Fitz Scientific is pleased to announce that it has received accreditation for a validated gluten determination method, now available at its Drogheda laboratory. This service uses the R5 sandwich enzyme method, allowing for accurate analysis of gluten levels in a wide range of food products.
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EU Regulation 828/2014 has set out conditions by which food products can be labelled “gluten-free” or “very-low gluten”. The ‘gluten-free’ statement may only be used where a food product as sold contains no more than 20 mg/kg of gluten. The ‘very low gluten’ statement may only be used where a food product as sold contains no more than 100 mg/kg of gluten.

​Sustainable products and innovative services took the spotlight on the opening day of CATEX, supported by Calor and Bunzl McLaughlin, Ireland’s largest foodservice and hospitality event. 

Taking place at the RDS, Simmonscourt, the Irish Foodservice Supplier Awards (IFSA Awards) - themed around ‘Environmental Sustainability and the Circular Economy’ – showcase the latest advancements that are helping to shape a greener, more efficient future for the sector.

Established by the Irish Foodservice Suppliers Alliance (IFSA), and sponsored by Gas Networks Ireland, the awards celebrate products and services introduced to the market since December 2023, spanning categories that reflect the industry's dedication to environmental responsibility and cutting-edge innovation, including carbon emissions reduction, food waste minimisation, the elimination of single-use plastics, and water management. Entrants were required to demonstrate how their products and services actively reduce environmental impact in line with government and climate regulations, showcasing the industry’s ongoing commitment to a greener future.

​BWG Foodservice, one of Ireland’s leading foodservice operators, has continued its exceptional growth trajectory with sales projected to reach a quarter of a billion euro (€250 million) in 2025.

The announcement coincides with BWG Foodservice winning the National Foodservice Supplier of The Year award for the second successive year at the Catex 2025 Hospitality Exhibition at the RDS this week.

BWG Foods registered sales of €219 million in 2024, marking an 8 per cent increase on 2023 and against the backdrop of ongoing pressures across the food and hospitality industry. The strong growth has been driven by the continued expansion of BWG Foodservice’s nationwide reach where it attracted double digit growth in customer numbers and secured a number of significant supply contracts.

Nevilles is excited to announce the opening of its new Ireland Distribution Centre in partnership with DSV. This state-of-the-art logistics facility, located at the Baldonnell Business Park in Baldonnell, Dublin, spans 65,000 square feet and will house over 3,000 product lines. 
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This new centre will enable Nevilles to provide a consistent and reliable service to customers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, with next-day delivery on orders placed before 4pm.

Interactive Displays Ireland, headquartered in Meath, is Ireland’s premier provider of digital signage and interactive display solutions. With over a 15 years of experience, they have become synonymous with quality, innovation, and tailored solutions for the hospitality sector.
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Their flagship brand, Moytronix, is Ireland’s only locally manufactured digital signage solution. Trusted by leading hotels and restaurants, Moytronix screens offer crystal-clear displays, 24/7 reliability, and user-friendly management systems. Designed for commercial use, these solutions are include self-ordering kiosks, menu screens, window screens and more, a significant cost-saving advantage for our clients.

SiSú, Ireland’s 3rd best selling Health & Functional Drinks Brand has a diverse range of plant-based, functional beverages from cold-pressed juices, wellness shots, organic kombucha and plant-based barista milks. There is an increasing demand for health & functional drinks and we are seeing this across all sectors. 

Strong Roots is revolutionising foodservice menus with five flavour-packed, veg-first SKUs designed for operators. Meeting rising demand for veg-forward dining, this pioneering range effortlessly integrates across all settings – from casual dining to QSR – streamlining and removing menu complexity by creating operationally efficient new formats and putting vegetables proudly at the centre of the plate.