Our Story
In 1982, Peter Hunt established a company known as Comex Commodity Brokers & Traders. This venture began its journey in sourcing & supplying predominantly native-grown Irish grains, until its move into importing products via the bustling hub port of Warrenpoint. From its inception, Comex was dedicated to supplying high-quality grains and oilseeds, such as Wheat, Barley, Oats, and Rapeseed, with Maize being added during the expansion of Warrenpoint.
The company undertook a further significant development in 1990 when it acquired McKinnon & McDonald, leading to the formation of Comex McKinnon in its current structure. This acquisition not only expanded their market presence but also solidified their reputation as a reliable supplier. In 2012, Comex McKinnon made a strategic investment in developing a bespoke trading platform and a customer web portal. This technological leap fueled remarkable growth, enabling the company to reach new heights in efficiency and customer service, whilst also providing a springboard to develop further technological and automation initiatives in the Food & Agri sector.
While Grains and Oilseeds were the main expertise of Comex McKinnon, in 2013, the company made the decision to diversify. They ventured into the Non-Grain Feed Ingredients market by increasing their position in existing products like Pollard and introducing new ones such as Soya Hulls. This has been a significant addition to Comex McKinnon’s traditional product offering establishing them as a key player in the market.
For over three decades, Comex McKinnon has been a vital supplier to the Brewing and Distilling sectors, building strong relationships and a solid reputation. Their strategic expansion continued with a move into Southeast Ireland through Waterford Port in 2012, followed by a push into the Southwest via Foynes Port in 2013.
Between 2014 and 2016, Comex McKinnon significantly enhanced their storage facility capacity at key port locations, including Warrenpoint, Foynes, and Derry. This expansion ensured they could meet the growing demand and maintain their high standards of service. In 2022, Rory Donnelly, a qualified arbitrator and esteemed member of the GAFTA Council, served as the President of GAFTA, reflecting the company’s position within the industry.
Through strategic acquisitions, technological advancements, and continuous expansion, Comex McKinnon has grown from a humble commodity trader to a key player in the industry, always adapting and evolving to meet the needs of their clients and the market.
Company Milestones
1982
Established by Peter Hunt
1990
Acquisition of McKinnon & McDonald
2012
Launch of customer web portal. Expansion into Southeast via Waterford Port
2013
Ventured into Non-Grain Feed Ingredients market
2014
Enhanced storage capacity in Warrenpoint Port
2015-2016
Enhanced storage capacity in Foynes & Derry Ports
2022
Rory Donnelly served as President of GAFTA
2024
The ongoing and continued success of Comex McKinnon
McKinnon and McDonald in the early 1900s
Our Values
Honesty
At Comex McKinnon, we believe in complete transparency, ensuring that our clients are always fully informed and confident in every transaction.
Trustworthy
We have built our reputation on being a dependable partner, fostering long-term relationships grounded in integrity and mutual respect.
Reliability
Our commitment to consistent and dependable service means that clients can count on us to deliver on our promises, every time.
The Comex McKinnon Team
The Comex McKinnon team has been at the forefront of the industry in Ireland since its inception. With a wide-range of exceptional talents from trading to software development, every member prides themselves on always providing an exceptional service for their long-standing clients'.
