UK Ltd
