Irish private equity firm, Melior Equity Partners, is to invest in Rose Confectionery, a manufacturer and distributor of confectionery, freeze pops and savoury snacks, headquartered in Ireland with operations in the UK.
Established in 1983, Rose employs 87 staff, with 33 in its manufacturing facility in Edenderry, Co Offaly, 27 in its distribution centre in Dublin and the remaining 27 in the UK.
Rose is Ireland’s leading manufacturer of mallow and wafer products at its 18,000 square feet facility in Edenderry. The business sells a broad product range including freeze pops, mallows and fruit & nuts which includes the Sun Exotics savoury snack range.
The investment from Melior will support the future growth of the business, specifically expanding the Rose team, pursuing opportunities for international sales and facilitating further new category growth.
