There may be some things you might not know about Synlait. We thought it would be a good idea to share them with you. We hope you find them interesting.
Highly Awarded
In 2011 Synlait set a new record for itself by making the Deloitte Fast 50 index for the fourth consecutive year. In 2010 Synlait was awarded the 12th fastest growing company in New Zealand in the Deloitte Fast 50. In 2009 it was awarded Fastest Growing Manufacturer (Canterbury and Upper South Island), and 7th Fastest Growing Company in New Zealand in the Deloitte Fast 50. It was also awarded the Canterbury Large Emerging Exporter of the Year in the Air New Zealand Cargo, Canterbury Export Awards. In 2008 Synlait was awarded Fastest Growing New Entrant (Canterbury and Upper South Island), Fastest Growing Employer and 3rd Fastest Growing Company in New Zealand in the Deloitte Fast 50.
Processing Capability
The Synlait Milk facility processes more than 500 million litres of milk each year. It is capable of processing 3.2 million litres of raw milk per day, from which up to 340 metric tonnes of milk powder can be produced.
Manufacturing Capability
We have three leading-edge milk powder dryers, including a purpose-built infant formula facility, the largest and most sophisticated in the Southern Hemisphere. It can process up to 6-7 tonnes of infant milk powder per hour.
Milk Suppliers
Almost all of our milk suppliers are located within an 80km radius of Synlait. With an average herd size of 700 they have supplied a 300% increase in milk volume since manufacturing began in 2008. Milk suppliers are typically contracted on a rolling three year basis.
People
Synlait employs a staff of over 128 people who are the driving force behind the organisations success. Our people have extensive experience and expertise across all areas of our supply chain. From farming and farm management to manufacturing and product development, through to sales and customer service. This expertise means we guarantee world-class quality products.