Shannon Halal Meat Processor Placed Into Receivership
Shannon-Based Halal Meat Operator Asba Meats Enters Receivership
A Shannon-based halal meat processor has entered receivership, marking the second such appointment within four months for the Irish meat sector.
According to reporting by Agriland, receivers from Deloitte Ireland have been appointed to Asba Meats, which operates from premises in Shannon, Co. Clare.
The appointment follows a series of legal and financial challenges, including court actions relating to unpaid debts of more than €575,000 owed to farmers. The company has also been involved in workplace related legal rulings, adding to pressure on the business in recent months.
The development highlights ongoing strain within parts of the Irish processing sector, where tight livestock supplies, rising costs and cashflow pressures are increasing financial risk for smaller and specialist operators. Industry observers note that niche processors can be particularly exposed when procurement costs rise faster than margins.
Source: Agriland | 26 January 2026
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