The Arnott's Group marks 160 years

The Arnott’s Group has celebrated 160 years of the iconic Arnott’s biscuit brand alongside the NSW Premier at its Huntingwood bakery in Western Sydney.

Arnott’s Group CEO George Zoghbi said the company was proud to be one of the few Australian food companies to have stood the test of time.

“For 160 years, Arnott’s has been making delicious biscuits that have become household staples across generations," he said. "This success is underpinned by our employees, our suppliers and our unwavering commitment to quality and continued investment in Australian manufacturing.

“It was great to celebrate this milestone, together with representatives from the NSW Government who similarly recognise that as we grow, so too does our support for local suppliers including wheat growers in the Riverina and across NSW, canola farmers in northern NSW and sugar growers in the Northern Rivers Region, amongst others.”

Following the Huntingwood bakery visit, NSW Premier Chris Minns said: “Arnott’s is a great Australian brand — founded and still based in NSW.

“It was great meeting the Arnott’s workers last week — good Aussie manufacturing jobs in Western Sydney. I’ve eaten my share of Chicken Shapes and Tim Tams over the years, so it was great to say thanks to the workers who make them.”

Over the past five years, The Arnott’s Group has invested more than $250 million across its network, including $50 million into its Huntingwood bakery to enhance capability and support export growth.

NSW Minister for Domestic Manufacturing Courtney Houssos said: “For 160 years, Arnott’s has shown how domestic manufacturing can deliver quality products, constant innovation and enduring community value.

“It was wonderful to visit the facility and meet so many of the people who make Arnott’s famous products. Their passion and technical innovation continue to drive this iconic brand forward.”

The 15.9 ha site operates five production lines and produces over 50% of Arnott’s total biscuit output including 14 of the top 20 Arnott’s products.

“Not only is Arnott’s a powerhouse of local manufacturing, they are also setting their sights on the international market, with a significant portion of what’s produced being exported across the globe — which is a great example of NSW’s increasingly diversified export economy,” said Minister for Industry and Trade Anoulack Chanthivong.

Member for Prospect Dr Hugh McDermott MP said: “Arnott’s is what Western Sydney is all about — an Australian icon with a remarkable workforce and outstanding-quality products.

“It’s wonderful to be back at the Huntingwood bakery, this time alongside Premier Chris Minns and Ministers Houssos and Chanthivong, to pay tribute to everyone who has made Arnott’s 160-year anniversary possible.”

Image caption: Arnott’s 160th — Huntingwood visit. Joining the Premier at the visit were NSW Minister for Domestic Manufacturing Courtney Houssos; NSW Minister for Industry and Trade Anoulack Chanthivong; and Member for Prospect Dr Hugh McDermott.

Originally published here.