A MILKSHAKE firm has signed an international deal to supply a ‘hypermarket’ chain more than 4,000 miles away.

Tolleshunt Major firm Shaken Udder has secured its first export channel to the United Arab Emirates with their multinational retailer LuLu Hypermarkets.

The EasyPak cartons, kids range of cartons and a selection of its regular bottles have been chosen to be stocked on shelves in stores located in Saudi Arabia, Dubai and Kuwait.

Known as a trend setter of the retail industry, it has also has locations in Qatar, Malaysia and Egypt.

Business Development Manager Sam Colley said: “We're delighted to win our first ever export business with LuLu Hypermarkets.

“This will allow us to reach a fantastic and growing new customer base in the UAE.”

“We believe that other markets are attracted to Shaken Udder because it provides them with the perfect opportunity to grow their premium milkshake range with a well-known and proven British brand.

“We are now looking at growing the export side of the business and moving into new territories across the globe.”