FM Environmental, the Newry-based specialist in grease removal and water treatment systems, has secured business in Mexico worth around €900k with support from Invest Northern Ireland.

FM Environmental has developed a successful portfolio of products for water and waste treatment and operates from a base at Greenbank Industrial Estate.

The new contract will see the company supply its industry leading Grease Guardian fat removal equipment to US owned Walmart, the world’s biggest retailer. The equipment will be used by Walmart in more than 200 restaurants which the retailer currently operates in stores across Mexico.

FM Environmental has used assistance from Invest NI to develop its global marketing and has participated in the agency’s international visit programme. The company currently exports equipment to over 30 markets including the US, Great Britain, the Republic of Ireland, France and Russia.