Dawn Meats
Food and Beverage ManufacturingWaterford, Ireland501-1000 Employees
Dawn Meats is a family-owned meat processor based in Waterford, Ireland, founded in 1980. It supplies grass-fed beef and lamb to supermarkets, food service operators, and restaurant brands, sourcing from tens of thousands of British and Irish farmers. The company operates a network of plants across Ireland and Britain and exports to more than 70 countries. The business operates across eight countries, reflecting a substantial international footprint and a focus on sustainability and quality. In May 2026 it expanded into Germany through the acquisition of Alexander Eyckeler GmbH, signaling ongoing European growth.