UK. Millie’s Cookies has opened an online factory at Glasgow Prestwick Airport in Scotland, offering work opportunities for residents in the Ayrshire region. The cookie brand has also launched a new click and collect service at Prestwick Airport.
Millie’s Cookies is run by leading food & beverage operator SSP UK. The brand’s new Prestwick Airport facility was launched to address growing demand for Millie’s Cookies products in the UK and supports its online factory in Manchester.
According to the company, online orders for Millie’s Cookies sweet snacks, including Giant Cookies and Cookie Boxes, have increased amid the pandemic. Cookie sales at the Prestwick location have increased +200% since the opening of the online factory in May 2021.
In addition, the new site has created job opportunities for local workers. The facility produces around 250 to 350 Giant Cookies per day, servicing the local Ayrshire region in Scotland and the rest of the UK.
SSP UK & Ireland CEO Richard Lewis commented, “The Millie’s Cookies team at Prestwick Airport have done a fantastic job of getting the new site off the ground. The pandemic has hit hard for many people and businesses, so we’re delighted to be able to provide new work opportunities for the local community in Ayrshire.
“At the same time, the new site will ensure we are able keep up with ever-increasing demand for Millie’s Cookies from both new and existing fans of the brand.”
“With many people going through a tough time during the pandemic, being able to create local jobs and give back to the community has been a real highlight of my career,” added SSP UK Scottish Airports Operations Manager Christopher Millar.
“Millie’s Cookies is a great brand with great products and, with our business in Prestwick continuing to grow, we hope to expand the team even further in the near future. We also have a number of exciting plans in the pipeline in addition to our click and collect service, with the aim of growing exposure for the Millie’s Cookies brand.”
