The Caterer creates Supplier Awards to recognise supplier innovation and outreach

The Caterer has launched its inaugural Supplier Awards, celebrating the most innovative businesses in the hospitality supply chain.

These new awards will reward those who are setting new standards in supporting hospitality operators with innovative products, outstanding service and commercial creativity.

Categories will include recognition for suppliers of food, drinks, equipment and technology to the hospitality industry, along with a series of special awards to acknowledge outstanding community engagement and commitment to sustainability.

Taking place at One Moorgate Place, London on 3 April 2025, the Supplier Awards will be presented alongside a celebratory three-course lunch.

A total of 23 categories will be judged by an expert panel of hospitality operators, giving suppliers a chance to get their brands in front of some top industry names, as well as the wider recognition that will come from winning these prestigious accolades.

Categories will include:

• Alcohol Brand of the Year
• Fresh Food Brand of the Year
• Heavy Equipment Brand of the Year
• Booking, Ordering & Payment Solution of the Year
• Specialist Wholesaler of the Year
• Sustainability Initiative of the Year

See the full list of awards here.

Only those who are nominated go forward to be judged by The Caterer’s panel of industry leaders and experts, so please submit your entries here by Wednesday 11 December.

Clare Nicholls, products and suppliers reporter at The Caterer, said: “The supply chain really is the backbone of the hospitality industry. So many quality food and beverage suppliers, equipment manufacturers and software providers are ploughing extraordinary levels of time and effort into ensuring their products enable venues to serve the best meals and operate to the highest levels of efficiency, that they deserve a major platform to recognise their accomplishments.

“The Caterer’s Supplier Awards will showcase those brands which have built integral partnerships with hospitality operators, as well as those which are leading the market in their product categories. I can’t wait to see their feats rightfully rewarded.”

Enter the Supplier Awards today for your chance to shine and reaffirm your position as a leading player in the hospitality supply chain.