Manorhamilton-based Merenda Ltd have been shortlisted for the Manufacturing Exporter of the Year 2023 category of the Irish Exporters Association Annual Awards. A second generation, family-owned manufacturing company who have been doing business from the North Leitrim town since 1984, Merenda specialise in the manufacturing of high-quality wood veneers and the distribution of complementary thermoplastic edge-banding. Their products are utilised for interior surfaces in residential, hospitality and commercial buildings for clients around the world.