Stand number H1359, ExCel London, 17-19 March 2025
FEA will be attending the Hotel Restaurant and Catering show (HRC) at ExCel London, helping to celebrate the 90th birthday of the UK’s leading hospitality and foodservice trade event.
Since launching back in 1935 HRC has continued to evolve, with the modern event hosting representatives of every sector of this diverse industry. Last year it played host to over 30,000 visitors and 1500 exhibitors.
In keeping with such a notable anniversary this year the show will be celebrating how catering and food trends have changed since 1935. John Cunningham, Chief Executive of FEA, will be involved in two of the show’s flagship events. On Monday 17th he will be discussing the history of the commercial catering equipment sector on the Vision stage, and on the 18th he will be appearing on the TechX stage to take part in a panel called Revolutionising the Kitchen: How Tech is Transforming Culinary Operations. He will also be helping to judge the World Catering Technology awards.
As well as taking stock of the past 90 years, the show will also be looking to the future. On the 19th on the Vision stage, new FEA chair Emma Brooks will be discussing the issues of Energy and Carbon Reduction in Foodservice with Dr Sam Mudie, author of FEA’s Foodservice Carbon Professional (FCP) training course, Max Kindred, Net Zero Carbon Senior Insight Manager of NHS England and Juliane Caillouette Noble from the Sustainable Restaurant Association.
This year’s show will also see a first for FEA, with two graduation ceremonies for its major training initiatives. As well as the latest group of graduates of the Certified Foodservice Professional (CFSP) course, delegates who have passed the FEA’s new Foodservice Carbon Professional (FCP) sustainability course will be awarded their certificates at the show. This event is a great way to celebrate the achievements of the industry and highlights the importance of top quality training to the continued success of the industry.
FEA will also be holding a drinks reception for its members during the 3-day HRC Show.
“The last five years have been an interesting time for the industry, but that hasn’t stopped innovation,” says John. “We’re always thrilled to catch up with old friends, meet new friends and take stock of where the industry is and HRC is still one of the best places to do that. We’re looking forward to welcoming visitors to our stand as we celebrate the show’s 90th birthday.”