NI Enterprise, Trade and Investment Minister Arlene Foster has announced a £2.3m investment in training and development by Dunbia (Northern Ireland).
The Dungannon-headquartered company, a leading supplier of beef, lamb and pork products, is implementing skills development programmes over the next three years designed to improve and grow its business.
Invest Northern Ireland has offered Dunbia (NI) over £714,000 towards the investment which involves establishing a Butchery Academy, implementing leadership and management training and introducing lean manufacturing practices to help reduce costs, waste and improve the firm’s operational efficiency.
Speaking following a visit to the company, the Minister said: “Dunbia’s investment in training and development will ensure it can build on its success to date and continue to increase its profitability and performance.
“Support from Invest Northern Ireland is helping Dunbia up-skill its 1,000 strong workforce across Dungannon, creating a culture of continuous learning and improvement which will be invaluable in driving this company’s performance. Its structured training programmes will help to nurture local talent and create a stable workforce that will guarantee a sufficient supply of skills to meet demand.”
