"Our tank holds 10 tonnes of CO2 and it has to be refilled every 10 days. Ireland's biggest producer of mineral waters, Celtic Pure in Co Monaghan, needs one tonne of CO2 gas every day for its sparkling spring water. The Alcohol Beverage Federation of Ireland has warned a Europe-wide shortage of CO2 gas may force some smaller breweries to close temporarily with short term lay-offs of staff.Įfforts by some micro-breweries to continue making beer may fall flat.Ī trade magazine Gas World warned it is "the worst supply situation to hit the European carbon dioxide (CO2) business in decades".Īs sunny days continue and World Cup broadcasts bring bigger crowds to pubs, the growing inclination for guzzling gassy drinks could not have come at a worse time for producers. Some tipplers may even feel they can't have sparkling conversations without an ever-present effervescence. It happened as another big plant was already shut for repairs.Īs the hot weather increases demand for carbonated drinks - beers, ciders, soft drinks, and mineral waters - Irish producers are deeply concerned about securing supplies of CO2 gas.
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The bubble trouble began with a breakdown at a big production plant in Europe.
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It's been bubbling for days now - they're running out of fizz.Ī serious shortage of carbon dioxide gas has taken the wind out of the beverage business.