Representatives from the likes of Pret a Manger, Azzurri Group, YO! Sushi, Bill’s, Whitbread, Pizza Hut, Marston’s, Punch Taverns, Mitchells & Butlers, Elior, Bidvest Foodservice and WSH have registered their attendance for the Birmingham trade show.
Chris Brazier, Diversified Communications group event director, said: “When you consider that Britain’s out-of-home foodservice market is forecast to grow to £54.7bn by the end of 2017 there are huge opportunities for commercial catering equipment manufacturers and suppliers ahead.
“More operators in towns and cities across the UK are looking to invest in new sites, rebrand and expand their existing outlets. So, really, Commercial Kitchen couldn’t have come at a better time.”
The launch edition will feature 100 founding exhibitors showcasing their ranges of equipment, devices and utensils; including cooking equipment, refrigeration, storage, warewashing, fit out and design.
The latest companies to confirm their presence are PKL Group, Concept, Testo and Britannia Kitchen Ventilation. While Instanta, Fire and Ice Catering, and Regale Microwave Ovens have increased the size of their stands.
Commerical Kitchen will take place on 7-8 June 2016 at the NEC Birmingham.