Belgian Malterie du Château to Close by Year-End, 26 Jobs Lost

Malterie du Château, Belgium's oldest malt house, will cease operations by December 31, 2025, after reporting losses exceeding €2 million. The closure affects 26 employees across two sites in Beloeil and Ghlin. The company, acquired by Soufflet in 2023, exports 95% of its output to 140 countries, signaling potential supply chain adjustments in the malting industry.