FDF AWards 2017 – REGIONAL GROWTH BUSINESS SHORTLIST

The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has announced the shortlist for
the Regional Growth Business category [1] of the Food and Drink
Federation Awards 2017 [2]. The category is split by geographical area
and sponsored by Grant Thornton UK LLP.

The Food and Drink Federation Awards celebrate the success of the
food and drink manufacturing industry and the hardworking people
within it. The ceremony takes place on Thursday 21 September at The
Brewery in London, with headline sponsor Santander.

The Award is divided into five sub-categories: Central & Northern
England, South East England, South West England, Scotland & Northern
Ireland, and Wales. The finalists, selected by a panel of expert
judges, highlight both the geographic range and innovative work of the
sector.

FDF AWARDS 2017 SHORTLIST

REGIONAL GROWTH BUSINESS [3] (sponsored by Grant Thornton UK LLP):

·         Central & Northern England: Beckleberry’s,
Sleaford Quality Foods, T Soanes and Son, Tommy Tucker, The Yorkshire
Wagyu Company Ltd

* South East England: Bakedin, The Bread Factory, Huffkins, Joe &
Seph’s Gourmet Popcorn, Salter’s Must Chup Sauces, Simply Ice Creams

* South West England: Friska, The Great British Biscotti Company, Mr
Lee’s Noodles Company

* Scotland & Northern Ireland: Loch Duart, Mash Direct, Nairn’s
Oatcakes, Robertson’s Fine Foods, Willowbrook Foods

* Wales: Clarks – The Natural Sweeteners, Dawn Meats, Lovemore Free
From Foods, Radnor Hills Mineral Water Company, Tiny Rebel, Village
Dairy

Ian Wright CBE, Director General of the Food and Drink Federation,
said:

“These finalists are a credit to our industry and another reminder
of the variety of food and drink manufacturing. One of the sector’s
defining characteristics is its national presence, spanning the
country in terms of both employment and businesses. We look forward to
celebrating with all of them at our Awards ceremony in September.”

Trefor Griffith, head of food and beverage, Grant Thornton UK LLP,
commented:

“We are delighted to be sponsoring the Growth Business category
again this year. To ensure the food and beverage sector continues to
thrive, organisations need to focus on stimulating sustainable growth
and it is encouraging to see such a broad range of companies included
in the shortlist for this award. The regional variety displays both
the strength and reach of the sector across the UK and the important
role it plays within the economy.”