The Catering Equipment Suppliers Association (CESA) represents an impressive list of well over 150 of the industry’s best known companies, from the small, independent firms to the major league, global players.  This includes CESA Accredited Service Providers.

CESA’s remit encompasses the full spectrum of commercial catering equipment & ancillary services; utensils & tableware suppliers; and includes suppliers to all the main foodservice & hospitality sectors. Their common link is an aim to serve the hospitality industry in the most dynamic and responsible way. This includes manufacturers, distributors and service organisations. The CESA Accredited Service Provider Scheme recognises companies equipped to provide a professional and well resourced service to operators.


CESA’s role & objectives

  • To further the interests and raise the standards of the industry, and promote the welfare of its members.
  • Sustained representation to relevant government departments and regulatory authorities locally, nationally and internationally
    on all matters affecting members.
  • Active co-operation with other like-minded trade associations in the UK & worldwide.
  • Effective collaboration between all suppliers engaged in Food Service Equipment supply.

CEDA Ltd are the premier Trade Association representing the most professional Catering Equipment Distributors and Service companies in the UK. We have almost 100 members who offer local and national support to all types of commercial catering and foodservice operations.  Our members have a combined turnover which exceeds £450m which represents 50% of all catering equipment sold in the UK. We represent our Members and the wider Industry on all topics including; Technical legislation and regulation, HR, Employment Law, Training & Education and Sustainability.  In addition, we provide our Members with an outstanding portfolio of services which add value to their businesses.

Most of the catering equipment sold in the UK is supplied and supported by CEDA members.


This service includes: -

  • Advice on equipment selection and specification prior to installation
  • After sales support, service, preventative maintenance and breakdown cover
  • Training for catering staff and managers in the use of new and existing equipment
  • Kitchen design, refurbishment planning and layout
  • Kitchen installation and project management, including plumbing, gas and electrical supplies and building works such as new floors, walls or ceilings
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