Food manufacturing excellence awards
FMEA a huge accolade: Mash Direct
Mash Direct picked up the Most innovative small company of the year award.
Judges praised the Northern Irish-firm’s ability to meet current demand and also launch a number of new products designed to grow its business further.
Judges said: “Mash’s holistic approach to expansion and comprehensive entry made it stand out from other companies this year.”
Mash Direct director, Jack Hamilton, said winning the award was a huge accolade for all the staff, technical team and family members that make up Mash Direct.
“Awards are everything, there’s nothing like standing here receiving an award,” he added. “I can’t wait to report this to the rest of the team, it’s such a huge huge thing for us.”
Watch our exclusive video with Hamilton to find out how the firm plans to grow the company.
The award is presented to the most innovative small UK food or drink manufacturer – typically employing fewer than 100 staff and with a turnover lower than £10M a year.
Other firms nominated in this category were: David Berryman and Windyridge Cheese Co.
PICTURE: Mash Direct director Jack Hamilton (c) receives the award from Columbus md Mary Hunter (l) and award's host Julia Bradbury (r)