A Rory success
The 2024 Foodservice Packaging Association Awards proved to be a memorable evening, with a legendary comedian at the helm. The Grand, Brighton, was the venue for another glittering celebration for the annual Foodservice Packaging Association (FPA) Awards on 7 March. Attended by over 450 members and guests from across the foodservice sector, one of the most famous faces in comedy, Rory Bremner, was in charge of proceedings. “The standard of entries was exceptional this year and we were
hugely encouraged by the innovation on display,” said FPA executive chairman, Mark Byrne. “It’s always a great night, but thanks to all our sponsors, we raised the bar even more. Rory’s hosting was an obvious high point but what pleases me most is seeing our members having a good time. There’s a lot of planning and effort involved in putting the event on but it makes it
all worthwhile when people make comments like, ’It’s the highlight of the foodservice packaging year!’” Guests had the opportunity to review entries at the afternoon Awards Exhibition, while afternoon tea and pre-dinner cocktails proved popular. It was an exceptionally memorable evening for the ‘Rising Star’ award winner, Bethan Williams of Vegware. She will now have the opportunity to study for a Packaging Professional Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship on a part-time basis through Sheffield Hallam University. The cost is funded through the Employer Apprenticeship Scheme, with the FPA making a financial contribution. Other awards included ‘Manufacturer’, which went to Cofresco, with Go-Pak runners-up. ‘Retail Operator’ went to Greggs, ‘Product Innovation FOH’ to Huhtamaki and Delifrance took home ‘F&D Manufacturer’. “Product innovation within the sector is outstanding and these awards provide us with the perfect
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