UK & Ireland: Boortmalt appoints new chief executive in Ireland and the UK

International malting firm Boortmalt has appointed Stuart Sands as its new chief executive for Ireland and the UK, Irish Examiner reported on September 17.

Mr Sands joins Boortmalt with extensive experience in the food and beverage sector and deep knowledge of the British and Irish markets.

The group's chief executive Yvan Schaepman commented: "We are thrilled to welcome Stuart to the Boortmalt team. His proven track record and passion for the industry will be invaluable as we continue strengthening our position as the global leader in malt production. We look forward to Stuart leading our business in the UK and Ireland through the next growth phase."

Globally, the malting company has a production capacity of three million tonnes, with a presence across five continents with 27 malting plants, including its Minch Malt plant in Athy, Co Kildare.

Ireland and Britain are key regions for the firm, with strategically located malting plants that serve both domestic and international markets, ensuring efficiency in production and supply chain management.

Mr Sands was previously chief executive of Anglia Maltings (Holdings) Ltd, comprised of Crisp Malt, EDME, and Micronized Food Products. Anglia Maltings (Holdings) operated facilities across Europe servicing brewing, distilling, craft and food customers internationally.

Before that, he worked in Vancouver, Washington, with United Malt and Country Malt Group. His five and a half years there, first as director of finance for United Malt and then as general manager for Country Malt Group, definitively embarked him on the captivating world of malt.

During his tenure, the group served the American craft brewing industry.

In his new role, Stuart will oversee Boortmalt's production facilities, customer relations, and market development strategies in Ireland and the UK.

He will also be crucial in advancing the company's sustainability initiatives as Boortmalt prioritises environmentally responsible practices in its production processes and supply chain.

Earlier this year, the group announced it would partner with Soil Capital to reward growers for regenerative farming practices in a bid to target its Scope 3 emissions.

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