28-07-2025
Cimandis to exit Guernsey after Jersey closure
Food wholesaler Cimandis has announced it will shut down its Guernsey operations at the end of August 2025, just weeks after closing its Jersey depot due to mounting economic company, part of the Caterfood Buying Group, cited rising shipping costs, increased rent, and the logistical challenges of operating in island markets as key reasons for the decision. The closure will also end Cimandis's services to Alderney, Herm and Sark. It is currently not known how many jobs will be affected. "Despite our best efforts, the economic environment has made it impossible to maintain a viable business model," said managing director Nigel Holliday in a statement.
In July, Cimandis closed its site on the Rue des Pres Trading Estate in St Saviour, Jersey, also blaming "increasingly challenging trading conditions". At the time, the company said its Guernsey and inter-island services would continue has pledged to support customers during the transition, including running stock clearance sales to help local food operators through the summer season. The company said it was also working with recruitment agencies and local employers to assist affected staff in finding new with concerns about product availability are encouraged to contact their account managers."We are incredibly grateful for the loyalty and support of our customers," Mr Holliday added.
