Building works complete on £20m animal feed mill

Construction of Waterloo House, I’Anson Bros’ new animal feed mill, has been completed, marking the conclusion of a project a decade in the planning.

At a cost of more than £20m, the development is the largest-ever investment by the Masham family-owned and managed firm, which celebrates its 125th anniversary in 2025.

Designed by Dutch milling industry specialist, Ottevanger, with ground works handled by HACS, the Harrogate-based contractor, and equipment installation by GAME Engineering, of Lincoln, the facility is on the Dalton Industrial Estate, in North Yorkshire.

It is 35 metres tall at its highest point, with its construction requiring 1,000 tonnes of steel, 30,000 tonnes of stone delivered in 1,500 wagon loads and 15,000 tonnes of concrete delivered in 500 wagon loads.

Managing director, Sarah Richardson, a member of the fourth generation of the family to run the business out of Masham, said: “Commissioning and formal hand-over of the new mill is a highly significant occasion in the history of our business and for the UK feed industry as a whole.

“It is a milestone achievement made possible by the commitment of all our colleagues in the firm and the skilled and dedicated project partners and contractors that has brought this initiative to life.

“We are now embarked on a phased build-up of production and operational capability.

“We are very proud to be a Yorkshire business and an integral part of the rural community and its economy.

“Throughout our history we have been committed to producing animal feeds of the highest quality and this significant investment means we can continue to provide current and future customers with a sustainable, long-term source of supply.

“We also support local farmers by providing an expanding market for their crops as well as creating new employment opportunities and long-term careers for our workforce.”

Waterloo House will focus on the production of the firm’s bulk feed, providing consistency of supply to customers.

The Masham mill will continue to produce compound animal feeds, as well as concentrating on its micronizing business and its equine feed, which is exported to more than 46 countries worldwide.

I’Anson employs more than 100 people and has annual sales of more than £70m.

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