Why Choose a Mobile Abattoir?
Traditional abattoirs require animals to be transported — sometimes over long distances causing significant stress that directly affects meat quality. Mobile abattoirs eliminate this entirely. The slaughter unit comes to the farm, animals are processed on-site, and the result is higher-quality meat, better animal welfare outcomes, and a cleaner, more transparent supply chain.
For UK and Irish farmers and meat producers, mobile abattoirs also offer a practical solution to the growing shortage of local fixed abattoirs, giving you full control over where, when, and how your animals are processed.
The Kometos Mobile Abattoir Range
MS30d.4 — Mid-Scale Operations A four-module unit for higher-volume cattle processing.
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Cattle: 30 per day (live weight up to 700kg, cooled as ½ carcasses)
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Includes separate cooling modules for carcasses and organs/skins
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100 KVA diesel generator, 4,500L fresh and waste water tanks
MS50d.2 — Higher Capacity The largest portable option for producers needing greater daily throughput.
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Cattle: 10 per day (cooled as ½ carcasses)
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Sheep: 45–50 per day (cooled as whole carcasses)
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100 KVA diesel generator, 2,000L fresh water tank, 2,500L waste water tank
All units include a slaughtering module, carcass cooling, a technical room, and staff facilities as standard. Additional cooling modules for organs and skins are available on the larger models.
Built for UK & EU Compliance
Every Kometos mobile abattoir is built to meet EU food hygiene and safety regulations including EC 852/2004, EC 853/2004, and EC 854/2004. This means UK and Irish operators can use these units with confidence that they meet the hygiene standards required by the Food Standards Agency (FSA) and the Food Safety Authority of Ireland (FSAI).
As your UK and Ireland distributor, Global Food Technology handles the full sales process and can advise on regulatory requirements specific to your region. Contact us to discuss compliance for your operation.
Who Uses Mobile Abattoirs?
Kometos mobile slaughter units are used across Europe by a wide range of operators, including:
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Livestock farmers looking to process on-farm and maintain full traceability
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Local and artisan meat producers supplying direct-to-consumer or farm shop markets
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Rural and remote operations where the nearest fixed abattoir is impractically far
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Seasonal processors who need flexible, temporary slaughter capacity
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Ethical and premium meat brands where animal welfare credentials are central to the product story
Animal Welfare Benefits
Transporting livestock to distant abattoirs causes significant stress for animals. Mobile abattoirs eliminate or dramatically reduce transport distances, allowing animals to be slaughtered on-farm in familiar surroundings. This approach:
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Reduces animal stress and improves meat quality
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Meets growing consumer demand for high-welfare meat production
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Complies with evolving UK and EU animal welfare regulations
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Supports on-farm slaughter programmes for ethical meat brands
Cost Savings for Farmers
Traditional livestock transport is expensive and time-consuming. Mobile slaughterhouses offer:
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Elimination of livestock haulage costs (fuel, driver time, vehicle hire)
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No need to pay abattoir transport fees
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Reduced mortality and weight loss during transport
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Ideal for remote farms with no local abattoir access
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Shared costs when used by farming cooperatives
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a mobile abattoir?
A mobile abattoir is a self-contained slaughter facility designed for hygienic on-site livestock processing without requiring a permanent building.
Are mobile abattoirs legal in the UK?
Yes, when designed and operated according to UK hygiene, food safety, and animal welfare regulations.
What are the benefits of a mobile slaughter unit?
Reduced transport stress, improved animal welfare, lower logistics costs, and flexible deployment.
Which animals can be processed?
Configurations vary but may support cattle, sheep, pigs, and other livestock depending on system design.
