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A leading supplier of food-safe panelling systems and coldstores, HBCL Coldstores supplies full-package hygienic and temperature-controlled environment solutions to the food manufacturing, storage and distribution industries, plus other specialist end-users. Managing Director Craig Lovett discussed the company’s efforts to improve sustainability and its commitment to customer satisfaction. Report by Imogen Ward and Antonia Cole.

Messem produces frozen strawberries, as well as other fruits, for the global food industry. Strawberries are the company’s key product and are sold in slices, halves, cubes and irregular quarters, suiting them to individual customer needs. CEO Jan Sevenhuysen and Sustainability Manager Douae Lamrahli discussed the company’s achievements and sustainability standards. Report by Antonia Cole.

Scoffs Group UK evolved following the acquisition of three Costa Coffee stores in Essex and East London. Since then, the group has continued to expand its portfolio, quickly becoming Costa’s largest UK-based partner. COO Paul Turner mapped out the journey so far, during an in-depth interview with Inside Food & Drink. Report by Imogen Ward.

As coating sector leader in technology, expertise and capacity, Tullis Russell is at the global forefront of coated paper and film development. Key Account Manager Michaela Quinn, Sales & Marketing Director Mitch Lambert, Business Unit Manager Charlotte Healey and Product Manager Matt Littler explained more. Report by Hannah Barnett and Colin Chinery. 

2U Food is one of the North West’s leading mobile food truck companies. Having initially developed the idea more than 18 years ago, the catering company has continued to flourish ever since. Owner Paul Foster explained more, in an exclusive interview with Inside Food & Drink. Report by Imogen Ward.

Bread Ahead opened in September 2013, serving patrons of London’s famous Borough Market, as well as supplying local restaurants and delis. The Bakery School followed in February 2014, with the objective to show just how easy baking good bread can be. Hannah Barnett spoke to Founder and Owner Matthew Jones to hear more about the company’s successful trajectory.