Molson Coors Beverage Company has announced plans to invest £10m in its Aspall Cyder House in Suffolk over the next five years as part of a wider £100m investment across its entire UK brewery and beverage network.
A programme of significant investment and infrastructure upgrades will introduce greater efficiencies at its Aspall site with a number of upgrades to both its production and packaging.
It will also play a crucial role in supporting Molson Coors’ commitment to reach carbon net zero in its direct (scopes 1 and 2) emissions in the UK by 2035.
The planned investment follows on from a £13m investment in increasing capacity at the Aspall Cyder House, which concluded in 2022, helping the number one super premium cider brand in GB meet growing consumer demand.
Damian Mills, head of supply chain at Aspall Cyder, said: “This plan is an important investment in the future of the Aspall Cyder House to help us meet demand for our ciders and vinegars, while making strong progress against our sustainability targets.
“Our products have been made at the Aspall Cyder House since 1728 and we’re committed to keeping it at the heart of our business for many years to come. Molson Coors’ latest investment will ensure we can continue to grow the brand while protecting the site’s heritage and continuing our commitment to the very highest quality.”
Patrick Spencer, MP for Central Suffolk and North Ipswich, added: “Molson Coors is demonstrating its commitment to Suffolk by investing in its workforce, industry, local community, and environmental sustainability.
“The Aspall Cyder House is a vital part of our local heritage, and this new investment will ensure its continued prominence for years to come. It fills me with pride to see such renowned brands being produced right here in our region.”
Aspall, which employs more than 130 people in Suffolk, already creates all its products using 100% renewable electricity, helping Molson Coors accelerate its progress towards net zero scope one and two emissions across all its sites by 2035.
