Associations and Supporters
In association with
Improve Ltd
Sponsors of the Productivity through Skills Award and the Apprenticeships Award
Productivity through Skills
The UK food and drink industry is one of the largest and most competitive manufacturing and processing industries in the world. With this in mind, Improve has, to date; introduced the most radical change in skills provision the industry has seen for 25 years; become the recognised centre of excellence for industry insights; delivered a full assessment of skills needs and a flexible framework designed to meet National standards, and; launched the National Skills Academy for food and drink. We play a key role in driving the skills agenda for the food and drink industry and ensure that we continue to deliver world class skills for a world class sector.
Apprenticeships
Through our programme of detailed consultation, we have worked closely with employers and learning providers to develop the current learning frameworks for Level 2 and Level 3 Apprenticeships in Food Manufacture across the UK. Work Improve has done with Scottish employers as led them to become the first Sector Skills Council to have a Level 2 Modern Apprenticeship Framework approved and, Food and Drink Sector Skills in Northern Ireland to introduce a Level 2 Apprenticeship in Food Manufacture which has resulted in an increase in uptake of more than 200%.
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Air Products
DKSH
Sponsors of the Bakery and Confectionery Award
DKSH have been involved in the food industry since the 1920's - the company has since changed greatly and are now seen as the specialists in functional ingredients including; natural sugar replacement, fat replacement, fibre addition as well as digestive health, heart health and cosmeceuticals. DKSH has established food offices in over 20 different countries and has the unique position of being able to spot trends, emerging technologies and products from diverse markets. As a result we are well placed to help our customers meet new consumer demands, differentiate customers from the competition but most importantly help create high value, quality, innovative and successful products.
www.dksh.com/ukApplied Principles
Boughey
Sponsors of the Ambient and General Groceries Award
Boughey Distribution is one of the UK's largest ambient grocery consolidator for food manufacturers and importers. Attracted by day 1 order for day 3 delivery cycles, Tesco and Somerfield both use Boughey as a PCC who also consolidate for Sainsbury, Morrison and Waitrose together with wholesalers and cash and carries. Boughey's distribution fleet comprises 140 articulated units, 240 trailers and, with ‘real time' journey information, are able to monitor and update estimated delivery times, keeping customers informed in the case of a delay and requesting a later booking slot at the delivery point. The result is 99.5% service level satisfaction for pick accuracy and delivery, based on cases delivered on day and in full.
www.boughey.co.uk/International Agri-Technology Centre Ltd
Sponsors of the Company of the Year Award
The International Agri-Technology Centre Ltd (IATC) in partnership with CampdenBRI, has been contracted by UK Trade & Investment (UKTI) to promote and support the UK's agri-food technology industry in developing its international trade potential. Together they can help businesses identify opportunities and enter overseas markets, while working with international governments, scientific and research institutes and commercial organisations to identify links and facilitate introductions and business meetings that may lead to commercial collaboration. As well as acting as the focal point for international trade enquiries and information from overseas markets seeking goods and services from the UK.
www.theiatc.org/Invest in Bradford
Sponsors of the Small Company of the Year Award
Invest in Bradford provides companies with the support and advice they need when considering investments projects. It uses strong partnerships with both public and private sector companies to leverage the assistance required for potential investments into the district. Bradford offers advice on a range of subjects and has a long history as a base for some of the countries larges food & drink sector companies, which has led to an outstanding skills base for the sector.
www.investinbradford.comLockton
Sponsors of the Frozen Foods Award
Lockton is the world's largest privately owned global insurance broker, providing insurance and re-insurance broking, risk and insurance programme management and consulting, alternative risk finance and claims management. The food processing and distribution industry is an area of particular focus for Lockton and a sector in which it has the experience and skills to deal with the sector's unique risks. Their market presence is based on developing strong relationships with key insurers that understand the industry in which you operate and ensuring that those who understand your business best, act as your advocates in the insurance market to achieve innovative solutions to issues.
www.lockton.comSA Partners
Sponsors of the Chilled Ready Meals and Prepared Foods Award
S A Partners help businesses to deploy effective and engaging strategies through the application of Lean Principles. Improving business processes, and addresses in addition to the key enablers of strategy and alignment, leadership and management behaviours, and employee engagement. Our experience includes consultancy, mentoring and training programmes with companies and supply chains of all sizes within the food and drink sector at home and abroad, working closely with our customers to enable the timely achievement of results.
www.sapartners.comSilver Stone Search & Selection Ltd
Sponsors of the Diversity in Recruitment Award
Recruitment specialist Silver Stone prides itself on its experience, industry knowledge and track record of attracting a diverse pool of professionals into and within the food industry. Working with Silver Stone, companies benefit from: transparent recruitment process; excellent access to industry specific candidates and clients across all disciplines and sectors of the food industry; a flexible and bespoke process from a professional organisation with a dedicated and experienced team, passionate about the food industry; a track record of continuous delivery; and value for money.
www.ssssltd.comBritish Lion Egg Products
Sponsoring the canapes
British Lion egg products are used as ingredients by food manufacturers and caterers to save time and money, while maximising quality and food safety standards. Specifying British Lion egg products guarantees that you are using eggs produced to the British Lion standards, processed in accordance with a stringent Code of Practice. Many major food manufacturers already stipulate 'Lion Quality' amongst their purchasing requirements for egg products, not just to ensure the highest standards of food safety, but also to meet the consumer demand for British-sourced products and minimised food miles.
