Kersia UK, based in Lockerbie, United Kingdom, is a leading provider of biosecurity, cleaning, and hygiene solutions across the food and agriculture industries. As part of the global Kersia Group, Kersia UK plays a crucial role in promoting food safety, animal health, and environmental hygiene through innovative products and integrated systems tailored to modern challenges in biosecurity and public health.
Core Business and Specialization
Kersia UK specializes in the development and manufacturing of cleaning and disinfection solutions for diverse sectors including food processing, dairy farming, foodservice, and beverage production. The company emphasizes sustainability, compliance, and efficacy, offering certified products that meet international food safety and hygiene standards.
Key Specializations:
- Food Safety and Hygiene Solutions
- Dairy and Livestock Biosecurity
- Industrial and Commercial Sanitation
- Eco-Friendly and Virucidal Products
Product and Service Offerings
Kersia UK provides a comprehensive portfolio that includes:
- Food Processing Hygiene: Detergents, surface disinfectants, hand hygiene products, automated dosing and storage systems, and monitoring equipment.
- Farm Hygiene: Teat disinfectants, udder hygiene formulations, footbaths, and virucidal livestock disinfectants.
- Foodservice and Facilities: Surface cleaners, air and floor sanitisers, housekeeping detergents, hand sanitisers.
- Brewery and Beverage Hygiene: CIP systems, conveyor lubricants, disinfection aerosols, and cleaning foams.
- Specialty Products: EcoLabel certified cleaners, virucidal wipes, and personal protection support items.
All products are developed with stringent formulation protocols and undergo validation against EN standards.
Global Integration and Local Expertise
Kersia UK is integrated within the broader Kersia Group, which operates in over 120 countries and serves more than 60,000 customers worldwide. The UK division collaborates with global R&D, logistics, and regulatory compliance teams, while maintaining a deep understanding of local industry needs through on-ground technical teams and farm advisors.
- Part of a €500M+ Global Hygiene Group
- UK Client Base Includes: Dairy farms, meat processors, supermarkets, breweries, and public institutions.
- Regional Technical Support: Provided by field-based hygiene experts and veterinarians.
Infrastructure and Technical Capabilities
- Manufacturing Facility: Located in Lockerbie, equipped with batch production lines, automated filling, and packaging.
- R&D and Compliance Lab: Product testing, quality control, and innovation in eco-friendly formulations.
- Digital Hygiene Systems: Sensor-based tracking and traceability for hygiene procedures in food plants.
- Training and Education: On-site training sessions and e-learning platforms for biosecurity and cleaning protocols.
Certifications and Regulatory Compliance
Kersia UK operates under robust regulatory frameworks, holding certifications and approvals including:
- ISO 9001 and ISO 14001
- BS EN 1276 and EN 14476 for Disinfectant Efficacy
- EcoLabel Certification for environmentally sustainable products
- DEFRA Approval for livestock disinfectants
Brand Portfolio
Kersia UK manages multiple well-established hygiene and sanitation brands:
- Kersia: Global brand for food safety and farm hygiene.
- Kilco: Renowned for dairy and livestock disinfectants.
- Holchem: Specialist in industrial food and beverage cleaning solutions.
Market Feedback and Client Testimonies
Kersia UK is lauded for product reliability, environmental consciousness, and on-site support. The Holchem and Kilco brands are especially trusted by major food manufacturers and dairy cooperatives.
“Kersia’s farm hygiene range, especially the Glycolac Udder Hygiene line, has significantly improved our herd’s teat health and lowered SCC levels.” – David R., Dairy Farmer, Cumbria
Strategic Achievements
- Merged Kilco and Holchem under the Kersia Brand to unify biosecurity solutions across sectors.
- Developed EcoLabel Certified Products Line to support sustainability goals of major food processors.
- Enhanced CIP Efficiency for Beverage Clients by 25% using Kersia’s proprietary enzyme blends.
- Introduced Virucidal Wipes and Hand Sanitizers during the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure workplace safety.
Kersia UK remains a vital partner in ensuring hygiene, safety, and compliance across critical sectors of food production and public health, backed by scientific innovation and global scale.
