The Marriott Hotel in Park Lane has pledged that 100 per cent of its seafood supplies will come from sustainable sources, in a move hailed as a blueprint for the groups kitchens around the world. The decision to support seafood sustainability was taken when M&J Seafood presented to Marriott chefs in Germany, discussing the issues…
Read moreResults Footprint Awards 2011
On the 19th of May, senior executives of the foodservice sector gathered to recognise those businesses and individuals who have made great strides towards a more sustainable industry. From over 100 entries here are the winners and runners-up. Sustainable Use of Natural Resources Award Sponsored by BaxterStorey WINNERS: Greenvale AP RUNNERS UP:…
Read moreFootprint Awards 2011 – Attendance Details
For the first time, the foodservice sector is recognising achievements in sustainability and environmental excellence across the supply chain at the Footprint Awards. Award winners will be announced from the shortlist of nominees at an extraordinary evening on 19th May at the Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) and we hope you will be able…
Read moreRoyal Wedding Dress Rumours Rubbished!
Will it be white, with hand-sewn roses, pure taffeta, cinched-in corsetry and what about that all-important train? The excitement around Kate Middletons wedding dress is reaching fever pitch, so much so that Julia Roebuck, a recent graduate from the London College of Fashion, has used her creative flare to create a unique one-of-a-kind dress for…
Read moreShortlist for Footprint Awards 2011
The finalists for the Footprint Awards have been shortlisted by the Footprint Awards Judges. Congratulations to all those who have made the shortlist and our commiserations to those who have not. It has been a very competitive year with over 100 high quality entries. Thank you for your participation. Winners will now be selected by…
Read moreThought Leaders & Innovators Conference and Partnering Event: Call to Action for Buyers & Footprint Forum members!
An exciting new style Footprint Forum essential for anyone evolving sustainability strategy as thought leaders and buyers in the industry. The conference and partnering sessions allow delegates to exploring the innovations that will support sustainability across the supply chain into the future. When: 24th…
Read moreThought Leaders & Innovators Conference and Partnering Event: Call to action for Innovators!
An exciting new style Forum essential for innovators and providers of new technologies and products. The conference and partnering session will allow you to spend pre-booked time with buyers and influencers from across the foodservice supply chain. Taking the randomness out of…
Read moreFootprint Awards 2011 Judges Are Getting Down To Business
The Footprint Awards closed to new entries this week and with over 100 entries to the categories from across the foodservice sector all eyes are now turning to the shortlist and the Awards dinner at the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects). Those attending can look forward to an extraordinary evening which aims to celebrate…
Read morePork profits from Olympics
PORK AND pork products have been boosted thanks to the London 2012 Olympics. Figures from Kantar Worldpanel, produced for BPEX, show sales were up 8% in value and 9% in volume during the Games period. This was ahead of chicken (up 7% in value and 5% in volume) and turkey (up 2%…
Read moreC&C goes for ISO14001
C&C CATERING Equipment HAS been awarded both the ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001: 2004 accreditations. The International Standards will ensure that THE COMPANY provides a service that is safe, reliable and of the highest quality to their customers across the UK. The ISO 14001:2004 standard offers a framework for an effective environmental management…
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