Ciner Glass announced that it will not be proceeding with its plans for a new glass bottling facility in South Wales, UK, but is actively seeking alternative investment projects on the same site in Blaenau Gwent.
The company is in discussions with the Welsh Government to purchase the site on the Rassau industrial estate.
Ciner Group remains fully committed to making long-term investments in the UK and South Wales and has already invested close to GBP 20 million in the development of this project through social enterprise initiatives, research and development grants with leading universities and strategic partnerships with industry.
Mrs. Didem Ciner, Chair of the Board of Ciner Glass, said, “We would like to place on record our sincere thanks to the UK and Welsh Governments, as well as members of Blaenau Gwent County Council, for the support and engagement shown throughout the development of this project.
“We also extend our heartfelt gratitude to the people of Blaenau Gwent, who have warmly welcomed the Ciner family and company over the past three years. Their warmth and openness have left a lasting impression, and we remain deeply appreciative of the community’s support and committed to supporting local projects where possible.
“We value the strong working relationships we have built and look forward to continuing these lines of engagement as we share new plans for our investment in Wales in due course.”
The decision not to proceed with the initial plans follows an extensive review of the commercial viability of its previous scheme, which has shown significant changes in UK market demand.
There is also no impact on the Ciner family’s continued support for a range of community and sporting initiatives, locally and across Wales. These include Ebbw Vale Rugby Club and the Welsh Rugby Union’s Fit , Fed, Fun campaign.
Recently, Ciner Group reaffirmed its commitment to the Welsh Rugby Union’s (WRU) transformative Fit, Fed & Fun initiative, extending its sponsorship for another three years.
On July 3, Ciner Glass reaffirmed its commitment to the future of Ebbw Vale Rugby Club by extending its sponsorship of the club for another year.