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FEA Industry Conference 2026

Join the premier event for foodservice equipment professionals, where innovation meets insight. The FEA Industry Conference brings together a powerhouse speaker programme featuring industry leaders, tech pioneers, and creative visionaries. From sustainability to cutting-edge design and operational excellence, every session is curated to keep you ahead of the curve.

Whether you're a seasoned executive or a rising star, the FEA Industry Conference is your opportunity to connect, collaborate, and grow alongside the best in the business. With networking at its heart, the conference offers a dynamic space to exchange ideas, forge partnerships, and be inspired.

FEA Apprentice of the Year Award 2026, supported by John Gilbert

The FEA Apprentice of the Year Award nomination forms are now open. This is a truly prestigious award that welcomes entries from new starters, apprentices, and trainees from any discipline within a FEA member company.

  • The deadline for submissions is Friday 18th September 2026. Entry is free.
  • Award presentation: Thursday 19th November 2026 at the FEA Industry Conference Gala Dinner.

The winner will receive:

  • £1000 cash prize
  • A bursary to cover the cost of participating in the PFS and CFSP courses.
  • The presentation of the award at the FEA Conference from award sponsor John Gilbert.
  • A place at the FEA Conference, including accommodation for one night and travel costs on Thursday 19th November.

To submit your nomination please follow the steps below:

 

FEA Charitable Endeavour Award 2026, sponosred by Meiko

The FEA Charitable Endeavour award, sponsored by Meiko, seeks to recognise the effort, dedication, and achievement in supporting charitable causes from foodservice and hospitality businesses during the past 12 months. Submissions can be for standalone events or ongoing charitable work.

If you have taken part in or organised a fundraising event on behalf of a charity during the past 12 months, then we are keen to hear from you. We welcome submissions from individuals, companies, and teams. We want to hear about how your commitment to a cause has helped support those that need it most.

  • The deadline for submissions is Friday 18th September 2026. Entry is free.
  • Award presentation: Wednesday 18th November 2026 at the FEA Industry Conference Opening Dinner.

To submit your nomination please follow the steps below:

Showcase your brand at the FEA Industry Conference

We have a number of exciting and engaging packages available.These include our Headline Partner Package, Platinum Package, Gold Package, Silver Package, and various Refreshment Packages.

Our Headline Partner Package, Platinum Package, and Gold Package combine sponsorship with accomodation to allow you to maximise your time at the conference and truly immerse yourself with all the delegates.

If you would like to showcase your brand and products at the FEA Industry Conference, one of the sector’s leading annual events, then please speak to either Adam.Lawrence@fea.org.uk or Rob.Gibson@fea.org.uk

FEA Industry Conference Sponsorship Packages

View our sponsorship packages.

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Previous FEA Industry Conferences

 

FEA Industry Conference 2025
12th & 13th November, 2025, at De Vere Cotswolds Water Parl, Cirencester.

FEA Industry Conference 2024
20th & 21st November, 2023, at Hinckley Island Hotel, Hinckley.
View the conference photos

FEA Industry Conference 2023
15th & 16th November, 2023, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
View the conference photos

FEA Industry Conference 2022
9th & 10th November, 2022, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
FEA Foodservice Top 100 Social Media Influencers 2022 | Conference Day 2022 | Gala Dinner 2022

FEA Industry Conference 2021
15th & 16th September, 2021, at Chesford Grange, Kenilworth.
FEA Foodservice Top 100 Social Media Influencers 2021 | Conference Day 2021 | Gala Dinner 2021

FEA AGM 2020
12th November, 2020, hosted online

CESA Industry Conference 2019
13th & 14th November, 2019, at Renaissance Heathrow, Houslow
*AGM voted on and agreed to the rebranding of CESA to the FEA

CESA Industry Conference 2018
14th & 15th November, 2018, at Cotswolds DeVere Waterpark, Cirencester

CESA Industry Conference 2017
15th & 16th November, 2017, at Wokefield Estate, Berkshire

CESA Conference 2016
17th & 18th November, 2016, at Marriott Forest of Arden Hotel, Birmingham

CESA Conference 2015
12th & 13th November, 2015, at Wembley Hilton, London

CESA Conference 2014
13th & 14th November, 2014, at Heythrop Park, Oxfordshire

CESA Conference 2013
14th & 15th November, 2013, at Savill Court Hotel, Windsor

CESA Conference 2012
16th November, 2012, at Whittlebury Hall, Northamptonshire

 

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