ONE of the north's leading health food businesses has won yet another industry award as it looks to further grow its international exports.
Armagh company Linwoods secured a Gold Award for Innovation at the SIAL Middle East Show in Abu Dhabi for its ‘Sprouted Flaxseed’ product.
The show is part of a global programme for the food and beverage sector and showcases some of the world’s most innovative products over the course of a three-day event. Linwoods ‘Sprouted Flaxseed’ came out on top, securing gold following a shortlist of 30 new products from manufacturers across the US, India, New Zealand and the UAE.
The award marks the second major industry success for the company in the latter half of 2017, having also been recognised as ‘Export Business of the Year’ at the British Chamber Awards in November.
Managing director of Linwoods, John Woods said to be recognised at two major industry events is an "outstanding achievement" and a real boost to business for 2018.
“Recognition for our products at one of the world’s most prestigious food and beverage events is a major endorsement of our reputation for producing outstanding health food products and we’re delighted that the judges have chosen our ‘Sprouted Flaxseed’ product as best in class.
“We’re exceptionally proud of the quality of our products and invest heavily in ensuring that we continue to innovate and develop new ranges to meet the demands of our customer base around the globe."
“Award wins such as this serve to underline the hard work of everyone right across the business and helps to enhance the international confidence in Linwoods’ product range, supported by our strategy of continuing to break into new markets," Mr Woods added.
Producing a a range of healthy superfood combinations, Linwoods products are now sold in over 25 countries around the world.
