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South Wales Argus
10-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Ciner Glass shelves investment plan for Ebbw Vale plant
Ciner Glass has announced it will not move forward with its proposal for a glass bottling facility in Blaenau Gwent, following a review that found significant changes in UK market demand. The company remains in talks with the Welsh Government to purchase the site on the Rassau industrial estate and is exploring alternative investment options for the location. Didem Ciner, chair of the board at 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. "We remain deeply appreciative of the community's support and committed to supporting local projects where possible." The company has already invested nearly £20 million in the project, including funding for social enterprise schemes, research and development with universities, and industry partnerships. A spokesman for Blaenau Gwent Council said: "We acknowledge today's announcement from Ciner Glass regarding changes to its investment plans in Blaenau Gwent, and confirmation that the company will not be proceeding with its original proposal for a glass bottling facility at Rassau Industrial Estate, Ebbw Vale. "We welcome the company's statement reinforcing its continued commitment to Blaenau Gwent and to long-term investment in Wales and the UK."
Wales Online
09-07-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
Turkish firm Ciner abandons plan for 600-job new glass bottling plant in Ebbw Vale
Turkish firm Ciner abandons plan for 600-job new glass bottling plant in Ebbw Vale Ciner said it would now explore other possible investment opportunities at the site Ciner Glass. Turkish industrial group Ciner has abandoned plans for a new glass bottling plant in Ebbw Vale that promised to created 600 new jobs. The family-owned group, which is one of the biggest firms in Turkey, said the business case for the £390m project, first announced back in 2020, was no longer viable following changes to demand in the UK marketplace. However, it confirmed it was in discussions with the Welsh Government over acquiring the site at the Rassau Industrial Estate. For our free daily briefing on the biggest issues facing the nation, sign up to the Wales Matters newsletter here Ciner said at this stage it couldn't reveal what potential alternative investment could be considered for the site. However, the wide-ranging group is particularly interested in solar panels, lithium batteries and other innovations within the renewables sector aligned to its glass and soda ash businesses. Ciner said it had not received any financial support from the Welsh Government or Blaenau Gwent Council to date. The former Caerphilly indoor market is being turned into a new apartment and office scheme READ MORE: 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. Article continues below '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." A spokesperson for Blaenau Gwent Council said: "We acknowledge today's announcement from Ciner Glass regarding changes to its investment plans in Blaenau Gwent, and confirmation that the company will not be proceeding with its original proposal for a glass bottling facility at Rassau Industrial Estate, Ebbw Vale. "We welcome the company's statement reinforcing its continued commitment to Blaenau Gwent and to long-term investment in Wales and the UK. 'The council remains committed to supporting economic growth, attracting investment, and creating opportunities for our residents and we look forward to continuing to work closely with Ciner and partners as they look to develop new plans for the site.' Ciner said it had invested close to £20m in the development of the project, through social enterprise initiatives. Article continues below It said the decision to abandon the bottling factory would not 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, where it recently confirmed another year long sponsorship deal, and the Welsh Rugby Union's Fit, Fed, Fun campaign.
South Wales Argus
03-07-2025
- Business
- South Wales Argus
Ciner Glass UK extends sponsorship of Ebbw Vale RFC
The company supports the Steelmen's first team, junior academy and holds naming rights to the Ciner Glass Community Stadium, formerly Eugene Cross Park. They have backed Ebbw Vale, who were runners-up in Super Rygbi Cymru last season, since 2021. Didem Ciner, chairman of CiNER Glass, said: "We are delighted to continue our partnership with Ebbw Vale Rugby Club for another year. "The club holds a special place in the community, and we are proud to support its ambitions both on and off the pitch. "We look forward to another exciting season and to seeing the club continue to thrive." The sponsorship will remain on the front of the club's green, red and white jerseys for the 2025/26 season, covering both first team and age-grade squads. Jonathan Jones, chairman of Ebbw Vale, said: "We are incredibly grateful to CiNER Glass for their continued support. "Their sponsorship has been instrumental in helping us grow and strengthen the club over the past few years. "This renewed commitment gives us great confidence as we look ahead to the new season."
Business News Wales
03-07-2025
- Business
- Business News Wales
CiNER Glass UK Renews Sponsorship of Ebbw Vale Rugby Club
CiNER Glass UK has reaffirmed its commitment to the future of Ebbw Vale Rugby Club by extending its sponsorship of the club for another year. The renewed agreement builds on a successful partnership that began in 2021, during which CiNER Glass became the club's official main sponsor. Over the past four years, the company has supported the men's first team and junior academy, and secured stadium naming rights, with the ground known as the Ciner Glass Community Stadium. This latest extension will see CiNER Glass continue its investment into the club's first team, junior academy, and the rugby stadium itself, continuing as the main sponsor on the front of the club's iconic green, red, and white jerseys for the 2025/26 season, covering both the first team and all age-grade teams. The company will also maintain its investment in the club's facilities and development programmes, helping to nurture the next generation of Ebbw Vale rugby stars and the future prosperity of the club. To date, Ciner Glass has invested more than £20 million into the UK and Welsh economy through sponsorship support, social enterprise initiatives, research and development grants with leading universities, and strategic partnerships with industry. Didem Ciner, Chair of CiNER Glass, said: 'We are delighted to continue our partnership with Ebbw Vale Rugby Club for another year. The club holds a special place in the community, and we are proud to support its ambitions both on and off the pitch. We look forward to another exciting season and to seeing the club continue to thrive.' Chairman of Ebbw Vale Rugby Club, Jonathan Jones, added: 'We are incredibly grateful to CiNER Glass for their continued support. Their sponsorship has been instrumental in helping us grow and strengthen the club over the past few years. This renewed commitment gives us great confidence as we look ahead to the new season.'
