| Encore back for additional as Tall Ship catering contract renewed
ENCORE, the hospitality firm spun out of Glasgow's local council, has retained the catering contract at the city's Tall Ship tourist attraction in a deal worth £1. Previously located at Glasgow Harbour, the Tall Ship has drawn record numbers since its relocation last June. Employing some 500 staff, Encore generates nearly half of its £10m in annual turnover from Glasgow's visitor attractions. "The renewal of this contract reflects the high standards which we have adhered to since 2009, reinforcing our position as Scotland's premier catering provider. The division oversees catering at a few of the city's top tourist attractions, including Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, the Burrell Collection, the Gallery of Modern Art and the People's Palace and Winter Gardens. "The unique nature of the dining room within the Tall Ship is something we are immensely proud of, and naturally it has become one of our most popular venues," said David Melvin, managing director of Encore parent company Cordia. Encore is the external catering division of Cordia, the arm's-length firm set up by Glasgow City Council to runs its frontline services. Encore, which originally won the Tall Ship contract in 2009, also provides catering at the Riverside museum. "Not only this, but it's been a real boost to the vibrant Riverside area, which is now Glasgow's number one tourist destination. What's more to tourists, the Glenlee also hosts events such as weddings and conferences, and was a featured venue at the recent Glasgow Comedy Festival. The remainder comes from private contracts such as the £21m deal secured in November to supply catering for staff and students at Glasgow Caledonian University for the next four years. Encore back for additional as Tall Ship catering contract renewed |
Monday, 9 April 2012
Encore back for additional as Tall Ship catering contract renewed
