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innovate on sustainable ideas. This year,
submissions are encouraged from those
who can deliver diverse and inclusive menu
options for rail travel – accommodating a
wide range of dietary needs, such as vegan,
vegetarian, gluten-free and allergen-free.
Applications are also welcome from
businesses that champion sustainable
sourcing and food preparation practices,
as well as those who offer environmentally
responsible food packaging.Those
shortlisted will be given the opportunity
to attend an event to pitch their products
and business to a panel of Foodbuy Group
and Avanti West Coast representatives –
with the potential to become a supplier.
The event, which will take place in
Chertsey, Surrey, on 5 November 2025,
will offer participants the chance to build
new partnerships and access mentoring
advice from Foodbuy Group.Dr Theresa
Robberts, Social Value and Accessibility
Manager at Avanti West Coast, said:
“We’re passionate about creating a greener,
fairer future, which is why we’re inviting
like-minded businesses to help us do just
that through this initiative with Foodbuy
Group.“By carrying out activities that
contribute positively towards society and
the environment along our route, we can
make a lasting impact to peoples’ lives and
continue our efforts to be a responsible
business.“We’re looking forward to
meeting new suppliers who can help us
offer an improved customer experience
while making a positive difference to the
communities we serve.”Harinder Singh,
Foodbuy Group’s Head of Sustainability
and Compliance, said: “By supporting
small and socially conscious suppliers,
we’re able to create real impact through
how we spend. Through our Pitch Social
event, we’re excited to partner with Avanti
West Coast to provide a valuable platform
to connect with these suppliers. We look
forward to teaming up with new suppliers
to offer passengers menu choices that
are both sustainable and inclusive while
making a meaningful difference.”
To find out more about Pitch Social and
apply to take part.
“By supporting small
and socially conscious
suppliers, we’re able to
create real impact through
how we spend. Through
our Pitch Social event,
we’re excited to partner
with Avanti West Coast
to provide a valuable
platform.”
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