Elior
Coverage explores the UK operations, strategy, and contract wins of one of the country’s leading contract catering providers, with services spanning education, healthcare, defence, and business & industry. Reporting includes updates on sustainability initiatives, digital ordering and pre-payment tech, sector-specific brand development (e.g. Lexington, Taylor Shaw), and leadership commentary. Insight is tailored for operators and suppliers monitoring outsourced foodservice, multi-sector growth, and operational innovation in institutional and workplace catering.
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Jul- 2025 -22 JulyCatering Companies
Elior UK agrees six-year catering contract with Dundee United
Catering company Elior UK has announced a new six-year partnership with Dundee United, in what the club described as the “largest” commercial agreement in its history. Under the deal, Elior will manage hospitality and catering services across the to deliver all catering operations at Tannadice Park’s lounges, with plans to…
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Jun- 2025 -3 JuneCatering Companies
Aramark UK appointed as AFC Wimbledon’s new catering partner
Food services and facilities management group Aramark UK has been appointed as AFC Wimbledon’s new catering partner in a multi-year deal, following a competitive tender process. Aramark UK will operate all food and beverage outlets in the stadium, including the hospitality level, kiosks, the pub, as well as managing independent…
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Dec- 2024 -2 DecemberNews-In-Brief
Today’s news in brief – 02/12/24
Drinks sales in hospitality venues are “lagging” behind on tough comparatives to 2023. It comes as widespread chilly weather has pushed down sales throughout the week ended 23 November, with 17 November the only day with positive growth. Weekend sales also struggled, falling by 8% on 22 November, and by…
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2 DecemberCatering Companies
Elior UK partners with Natasha Allergy Research Foundation
UK-based contract caterer Elior has announced a three-year charity partnership with The Natasha Allergy Research Foundation, the UK’s food allergy charity, commencing in January 2025. Founded in 2019, Natasha Allergy Research Foundation was established by Nadim and Tanya Ednan-Laperouse in memory of their 15-year-old daughter Natasha, who tragically passed away…
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Sep- 2024 -6 SeptemberNews
Today’s news in brief – 06/09/24
The APPG for hospitality and tourism elected Chris Webb MP as its chair yesterday (5 September) at a meeting in Westminster. Damian Hinds, Conservative MP for East Hampshire, Caroline Voaden, Liberal Democrat MP for South Devon, and Daniel Aldridge, Labour MP for Weston-super-Mare, were also elected as vice-chairs. Elior has…
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6 SeptemberCatering Companies
Elior wins FC Rangers contract
Catering company Elior has agreed a new deal wth Scottish professional football club Rangers to become its food and beverage partner with immediate effect. Elior, who are known and trusted by the club for their previous work at Ibrox, have plans for the development and enhancement of the catering offering…
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Aug- 2024 -14 AugustNews
Today’s news in brief – 14/08/24
Starbucks has appointed Brian Niccol as its new incoming CEO from 9 September this year. It comes as Laxman Narasimhan is stepping down from the role with immediate effect. In the meantime, CFO Rachel Ruggeri will serve in an interim capacity. Niccol currently serves as chairman and CEO of Chipotle…
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14 AugustPeople
Elior UK appoints chief information officer
Contract catering company, Elior UK, has announced the appointment of Laura Kendrick to the role of chief information officer. She joins the group from IPG Mediabrands, where she led IT and technology for the EMEA region, and was also responsible for bringing together the UK and European IT teams to…
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May- 2024 -29 MayNews
Today’s news in brief – 29/05/24
Revolution Bars has rejected Nightcap’s “highly conditional” non-binding proposal yesterday (28 May), which required Revolution to proceed with the restructuring plan but not the existing fundraising of £12.5m. Following legal advice, Revolution’s board also concluded that the Nightcap proposal was “incapable of being delivered”, as a number of challenges had…
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29 MayCatering Companies
Lexington MD expands role to lead Elior UK’s B&I offering
Managing director of Lexington Catering Matt Wood has revealed he is set to expand his role to lead Elior UK’s business and industry (B&I) offering. In his new role Wood will continue to shape the company’s B&I senior leadership team. He has already promoted Lexington’s Sean Ritson and Katharine Lewis…
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