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Stellar line-up of industry speakers announced for ceda Digital Event 04.03.21

With the first ceda Digital Event now just one week away, we’re delighted to confirm our full event programme and introduce our impressive industry speakers and exhibitors.

The event, supported by Cedabond, AutoQuotes and Commercial Kitchen, takes place one week today, on Thursday 4th March. With guest speakers such as UKHospitality’s Kate Nichols and NHS Food Review Chair Philip Shelley giving their expert thoughts and opinion on the future of their sectors, the event promises to be both informative and enlightening.

Host Peter Martin will be kicking off proceedings and setting the scene by mapping out the five big behavioural shifts in the market that are already shaping and thinking about the future of the out-of-home food and drink market.

Peter is followed by Mowgli’s CEO and Founder, Nisha Katona MBE, who will talk about the challenges of keeping an entrepreneurial business alive and on track.

Next up is Noel Mahony, Chief Executive at BaxterStorey. Noel will reveal how one of Britain’s biggest and most diverse catering businesses has reimagined the food experience for a changing post-pandemic world of work and travel.

After a lunch interval Philip Shelley, Chair of the NHS Food Review will share the experiences, collaboration, involvement and recommendations to ensure that there is a clear pathway forward to improve our food and drink services in the NHS.

Last, but certainly no means least, is the head-to-head interview with Kate Nicholls OBE, CEO of UKHospitality and Ralph Findlay, CEO of Marston’s PLC. With the reopening of hospitality in sight, Peter Martin will be asking these two industry giants what they perceive to be the big political and business challenges that still lie ahead. What shape is the sector in and what is the plan for navigating the new, emerging market landscape?

Find out more about all our Speaker here: ceda.co.uk/conference/2021-speakers/

ceda’s Director General, Adam Mason, is excited with the line-up and can’t wait to hear what each of the speakers has to say. He said, “This is arguably the best speaker, presenter and guest line-up we have had for any event, and I’m most grateful to everyone that has agreed to join us to share their thoughts, opinions, knowledge and expertise. There will be so much to learn for all of our attendees both from our programme but also in visiting the exhibition booths and we are delighted to have AutoQuotes, Cedabond, Commercial Kitchen Show, Electrolux, Falcon, First Choice, Hobart UK, Liebherr GB, Maidaid Halcyon, MCS, Mechline Developments, Meiko, MKN, Rational UK and Welbilt supporting us.”

Mason adds, “Due to the timing of the event, with the Budget the day before on Wednesday 3rd March, we hope to have some exclusive reactions and comments from our speakers on any announcements made by Chancellor Rishi Sunak.”

Following a short break, the event programme continues with Chris Brazier who will host the ceda Grand Prix Awards 2020 ceremony, sponsored by Falcon Foodservice Equipment. Chris will announce the winners of the various categories for projects completed in 2019, as well as the Rising Star Award which celebrates upcoming talent in the industry.

“Our Rising Star and Grand Prix Awards are a really important part of our year and although announced virtually there is no less importance or credibility to be derived. The short-listed people and projects are all outstanding and they wouldn’t have made it this far if they weren’t. Good luck to all. ” concludes Mason.

The full list of shortlisted projects can be viewed here: ceda.co.uk/conference/grand-prix-awards-2020-nominees/

For more details on the ceda Digital Event 2021, the full speaker line-up, Grand Prix Awards, and how to register, please visit ceda.co.uk/conference/

by Jenni Rose

ceda Partner Liebherr on stage at The Digital Event 2021

Liebherr is delighted to have been invited to take part in ceda’s first live event in 2021 addressing the wider industry and ceda members who are the best in design, projects, and equipment for the foodservice and hospitality sectors.

To join us at our ‘digital booth’ and ask any specific questions about our new ranges and key appliances for foodservice please click here, call, or email:

Andy Clarke | Andy.Clarke@liebherr.com| National Account Manager |+44 (0) 7720 497 075

or:

Stephen Ongley MInstR CFSP stephen.Ongley@liebherr.com | National Sales Manager – Business & Industry | +44 (0) 7713-270167

Explaining its extensive choice of refrigeration and freezing solutions Liebherr will focus on its new range of heavy-duty refrigeration solutions for foodservice and hospitality. These include the 600 and 1400 litre single and double door fridges and freezers in the following models, GKPV 6540 / GGPV 6540 / GKPV 1440 / GGPV 1440.

Key features are:

304 grade stainless steel liners
Self-closing doors with fitted locks
Eco-friendly hydrocarbon refrigerant as standard
Energy efficient operation
Factory fitted castors.

The double door units can be disassembled and reassembled, using a qualified engineer, on-site where as ceda members will know that access can be a problem.

The online audience will also get a real understanding of what Liebherr considers to be its ‘universal’ model for commercial refrigeration the GKv 5790 forced air refrigerator. Its wide temperature range of -2°C to +15°C makes it stand out and allows it to deliver optimum performance in a range of settings and challenging temperature environments in food service and hospitality. It has two humidity settings that are invaluable for maintaining the integrity, freshness, and food safety of ingredients.

The GKv 5790 also has a lockable, self-closing door and integrated temperature alarm to ensure food safety and quality is maintained in the busiest of professional kitchens. Ergonomic design with multiple shelf configurations, castors with the option of height-adjustable legs and cleaning drain add to the appeal of this Liebherr refrigerator in a variety of settings and different sectors where food and drink needs to be reliably refrigerated.

Liebherr will go on to underline the position of its global commercial refrigeration business (foodservice, wine, ice cream, wholesale/retail and medical), German design and engineering quality, commitment to sustainability and outstanding support for the market by offering internal and external sales advice, AQ listing, marketing collateral including enhanced web content and a minimum of ten years for spare parts availability.

There is still opportunity to register and attend for free by clicking on here.

by Peter

ceda Partner First Choice Announces The Reopening of its Training Courses

We are delighted to announce that from Monday March 1st, following the Government’s latest announcements, First Choice Group Training centre is reopening its doors for technicians’ courses, our OEM manufacturer partners training and demonstrations.

The First Choice Training team are working hard to ensure that we are able to accommodate as many attendees as possible while maintaining enhanced safety standards during the pandemic

To ensure qualifications are up to date upon returning to work, technicians are allowed to book and attend courses & assessments while furloughed and up to 6-months before their ACS Gas accreditation expires.

Martin Dagnall, Head of the First Choice Training Division comments:

“Reopening while ensuring the safety of our team and customers was the number one priority.

First Choice has introduced a number of safety and hygiene measures since the start of the pandemic to ensure that the supply of crucial equipment parts could continue in support of the healthcare sector. We’ve built on top of those measures to enable technicians to come into the building safely for ACS assessments.

Safety screens, hand sanitiser stations and social distancing signage are just some of the measures that are now regular features at First Choice HQ. Additionally, having ample space in our training centre means that we can ensure social distancing is comfortably maintained during ALL assessments and training sessions.”

As the pandemic continues online meetings, conferences and training sessions have become more and more prevalent in our industry.

Martin and the team are in the process of developing bespoke digital solutions that may enable online training seminars in the future; particularly for our Managed Learning Programme for New Gas Engineers (MLP). This is another way in which First Choice seeks to innovate and provide solutions to the current challenges faced by our industry.

First Choice Group Training is the only assessment centre in the UK that is dedicated purely to commercial catering equipment. That familiarity with the assessment equipment means that technicians can complete their assessments far quicker than at a domestic centre. Our range of assessments cover the following classifications:

CCCN1– Core Commercial Catering Gas Safety
COMCAT1– Open Burner Equipment
COMCAT3– Deep Fat & Pressure Fryers
COMCAT5– Forced Draught Burner Appliances
CONGLP1– Various LPG Classifications

More information on assessments and booking is available on our ACS Assessments page. Members of the FEA and ceda receive a 20% discount on all bookings.

First Choice Training is also beginning to offer some of our other training courses, and we will be publishing more details on these soon. In the meantime, if you have any questions or concerns relating to training and assessment needs, please contact our Training Team who will be happy to help.

Contact Information

Call: 01543 460 385
Email: acs@firstchoice-cs.co.uk

We are delighted to be able to be welcoming customers & suppliers back to the First Choice Training centre. With the safety of All attendees our number priority.

Please subscribe to the First-Choice social media channels for more updates on specific catering courses, future OEM manufacturer and specific industry associations events being held at our Training centre and online.

Stay safe. Together will beat this.

by Peter

ceda Approved Partner Hobart Service Division's Support "Making a Big Difference" in UK Hospitals.

Hobart Service are continuing to go above and beyond to support our NHS, and the ongoing hardwork and dedication from the Service team has not gone unnoticed.

Amid a third lockdown and at a time where UK hospitals are busier than ever, the nationwide team of specialist catering equipment technicians is continuing to operate nationally.

Hundreds of hospitals throughout the UK rely on Hobart’s expert service division for both repairs and planned maintenance of their kitchen equipment.

Hospital kitchen equipment plays a vital part in both the overall operation of a hospital and the essential care given to patients. Any repairs are time-critical; our dedicated technicians are working harder than ever to exceed SLAs.

The dedication of our staff hasn’t gone unnoticed. We have received many letters and words of thanks over the past 10 months, including the praise from Paula Vennells CBE, Chair at Imperial College Healthcare:

“I wanted to take this opportunity to write personally to thank you and your team for your support during the COVID-19 crisis… The country has thanked the NHS for the amazing work of our frontline colleagues but we know that without the help, advice, long hours and support from our external partners, our response would not have been as effective as it was.”

The letter went on to personally thank our service teams here at Hobart UK. The Imperial Estates team showed their gratitude to the:

“… support provided to continue maintaining the service of critical equipment and for attending site for call out repairs in difficult circumstances. Your company made a big difference to the way the Trust was able to respond.”

Keith Mackie, Managing Director of Hobart Service comments:

“Throughout this year Hobart Service has maintained and exceeded our SLA’s for the Healthcare industry. Despite extremely challenging circumstances, we have continually demonstrated our commitment to maintaining national coverage to all customers requiring our services. We have remained committed to maintaining a nationwide service, with a focus on hospitals, care homes and education.”

BOILERPLATE

Hobart Service has the UK’s largest field force specialising in catering equipment maintenance. Our specialist service technicians are trained to support a vast range of makes and models of Hobart and third party equipment.

HOBART Service directly employees over 100 technicians nationwide, offering a fast response and repair when equipment breaks down, minimising downtime with one of the highest first time fix rates in the industry.

ceda Members are encouraged to contact their Account Manager for further information.

by Peter

Evolution for Academy Leasing as it rebrands to Time Finance

ceda Associates, Academy Leasing, the specialist asset finance provider to UK businesses, has announced that its parent company 1pm plc has rebranded to Time Finance plc. As such all companies within the Aim listed 1pm Group, including Academy Leasing, will be renamed under the Time Finance brand.

The rebranding reflects the evolution of the business over a number of years, culminating in the recent completion of its buy and build acquisition strategy which has resulted in a portfolio of seven lending and broking businesses. The change to Time Finance supports the strategic objective of becoming a recognised force within the alternative finance market.

Carol Roberts, Head of Asset at Time Finance comments: “As an ambitious and forward-thinking business, now is the right time to rebrand our business and consolidate and strengthen our offering to UK businesses. Time Finance reflects who we are as a business today, as well as our ambition to become a recognised force for UK businesses seeking a fast and flexible choice of finance to support their growth.”

Time Finance is committed to ensuring that UK businesses and their owners can access a multi- product range of funding solutions from Asset Finance to Invoice Finance, Loans and Vehicle Finance to support their growth plans. At a time when businesses are being tested to the limit with the Covid-19 crisis, the ability to maintain a healthy cashflow, safeguard jobs, and continue with projected growth plans, is being felt more acutely than ever.

As Carol continues: “At Time Finance we understand that running a business is challenging and funding can mean the difference between standing still or achieving growth. Businesses need to feel confident about their financing in a market where accessing finance isn’t as easy as it could be. As a finance provider we are committed to solving their needs through our range of financial solutions by offering the right solution at the right price, whatever the size of business. This is positive news for our clients and our business partners as we work together to deliver a more comprehensive solution to the needs of UK business”.

by Jenni Rose

ceda Partner Electrolux Professional Launches Energy Efficient Glass and Undercounter Warewashing Range

Electrolux Professional has expanded its popular green&clean warewashing range to include new glasswasher and undercounter models.

The new models build upon the success of Electrolux Professional’s larger green&clean Rack and Hood type warewashing lines. They are designed to deliver sustainable, efficient, and high-performance cleaning to smaller-volume operations such as bars, pubs, cafes, small restaurants, and QSRs.

The green&clean undercounter model can save up to 25% on running costs compared with conventional warewashers, owing to a low rinse water consumption that saves electricity, water, detergent and rinse aid. Electrolux Professional’s new glasswasher is similarly efficient, and incorporates cold rinse technology to provide hygienically cold glasses, ready for immediate use.

Steve Bowler, Design and Product Manager at Electrolux Professional, comments:

“Now more than ever, businesses are looking at how to make changes that will have a positive impact on the bottom line. This is true for catering operations of all shapes and sizes, which is why we’ve introduced the green&clean glasswasher and undercounter warewashing range.”

“Boasting unrivalled energy efficiency, we’ve tailored them specifically for operations which require a quick and dynamic service, all the while maintaining optimum hygiene results. For example, the green&clean undercounter model has a double skin insulated door and cabinet to ensure less heat dispersion, and a low noise level to avoid disturbing customers, even when installed front-of-house.”

Both the green&clean glasswasher and undercounter warewasher are compatible with Electrolux Professional’s OnE online portal. This facilitates 24/7 remote real-time monitoring across multiple appliances and locations, providing a transparent insight into operational efficiency and increasing equipment uptime.

Crucially, the new models have been designed for maximum accessibility and usability. This is true for operators, thanks to a user-friendly control interface and an ergonomic counterbalanced door, but also for ongoing maintenance. The glasswasher enables front access to components for easier servicing, while the undercounter version can be positioned on wheels to facilitate cleaning both behind and underneath the machine.

Steve concludes:

“The most important factor in the specification of catering equipment will always be performance, but this has to be backed up with efficiency and usability. By introducing the green&clean glasswasher and undercounter warewashing range, we’re ensuring that smaller-volume operations can benefit from optimum dishwashing capabilities.”

Fore more information, please visit: https://www.electroluxprofessional.com/gb/commercial-kitchen-equipment/dishwashing-equipment/glasswashingandundercounters/

by Peter

ceda announces two brand new e-publications!

ceda is delighted to announce that two new e-publications will be launching in the next few months.

Connected will be packed full of informative, engaging articles to support both Members and the wider industry, at a time when this has never been more needed. As with all ceda activities however, the overall focus is to look at a brighter future, what opportunities already do and soon will exist. In fact, innovation is the overall theme of Connected’s first edition, which will be launched at the end of February.

Anyone interested in Connected is encouraged to visit our brand new website https://ceda.co.uk/letsconnect/what-is-connected-magazine, where you can flick through a sample magazine.

Connected’s sister publication is called Ignite. With a planned launch date of late March, Ignite’s focus is to showcase the exceptional work our Members and Partners consistently carry out in every sector they operate in. With no cost for any Member to be included, everyone is encouraged to take up this opportunity to promote their company and services, in the knowledge that Ignite will be distributed to up to 15,000 key influencers and decision makers operating in operator or client-based roles. With the strong likelihood of a sustained and strong rebound in these sectors most badly affected by the Covid-19 pandemic, there is a pent-up demand for the services of our Members and Approved Partners.

Anyone interested in learning more about Ignite can do so by clicking on this link: https://ceda.co.uk/letsconnect/what-is-ignite-magazine/. If any Member has a project they are particularly proud of and wish to showcase, the following link will take you to the simple form: https://ceda.co.uk/letsconnect/showcase-your-project/

by Peter

The ceda Digital Event 04.03.21

ceda live events are back this March but with one slight difference… They’re digital.

The first event takes place on Thursday 4^th March. The programme lasts from 11am until 3:30pm and features a series of top-end Industry speakers and presenters all giving their expert thoughts and opinion on the future of their sector. And it’s all online.

Hosted by Peter Martin and broadcast from a live studio, we will deliver a detailed overview of where the Hospitality Industry is and how the Industry rebuilds itself, what the future trends are and where the future opportunities will be for you.

Peter will be joined throughout the day by Industry leaders to talk about their own businesses and the wider Industry. All the confirmed speakers and details of their presentations will be announced over the coming weeks, so keep checking back for updates to our exciting line-up.

Attendees will be given the opportunity to visit virtual booths, watch product/service presentations (at their convenience) and network with Supply Partners and fellow Members. Being a digital event it gives us the opportunity to welcome more members of staff from more ceda Members as well attracting operators, end-users and Industry press who will all benefit from the programme we are putting together.

Whilst we appreciate it won’t quite be the same as a live face-to-face event, we have invested in a software platform to ensure that the day is as professional as possible and runs smoothly and efficiently.

Following a brief break to allow you to change into your ball gowns and dinner jackets (!), Chris Brazier will then host the postponed 2020 Grand Prix Award ceremony where we announce the winners of the various categories for projects completed in 2019.

To find out more, get involved as an event sponsor or to register for the ceda Digital Event, please visit https://ceda.co.uk/conference/