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Buyers: Decision-makers across foodservice, hospitality, and catering, including procurement professionals, menu developers, and F&B directors, looking to source food, beverages, equipment, and essential services.
Suppliers: Providers of food, drink, catering equipment, and solutions – ranging from ingredients and technology to packaging and operational services – seeking to connect with key industry buyers.
Discover when and where the next catering platform is taking place.
10th-11th
July 2025
Poyle Rd, Colnbrook
Heathrow, SL3 0FF
1330
Attendees
At Platform events, we have the privilege of having some exceptional clients in attendance. Check out the cards below to meet some of them.
Head of Group Catering
Manages catering for five hospitals, covering procurement, training, vending, and staff wellbeing. Works with NHS logistics and Yorkshire Purchasing Authority for sourcing, with contracts ranging from £20K to £1.4M.
Head of Food
Responsible for menu development and food purchasing across the Lounge and Cosy Club brands, covering café bars and restaurants.
Head of Procurement
Procures food, drink, disposables, and catering equipment for five villages and head office. Current projects include reviewing vending, fruit and veg supply, disposables, and frozen drink suppliers.
Head of Concessions
Manages catering NPD and innovation for 50 bars and kiosks at the stadium. Leads trials for new F&B products, service concepts, and EPOS systems, while planning for the new stadium development.
Food Development Manager
Leads menu innovation and supplier collaboration, working on projects that explore kitchen equipment trials, food innovation, and partnerships across restaurants, pubs, and hotels.
Effortless Catering Procurement, Meaningful Business Connections
The Catering Platform is designed to connect catering buyers with the best suppliers, streamlining the procurement process while uncovering fresh, innovative solutions for the industry.
Across two focused days, buyers and suppliers engage in pre-arranged meetings, exclusive networking sessions, and industry discussions that drive real business results.
You’ll experience tailored meetings with suppliers who match your needs, gain valuable industry insights, and save time by streamlining your procurement process.
Get direct access to active buyers with clear procurement needs, opening doors to new business opportunities and lasting partnerships.
Discover the opportunities available for both buyers and suppliers, and see how you can connect, grow, and build lasting relationships.
For Buyers
Save time and gain direct access to Buyers with active, relevant project requirements.
For Suppliers
Meet only the suppliers that fit your specific needs, ensuring the efficient, productive discussions.
Explore our event schedule designed to spark connections and uncover industry insights.
10:30 – 11:30
Arrival & Registration
12:00 – 13:00
Networking Lunch
13:00 – 17:30
Industry Meeting & Networking
19:00 – 20:00
Pre-Dinner Networking Drinks
20:00 – 00:00
Evening Dinner & Networking Function
Overnight Stay
From 7:00
Breakfast
9:00 – 13:00
Industry Meeting & Networking
13:00 – 14:00
Lunch
Event Finishes
Take a look at past catering platform highlights.
Buyers and Suppliers in 20 minute meetings
Evening entertainment at networking dinner
Interactive meeting at a showcase stand
Meeting in progress
Networking at pre dinner drinks
Product testers readily available
Spacious meeting room
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