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Action on Salt

Action on Salt is a group of specialists concerned with salt and its effects on health, based at Queen Mary University of London and supported by 22 expert scientific members. Action on Salt was set up in 1996 to make salt reduction a priority for public health, following medical and scientific consensus linking high salt consumption to increased risk of…

Action on Sugar

Action on Sugar was launched in 2014 to inform and influence sugar reduction policies in the UK, to support the population in consuming no more than the recommended five percent of total energy from free sugars. Action on Sugar has successfully created a huge amount of awareness of the impact of excess sugar consumption on our wellbeing. Action on Sugar…

British Contract Manufacturers and Packers Association (BCMPA)

The British Contract Manufacturers and Packers Association (BCMPA) is a well-established trade association, highly respected throughout the UK & European packaging industry, providing a valued resource for brand owners, manufacturers and retailers looking to outsource their contract manufacturing and packing operations. The BCMPA has over 150 accredited members who provide an extensive range of services including contract packing, contract manufacturing,…

British Soft Drinks Association (BSDA)

The British Soft Drinks Association represents UK producers of soft drinks, including carbonated drinks, still and dilutable drinks, fruit juices and bottled waters. Membership includes the majority of Britain’s soft drinks manufacturers as well as franchisors, importers and suppliers to the UK soft drinks industry. As the collective voice of the UK soft drinks industry, BSDA provides a common…

Council For Responsible Nutrition (CRN)

The Council for Responsible Nutrition is a trade association representing the food supplement and functional foods industry in the UK. CRN UK leads the industry with its technical and scientific work. Food supplements include vitamins, minerals, botanicals and botanical extracts, cod liver & other fish oils and other bioactive nutrients. CRN UK members are the leading manufacturers and suppliers of food…

ESSNA

The European Specialist Sport Nutrition Alliance (ESSNA) is the trade association representing the interests of the sport nutrition sector across Europe. Members include big international companies, smaller specialist brands, suppliers of ingredients, sport nutrition publications, as well as national associations. ESSNA was created in 2003 to campaign for appropriate policies and legislation on sports nutrition products. Today ESSNA is a…

Euromonitor

Euromonitor International is the world’s leading provider for global business intelligence, market analysis and consumer insights. From local to global and tactical to strategic, our research solutions support decisions on how, where and when to grow your business. Find the right report, database or custom solution to validate priorities, redirect assumptions and uncover new opportunities. With offices around the…

European Food Information Council (EUFIC)

EUFIC – The European Food Information Council, is a non-profit organisation, established in 1995. As a group of passionate science and communication experts, we believe in a world where people live a healthier life because they know how to. Our mission is to provide engaging science-based information to inspire and empower healthier and more sustainable food and lifestyle choices. At Food…

Federation of Hellenic Food Industries (SEVT)

SEVT represents the Greek Food & Drink Industry on national, European and international level. It consists of food and drink companies and sector associations. The mission of SEVT is to facilitate the development of a friendly enabling business environment that attracts investments. A framework where all food and drink companies, whatever their size, can operate responsibly in order to respond…

FMCG Gurus

FMCG Gurus provides market research and insight into consumer attitudes and behaviours across the food, beverage and supplement markets worldwide. FMCG Gurus’ mission is to help clients understand these changes, formulate the right strategy, and provide the unparalleled expertise required to stay ahead. Email | +44 (0) 207 096 0559

Food and Drink Federation

The voice of the UK food and drink industry! The FDF is the membership body for the food and drink manufacturing sector. We represent and support food and drink companies, from ambitious sole traders and SMEs to the largest global brands. We respond to the issues and challenges shaping the world in which you operate, equipping our members with the…

FreeFrom Food Awards

The Free From Food Awards are the UK’s ONLY awards dedicated to free from food and drink. First launched in 2008, the awards are now highly anticipated events in the free from calendar, celebrating the very best in free from food & drink. And whilst everyone loves a medal, the FFFAs are so much more than this. They are recognised…

Grub Club Events

Grub Club Events run social networking events for food and drink professionals to chat, collaborate and network – all whilst enjoying some great grub! The informal evenings are enjoyable and engaging, yet informative and beneficial. Leaving you full of great food and brimming with fresh ideas. Fun for Foodies Grub Club Events is run by Vhari Russell and Cat New…

Health Food Manufacturers’ Association (HFMA)

The HFMA is a not-for-profit, but financially sound, organisation that was founded in 1965 to represent the interests of manufacturers and suppliers of specialist health products in the UK. It is the authoritative and responsible voice for the UK natural products industry and its members play a crucial role in helping to improve public health. Our c. 150 member…

KLBD Kosher

KLBD Kosher is one of the world’s leading kosher certification agencies operating around the globe. Certifying many major food and drink brands clients also include many raw material and ingredients manufacturers. KLBD works with companies large and small and is committed to offering a professional and affordable kosher certification service. KLBD Kosher Certification will give you and your company: • Increased…

Leatherhead Food Research

Leatherhead Food Research are the scientific and regulatory affairs consultancy of choice for the world’s leading food and beverage brands. They help clients innovate, access new markets and realise global opportunities. Services cover all stages of a product’s life cycle, enabling and delivering genuinely progressive innovation for members. Whether you require advice on the regulatory subtleties within new markets,…

Rochester PR Group

Rochester PR Group is the leading market entry PR and marketing consultancy in the UK, working with companies and brands from the UK and international markets trading into, setting up or launching in the UK, such as Guylian Belgian chocolates for 20+ years. Based in central London, Rochester provides a unique perspective on what clients need to do to…

Speciality Food Magazine

Established in 2002, Speciality Food Magazine is the largest circulated trade title within the speciality and fine food industry, with an ABC certified trade circulation of 8500 copies. Designed to inspire retailers with expert advice, product ideas and opinion from industry leaders, Speciality Food Magazine is a must-read title for anyone involved with the fine food sector. Every single copy reaches…

Stylus

Stylus are the expert source for trends and insights.  At Stylus, we uncover trends, predict change, and provide the intelligence that helps businesses prosper. With a relentless curiosity for what’s new, what’s now and what’s next, our experts are the authority in over 20 sectors – including Food & Beverage, Consumer Attitudes, Technology and beyond…

The Danish-UK Association

The Danish-UK Association, formerly the Danish-UK Chamber of Commerce and the Danish Club; is a vibrant and flourishing space for all things business, social and cultural between the UK and Denmark. Founded in January 2018, building on a legacy started in 1863. There is a lot going on that you must join in with and our founding belief is that…

The Food Agency

At the Food Agency we love what we do, we make food and drink businesses grow. That means that every day we are talking with inspiring and creative entrepreneurs and helping them realise their dreams and ambitions. The Food Agency is owned by two guys; Clive who is a process geek (strategy, operations and manufacturing) and Jeremy who is the…

The Health Sciences Academy

The Health Sciences Academy® helps working and aspiring nutrition professionals transform their careers with 10+ Accredited Certifications and 60+ Continuing Education courses in nutrition sciences – from Sports and Exercise Nutrition, to Clinical Weight Loss; Advanced Supplements, to Nutrition for Cancer Prevention and Longevity; Child Brain Development, to Nutritional Epigenetics. We’re creating the next generation of nutrition professionals and…

The Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT)

The Society of Food Hygiene and Technology (SOFHT) is a voluntary organisation set up in 1979 by a group of professional people to represent the interests and views of everyone involved in food hygiene across the food industry. Today membership includes a cross-section of professionals from food organisations and their suppliers bringing together food manufacturers, retailers, caterers, Environmental Health Officers, industry,…

The University Caterers Organisation (TUCO)

TUCO is the leading professional membership body for in-house caterers operating in the higher, further education and public sector. They are committed to advancing the learning and development of catering and hospitality teams, and work to provide quality standards, advice and information to those working in in-house catering. Established in 1953, TUCO provide a platform where members can Share and…

The Vegan Society

The Vegan Society is an education-based membership organisation, formed in 1944, making the charity 77 years old this November. Their mission is to highlight how accessible and affordable the lifestyle is, with its research, events, outreach, campaigns, and policy work. Prompted by the lack of legal definition for the word ‘vegan’, the Vegan Trademark was introduced in 1990, and…

Total Diet & Meal Replacements Europe (TDMR)

Total Diet & Meal Replacements Europe (TDMR) is the European trade body for manufacturers and distributors of formula diet products, including total diet replacement products (TDRs) and meal replacement products (MRPs) which provide weight loss and weight management programmes for the overweight and obese. Our members currently operate predominantly in the Netherlands, Sweden, Finland, the Czech Republic, the United…