Critical Updates To Counter Risks & Protect Customers Through Effective, Resilient & Proactive Food & Beverage Safety Strategies

Europe’s Flagship Event The 10th Annual Must-Attend Industry Gathering With Brand New Speaker Case Studies,
2nd June 2026, Institute of Chartered Engineers, One Great George Street, London

Regulations & Legislation ■ Sustainability ■ Microbiology & Chemical Contaminants ■ Supply Chain Resilience ■ Allergens & Accountability ■ AI & New Tech ■ Consumer Trust ■ Labelling & Packaging ■ Transparency & Authenticity ■ Food Safety Culture ■ Innovations & Novel Foods

08.15 Registration & Informal Networking

OPENING REMARKS

09.00 Morning Chair’s Remarks

Jemila Boye-Okit, Global Quality, Supplier Risk & Performance Lead, Barry Callebaut

SUPPLY CHAIN RESILIENCE

09.10 Adapt & Thrive Through Resilient & Reliable Supply Chains That Observe Safety Protocols, Pursue Traceability & Prioritise Quality

  • What steps can practitioners take to ensure consistency in their supply chain – in quality, delivery, and compliance?
  • In such internationally unstable times, how can each part of the product supply chain support and sustain one another?
  • How can food companies prepare for faults within the supply chain, and bounce back when issues arise?
  • Encourage and enforce traceability at all points of the food process to avoid catastrophic recalls and negative press
  • Stay compliant to the legislation that effects each geographical location in the production process

Beyond Compliance: Turning Certification into Competitive Advantage

09.30

  • Build trust by managing risks across the value chain – turning vulnerabilities into stronger partnerships and consumer confidence.
  • Elevate credibility with independent, transparent audits – replacing self-claims with measurable proof that sets your brand apart.
  • Turn audits into catalysts for performance and innovation – leading brands use independent evaluation to raise standards and sharpen their
    competitive edge.

Samir Ahmed, VP Intertek Business Assurance EMEA, INTERTEK

SUSTAINABILITY

09.45 Uniting Sustainability Drives With Food Safety Protocols: Preparedness In An Age Of Global Agricultural Instability

  • Concoct practical and conceivable approaches to improve sustainability efforts whilst continuing to make profits and grow reputation through green marketing
  • With food security becoming an increasing concern in the UK, how can food manufacturers minimise food waste without compromising on quality and safety?
  • As pressure mounts in the agricultural sector, how can food companies mitigate the effects on ingredients and the supply chain?

Frank Braun, Chief Sustainability Officer, Hälssen & Lyon