UBER EATS ANNOUNCED AS HEADLINE SPONSOR FOR NORTHERN RESTAURANT & BAR 2024

Uber Eats has been revealed as the headline sponsor of the Northern Restaurant & Bar (NRB) trade show in 2024, marking the third consecutive year of their sponsorship. Scheduled for March 12th-13th at Manchester Central, NRB is an unmissable date in the diary for everyone in the northern hospitality industry, drawing over 8,500 attendees and 300+ exhibitors.

The sponsorship with Uber Eats is announced as it's revealed that all northern England cities saw a growth in sales in managed pubs, bars and restaurants, with an average of 7.2% growth. Newcastle (12.7%) and York (9.2%) lead the uptrend, followed by Sheffield (7.1%), Liverpool (6.8%), Chester (5.6%), Manchester (4.8%), and Leeds (4.4%). Despite a 2.5% decline in total venue numbers across the British pub, bar, and restaurant sector in the latest year to October, the industry remains dynamic, witnessing an average of 48 new openings per week, signalling a significant level of renewal.

Uber Eats, a globally recognised on-demand app and website, collaborates with over 63,000 restaurants and merchants across more than 330 cities in the UK and Ireland. Ranging from northern favourites like Manchester's Archies and Newcastle's Fat Hippo to well-known brands such as PizzaExpress, Greggs, and Five Guys, Uber Eats promises quick delivery, boasting an average time of 30 minutes.

Amidst the substantial challenges facing the hospitality industry in 2024, the Northern Restaurant & Bar event becomes even more crucial. The trade show offers a comprehensive platform to explore the latest offerings in food, drink, equipment, tabletop, furniture, interior design, technology, and services.

Matthew Price, Uber Eats UK General Manager, commented: “Uber Eats is delighted to be the headline sponsor of Northern Restaurant and Bar 2024. The north of England has some of the best restaurants in the country and it is fantastic that many of the leading lights are coming together for NRB 2024. Uber Eats only succeeds when restaurants succeed, and we are looking forward to what will be a brilliant two days.”

Siobhan Thompson, Event Manager for NRB24, also commented: “We are thrilled to have Uber Eats back as our headline sponsor for NRB24. Their continued prominence in the hospitality industry is evident, especially with the notable growth in delivery sales this year. They provide so much value to our trade show and we eagerly anticipate what this year has in store.'

Already announced for NRB24 is the return of Kuits NRB Top Fifty Power List, plus an exclusive keynote interview with acclaimed culinary luminaries, Simon Rogan and Tom Barnes.

Confirmed exhibitors include Unox UK, Coca-Cola Europacific Partners, Greene King, Aviko, Vimto out of Home, Welbilt, Hotel Chocolat, Nespresso Professional, Lucky Saint, Franklin & Sons, Continental Quattro Stagioni, I want plants, Illy caffe and many more.

To book your free trade ticket visit www.northernrestaurantandbar.co.uk Please note, this event is for people who work in the hospitality trade only.