One of the Channel Islands largest food suppliers is set to close its Jersey branch next month, citing “increasingly challenging trading conditions” including rising rent and shipping costs.
Cimandis – a wholesaler that supplies restaurants, hotels, cafés and care homes across the Channel Islands – announced its closure yesterday.
Company Director Nigel Holliday said the decision “has not been taken lightly”.
He also said that “this decision does not affect our operations in Guernsey or our service to Herm and Sark”.
Express has approached Cimandis for further details on what this means for the Bailiwick of Guernsey.
Mr Holiday had said in a statement that the decision to close the Jersey branch “follows a period of increasingly challenging trading conditions, including significant increases in rent and shipping costs, which have rendered ongoing operations unsustainable.
“Despite our diligent efforts, the economic environment has exerted substantial pressure on our capacity to sustain a viable business model.”
The Cimandis Director said the focus was now on supporting affected staff in Jersey.
“We are actively engaging with other foodservice companies to assist in aligning our staff with new opportunities, thereby ensuring continuity and stability for our employees wherever possible,” he added.
Cimandis plans to launch clearance sales in Jersey over the coming weeks to reduce stock levels.
“This presents an opportunity for our Jersey-based customers to acquire essential products and maintain their menus during the busy summer season,” said Mr Holliday.