Healy News #43

40 years young…. what an achievement, and what an exciting time to be part of this great company.

The past few years have brought significant change - not just in our operations, but in how we see our role in the wider world. From shifting market demands to the growing urgency around sustainability, adaptation has been key to our journey.

In fact, the Healy Group has been evolving since its inception by my father, Maurice in 1985, only 40 short years ago.

And this is the theme that I would like to focus on, our collective willingness to adapt to change in an ever-uncertain landscape.

Climate change is now a reality we all face. As a food ingredient supplier, we’re seeing first-hand how it impacts crop cycles and the livelihoods of farming communities across the globe.

While ESG has become a global movement, it has been part of our approach for many years.

Our offices and distribution centres have been net contributors to the energy grid for over a decade through our solar power systems. Our commercial team operates a fully electric fleet, and where we can’t eliminate emissions directly, we partner with Carbon Neutral Britain to offset our Scope 3 emissions through certified UN climate programs.

We are hugely proud of the charity and community support that we engage in as part of the Healy Foundation. It is important that the whole team have a voice in who we support, and we will continue to try and make a difference where we can.

There have been many changes to our team throughout our 40 years, we are lucky to have had so many wonderful people work with us at Healy’s. This year we celebrate Sinead’s 20^th anniversary working with us. A stalwart of our finance department over the years, thank you, Sinead!

Finally, I would like to thank the whole team for their continued willingness to challenge norms and push boundaries. It is the only way we will continue to innovate to make food healthier, more sustainable, more accessible, and of course, tastier.

FEATURE ARTICLE

From Field to Fork – Our Commitment to Environmental Responsibility

Sam Beales, our Quality Director, reaffirms our commitment to sustainability by detailing the steps we’ve taken so far - and the efforts our supplier partners are making too.

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INGREDIENT SPOTLIGHT

X-Tra Guard™ Rowanberry Extract: A Natural Shield Against Beverage Spoilage

Sam Bambrough, Head of Specialities, highlights our solution for reducing spoilage, extending shelf life, and meeting clean-label demands in beverages.

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SUPPLIER VISIT

Visiting Lantmannen in Sweden

Vicky reflects on her recent trip to Lantmännen’s facility in Sweden, where she and Genna got a closer look at their operations and strengthened supplier connections.

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July 1985

After registering as a Limited company in 1984, we officially began trading in July 1985 as a distributor of chemical ingredients.

Our first offices opened shortly after - laying the foundation for what would become a trusted name in ingredient supply across multiple industries.

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January 1995

Healy UK was established in Leicestershire to strengthen our strategic focus on the food ingredients market.

This move allowed us to better serve our customers with dedicated local support and expertise, helping to expand our presence and deepen relationships within the UK food industry.

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March 1999

We moved into our current site in Tallaght, featuring a purpose-built 12,000 sq. ft food and pharma-grade warehouse complete with refrigerated cold storage.

This state-of-the-art facility enables us to maintain the highest standards of product quality and safety while supporting our growing operations and customer needs.

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August 2001

The Healy UK site was expanded with the construction of a £4 million distribution centre.

This 50,000 sq. ft. food-grade warehouse features state-of-the-art technology alongside a liquid packing and blending facility, significantly enhancing our capacity and capability to meet the evolving demands of the food industry.

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January 2006

Gareth joined the business as Sales Manager in the Commercial division, bringing fresh energy and leadership to drive growth and strengthen customer relationships across the company’s commercial operations.

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August 2008

Anthony joined the business initially to explore where he could help out.

Fast forward 17 years, and he now leads both finance and HR operations, playing a key role in shaping the company’s success and supporting its continued growth.

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April 2011

The first-ever Healy Group Innovation Day took place at Teagasc (Moorepark), launching what has become a regular event in the Healy calendar.

This gathering continues to be a highlight in the Healy calendar, fostering collaboration, learning, and innovation across the industry.

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January 2012

Healy China was established as specialists in the Health & Nutrition sector, providing high-quality products to customers worldwide.

This expansion allowed us to strengthen our global reach and deliver tailored solutions to meet the growing demands of international markets.

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June 2014

The Innovation Centre opened in the UK, providing a dedicated space for hosting events and technical demonstrations.

This facility has become a hub for collaboration and knowledge-sharing, helping us showcase new ideas and support our customers’ innovation efforts.

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January 2022

We launched a new commercial setup, introducing dedicated Ingredients and Speciality teams to better serve the unique needs of our customers.

This restructure allows us to provide more focused expertise and tailored solutions across different market sectors.

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April 2022

Healy Group becomes fully Carbon Neutral, certified by Carbon Neutral Britain as part of an ongoing commitment to sustainability.

We’re proud to have maintained this certification for the fourth year running, continuing to lead by example in environmental responsibility.

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September 2023

Maurice stepped into the role of Chairman, while Gareth took over as CEO, marking an important leadership transition that set the stage for the company’s next chapter of growth and success.

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Present Day

We’re on an exciting journey, working to help our customers create healthier, cleaner, and more sustainable food and drink products.

Thank you to our team, customers, and suppliers for being on this journey with us.

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NEW SUPPLIER

Healy Group Proudly Supplies Interstarch Ingredients

We're delighted to supply Interstarch's portfolio of maize & wheat derived ingredients including:

Native & Modified Starches
Glucose & Maltose Syrups
Maltodextrins
Vital Wheat Gluten

Learn More Here

Smarter Ingredients For a Changing World, Dublin

We were delighted to once again host our Innovation Day at the Teagasc Research Centre in Ashtown, Dublin.

The day centred around four key trends currently shaping the food industry: gut health, reformulating for lower fat, sugar and salt, sustainability, and processing - with discussions, demonstrations, and insights designed to spark ideas and drive innovation.

We were joined by our fantastic partners, BENEO and Millbio, who presented alongside Sinead O’Mahony, Reformulation Task Force Manager at the Food Standards Authority of Ireland.

The Innovation BBQ, Coalville

On 5th June, we were delighted to welcome customers to Healy Group UK for our very first Innovation BBQ - a new format event for us!

Despite the (very typically British) weather, the day was a great success. We brought together customers, industry experts, and supplier partners under one roof for a packed agenda filled with live tastings straight from the food truck, in-depth trend insights, and presented our ingredient solutions. The atmosphere was buzzing with ideas, conversations, and plenty of inspiration for upcoming projects.

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the day so memorable.
Swipe through the photos for a behind-the-scenes look at the event!

What else we've been up to

H1 has been incredibly busy for the Healy Group. Scroll through to see a snapshot of our highlights from the past six months.

Healy Group Renews Carbon Neutral Status

We're proud to share that we've been certified as Carbon Neutral for the fourth year in a row - covering all Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions.

Department Heads Development

Our department heads have embarked on a leadership programme led, with monthly sessions designed to strengthen their skills and empower them to lead their teams with confidence and impact.

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CAFRE Pancake Reformulation Event

Sam and Anna recently represented us at the CAFRE Pancake Reformulation Event, showcasing our ingredient solutions for healthier, cleaner recipes.

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INDIS Group Annual Conference

Maurice and Gareth were delighted to attend the annual INDIS Group event, generously hosted this year's president, Pierre Quilici.

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YFood Innovation Event - Food and Waste

Paul attended the YFood Innovation Event where he presented our PrimaFi Cocoa, an upcycled cocoa powder replacement from upcycled cocoa bean shells.

Learn more about PrimaFi Cocoa

IFE Manufacturing 2025

Back in March, we exhibited once again at IFE Manufacturing. It was a great opportunity to connect with both new and familiar faces. Stay tuned for details about our 2026 exhibition...

Reflecting on my journey it’s incredible to see how far both I and the business has come. I started out as an account’s assistant wearing many hats & eager to learn. Those early days were full of opportunities, challenges & growth.

I was fortunate to work under Maurice Healy, our CEO at the time, who’s leadership had a positive impact on my career. Maurice believed in empowering people and encouraged me to develop, take initiative, and expand in my role, then eventually progressing, with the mentoring of Anthony Healy into the position of Management Accountant.

Like many businesses, we faced turbulent times - none more than the crash in 2008, it was a defining period that tested our resilience adaptability & teamwork. I built friendships I still value today.

A standout moment in my career was becoming a director in 2017.

Today, I have the pleasure of working under Gareth Healy and it’s been inspiring to see the company evolve under the new generation of leadership. Growing not just in size but in vision innovation & ambition. The journey continues and I remain as passionate as ever about our success and the role I play in it.

Beyond the titles and milestones, my greatest motivation comes from a personal place: my son. Every challenge I take on, every goal I strive for, is driven by desire to make him proud.

Twenty years & continuing to build legacy, growth, integrity & inspiration.

My motto in life: Be kind for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.