Aryzta

About the company

ARYZTA is a global food business formed in 2008 through the merger of IAWS Group plc and Hiestand Holding AG. It holds a leadership position in the production of frozen bakery and par-baked artisan bread, as well as a wide range of speciality bakery products.

ARYZTA's par-baked product responds to consumer desire for 'just out of the oven' aroma, texture and freshness, delivered with an in-store bake-off. In addition, the aroma of freshly baked goods at the point of sale drives consumer footfall and represents a point of difference for ARYZTA's customers in foodservice and retail establishments.

The company has invested in its manufacturing capability and has established a market-leading position in frozen bakery. ARYZTA stands for uncompromising quality and authenticity, evident in consistently exceptional bread and baked goods.

Key Sustainability Commitments

Commitment to Responsible Sourcing

Aryzta sources raw materials according to RSPO criteria. They have set a target for all finished product packaging to be FSC certified by 2018. All cardboard boxes for finished product are currently 85% recycled cardboard.

Supporting Local Communities

Engages with and supports local schools through sponsorship and school trips to Aryzta for a bakery Masterclass.

Focus on Food Waste

Aryzta drives the reduction of food waste through performance efficiency and innovation.

Committed to Renewable Energy Usage

All electricity on site is 100% green energy. They also have a specific target of a 5% reduction in total energy usage during the duration of their Origin Green plan.

Focus on Packaging Waste

Establishment of Waste Management Plan for the site to focus on waste segregation and minimisation.

Focus on Health and Nutrition

Aryzta have a number of initiatives which focuses on the health and wellbeing of their employees while also focusing on a healthy range of products under the following categories: reduced salt, source of Vitamin D and high protein breads.

Focus on General Waste:

They have achieved zero waste to landfill for their site, and general waste is minimised using the waste hierarchy model.

Commitment to Reduce their Environmental Impact:

Plan includes a 5% overall reduction in resource usage over the lifetime of the plan.

Focus on Protecting the Environment:

Aryzta promotes awareness and regular communication on the environmental impact of their business and people.