In the international hospitality and FMCG retail sectors, the quality of dairy products is a critical factor in business success. Lakeland Dairies is one of Ireland’s largest dairy producers, globally recognised for its excellence, innovation and reliable supply. As an importer of Lakeland Dairies products and distributor of premium international dairy brands, Alibe Import manages the supply chain directly from source for hotels, resorts, cafés and supermarkets in leading tourist destinations.

Over a Century of Excellence: Heritage and Cooperative Values

Lakeland Dairies’ success is built on more than 100 years of tradition, cooperative farming and continuous progress across the island of Ireland.

Cooperative Origins (1896–1903)

The company’s heritage began with the establishment of the Drummully Cooperative Society in 1896, followed shortly by the historic Killeshandra Creamery in 1897 and Lough Egish Cooperative in 1902. These early partnerships demonstrated the strength of cooperative farming in building Ireland’s international reputation for premium dairy production.

Innovation and Growth (1965–2002)

In 1965, Lough Egish became a pioneer of bulk milk collection in Ireland. The merger of Killeshandra and Lough Egish in 1990 officially created Lakeland Dairies. In 2002, the advanced dairy processing facilities at Bailieborough joined the cooperative, further strengthening its production capabilities.

Global Expansion (2003–Present)

Following the acquisition of the LE Pritchitt business and the opening of a Centre of Excellence for Research & Development in 2003, Lakeland Dairies experienced significant international growth. Major investments included state-of-the-art milk drying facilities in Bailieborough and a highly automated Global Logistics Centre in Newtownards, County Down, launched in 2015.

The landmark merger with LacPatrick Dairies in 2019 created one of Ireland’s largest dairy cooperatives, collecting approximately two billion litres of milk annually from more than 3,200 family farms.

Sustainability at Source: Farming for a Better Future

Lakeland Dairies’ fresh milk comes from cows grazing on the lush green pastures of over 3,200 family-owned farms throughout Ireland.

Through its Farming for a Better Future sustainability programme, the cooperative is committed to:

• Reducing carbon emissions across farming and manufacturing operations.
• Using sustainable packaging and maximising energy efficiency at facilities such as Bailieborough.
• Promoting the highest standards of animal welfare and responsible management of natural resources.

Lakeland Dairies Product Range for International Import

We supply Lakeland Dairies’ products in formats specifically designed for the professional HORECA sector and convenience retail, with excellent ambient shelf stability.

UHT Milk and Liquid Dairy Solutions

Whole, Semi-Skimmed and Skimmed UHT Milk

Long-life carton packaging, ideal for hotel breakfast service, cafés and international supermarkets. Lakeland Dairies UHT milk delivers the authentic taste of Irish grass-fed milk while providing outstanding logistical stability and extended shelf life.

Lakeland Dairies Supply Across Major Tourist Destinations

As a leading international importer, Alibe Import provides a reliable supply of premium Irish dairy products to destinations popular with British tourists and English-speaking residents.

Greece and Cyprus

Reliable supply for hotel groups, restaurants and catering businesses throughout Crete, Rhodes, Corfu, Paphos and Limassol.

Turkey and Egypt

Efficient international logistics serving major resorts in Antalya, Bodrum and Sharm El Sheikh.

Spain and Portugal

Extensive distribution throughout coastal regions, the Balearic Islands, the Canary Islands and the Algarve.

Direct Logistics from Ireland

The strategic advantage of working with Alibe Import lies in our direct-from-source logistics model. Products are collected directly from Ireland and shipped to customers without unnecessary intermediate warehousing.

This provides several key benefits:

• Maximum Shelf Life: Essential for stock planning during peak tourist seasons.
• Customs Expertise: We manage all international customs procedures and import documentation, simplifying deliveries to non-EU markets such as Turkey and Egypt.

Contact Alibe Import

Optimise your professional dairy range with Ireland’s leading dairy brands, shipped directly from source.

Alibe Import

Email: alibe@ts-spain.com

Telephone: +34 966 88 01 07

Address: Calle Benifato 55, La Nucía 03530, Alicante, Spain

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find a supplier of Irish UHT milk for hotels in Cyprus?

Alibe Import is the wholesale distributor responsible for supplying Lakeland Dairies UHT milk and dairy products throughout Cyprus. We primarily serve hotels, restaurants and catering businesses in Paphos, Limassol and Ayia Napa, with direct shipments from Ireland.

Does Alibe Import supply Lakeland Dairies products to international supermarkets and convenience stores?

Yes. We supply product formats specifically tailored to both the HORECA and retail sectors. Whole and semi-skimmed UHT milk cartons are particularly well suited to supermarkets and convenience stores serving British expatriates and international communities in destinations such as Malta, Gibraltar and Spain’s Costa del Sol.

What support does Alibe Import provide when importing dairy products outside the European Union?

Through our direct logistics model from Lakeland Dairies’ production facilities in Ireland, Alibe Import manages all international documentation, customs procedures and health certification requirements. This enables purchasing managers at hotels and resorts in non-EU destinations such as Turkey and Egypt to receive premium Irish dairy products quickly, efficiently and without unnecessary administrative complexity.