UK Soft Drinks Conference 2025
13
May
13 May 2025
London, UK
For over 20 years, FoodBev's annual UK Soft Drinks Conference has brought together senior industry producers, suppliers, retailers, innovators, opinion formers and advisers to provide the fullest possible one day overview of the latest developments, issues and opportunities alongside extensive networking. Held in association with British Soft Drinks Association.
Event Program
At FoodBev Events, we pride ourselves on our carefully curated event program designed to showcase the best of the industry. Our extensive range of topics and sessions promises to optimize every participant's experience, delivering valuable insights to help you stay ahead in this dynamic sector. From networking opportunities to engaging workshops, you won’t want to miss a moment of the exceptional programming we have prepared. Read more here to discover the highlights awaiting you at our next event!
Program highlights:
Tuesday
8:00 am
UK MARKET OVERVIEW
2024 review, 2025 outlook and key issues
William Watkins, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Radnor Hills, President of British Soft Drinks Association
Tuesday
8:15 am
UK MARKET OVERVIEW
Economic, retail and consumer developments and opportunities
Daisy Frecklington, Consumer Insight Director at Kantar
Tuesday
8:30 am
UK MARKET OVERVIEW
Panel discussion
joined by Olivia Ferdi, Co-founder of TRIP
Tuesday
8:45 am
INNOVATING FOR GROWTH
Panel discussion on products, packaging, communications, health, sustainability and technology
Mike Harding, Senior Commercial Director GB&I – Franchise Beverages for PepsiCo UK
Lauren Tredgett, Category Buying Manager – Soft Drinks for Tesco
Additional speakers to be announced
Tuesday
10:30 am
FRESH CEO PERSPECTIVES
Panel discussion
Tuesday
11:45 am
HEALTH OF THE PLANET
Panel discussion
joined by Peverel Manners, Managing Director of Belvoir Farm
About this event
FoodBev's annual UK Soft Drinks Conference is the industry's leading annual forum to hear about the latest market developments, explore emerging trends, debate key issues and network with other business leaders.
The 2025 programme will feature presentations from industry leaders, experts, retailers and innovators sharing exclusive insights from the past 12 months, alongside interactive panel discussions where delegates can put forward their questions and participate in polling.
Dedicated networking breaks will enable attendees to build new connections, with an expected audience of 175-225 senior industry managers, innovators, retailers, suppliers, opinion formers and advisers.
The 'Innovator marketplace' will offer brand companies the opportunity to showcase their beverages free of charge in display fridges for all attendees to discover and taste.
Speakers
FoodBev Events is excited to connect you with an amazing array of speakers for this year's gathering. Each of our speakers brings a wealth of knowledge and unique perspectives, offering valuable insights that will enrich your experience at the event. Join us to learn from their journeys, engage in thought-provoking discussions, and discover innovative trends that can take your business to the next level. Click below to read more about each of our speakers.
Mike Harding
Senior Commercial Director, GB&I Beverages at PepsiCo
Pip Brook
Co-founder UK of Fhirst
Peverel Manners
Managing Director of Belvoir Farm Drinks
Innovator marketplace
The Innovator marketplace is your opportunity to display and promote your products to all conference attendees and gain valuable first-hand feedback from industry experts and your peers.
Delegates can sign up to feature their product(s) in our sampling fridges and on a display table within the networking foyer.
This opportunity is completely free of charge and available on a first-come, first-served basis to event attendees.
Reasons to sign up:
- Enhance brand visibility: Gain valuable, high-quality industry exposure by putting your product in the hands of gatekeepers, investors, retailers, buyers and consultants.
- Priceless feedback: Gain valuable feedback on all aspects of your product, including taste, feel and design. Take the opportunity to chat with other industry members about your broader marketing and business approach. Use constructive criticism to your advantage and come away with key ideas and opportunities to help move your product forward.
- Get people talking: Product sampling creates the opportunity for great conversation. Watch and listen as attendees react to and talk about your product. Take notes and see how competitor products are also received.
Please contact us once you have received your booking
Attendees
Over 90 delegates have already secured their spot for the UK Soft Drinks Conference 2025.
Take a look at the companies that were part of the 175-strong delegation at the 2024 event.
Testimonials
- "A key annual event to learn and discuss the issues & opportunities in the Soft Drinks category."Paul Graham, Britvic & British Soft Drinks Association
- "An excellent event for anyone in the soft drinks industry who wants to gain up-to-date, valuable information from experts and leaders." Pip Brook, FHIRST Living Soda
- "Cutting-edge content, easily digestible, and high-level attendees providing meaningful networking." Kenny Goodman, HIP POP
- "The conference brings together market leaders and emerging innovators, offering a thorough overview of the category's future." Gareth Jones, Icelandic Glacial Water
- "Well-organized, excellent content, high-value attendees, & a unique networking opportunity." Murray Diplock, Foundry Farm
- "A great cross-section of speakers from emerging brands, challengers, and categories. A chance to meet new delegates and try new products." Andrew Eyles, Bluemarlin
- "Zenith events are always well-executed, offering exceptional industry insights and networking." Ross Colbert, Capstone Partners
- "A fantastic event full of insight, opportunity, and inspiring speakers." George Glaisher, AVER
- "Informative, expertly moderated, and up-to-date on trends, with speakers from both established and new brands." Craig Hutchison, Mindful Brands
- "A great opportunity to understand the challenges and opportunities for both established and entrepreneurial brands." Robin Shuker, Field Agent
Accommodation
For delegates looking to book accommodation close by, an allocation of rooms is available at the Numa London at a 15% discounted rate.
Please book online at numastays.com, entering the promo code UKSDC2025.
Address: 11-13 Bayley Street, London WC1B 3HD
Location
28 Great Russell St, London WC1B 3LS, UK
The Congress Centre is an ideally located and contemporary venue in the heart of London's West End. It is situated close to Tottenham Court Road underground station, from which you should use exit 3.
Congress Centre, 28 Great Russell Street, London WC1B 3LS
t +44 (0)20 7467 1318 f +44 (0)207 467 1313
Dress code: Business suit or smart casual
Sponsorship
Our event and awards sponsorship packages offer a unique and effective opportunity to showcase your brand and services to a highly relevant audience.
You can choose from our Platinum, Gold, Silver and Bronze sponsorship packages, or we can create a custom sponsorship package to suit your specific needs and budgetary requirements.