Top Ratings for Food Safety Standards

We are proud to announce that Atlante UK has once again achieved the highest ratings for BRC Agents & Brokers and IFS Broker food safety standards, demonstrating our unwavering commitment to excellence and quality in the food and beverage sector.

Since obtaining BRC certification in 2020 and IFS certification in 2022, we have consistently maintained top ratings through rigorous scheduled audits. In 2024, we took an additional step by opting for an unannounced audit, further showcasing our dedication to maintaining the highest standards.

BRC Agents & Brokers Certification

The BRC Agents & Brokers certification is essential for agents and brokers involved in the purchasing, selling, or facilitating the trade of products. This certification ensures that our suppliers are continuously evaluated for food safety, authenticity, quality, and legality. For Atlante, this certification is crucial as it underpins our commitment to providing safe and high-quality food products to our customers. Our BRC certification encompasses the marketing of food products in various forms, including bulk, packaged, ambient and controlled temperature, refrigerated, and frozen.

IFS Broker Certification

The IFS Broker certification sets the standard for auditing the compliance of brokerage, marketing, and import services of food products. An IFS Broker audit assesses whether intermediaries have implemented adequate processes to ensure that suppliers’ products meet legal regulations and customer specifications. Our IFS certification covers the marketing of food products in various forms, including bulk, packaged, ambient and controlled temperature, refrigerated, and frozen. This certification is highly regarded globally, adding an additional level of credibility and trust to our operations.

Embracing the Unannounced Audit Challenge

In 2024, Atlante decided to elevate our standards further by undergoing an unannounced audit. This type of audit, which can occur at any time without prior notice, verifies the compliance of our business procedures under real and unexpected conditions.

“We chose to conduct an unannounced audit to demonstrate the robustness and effectiveness of our systems and procedures, ensuring that compliance is maintained at all times, even during surprise inspections,” says Enrico Santi, Quality Assurance Manager at Atlante. “This decision also reinforces our commitment to embedding a culture of quality and food safety across the organization, showcasing our deep understanding of its importance. By taking this approach, we enhance customer confidence, proving that our operations consistently meet the highest standards without exception.”

Our Commitment to Continuous Improvement

Receiving an AA+ rating in an unannounced audit underscores our commitment to continuous improvement. As Natasha Linhart, CEO of Atlante, expressed:

“I believe this certification is more than just a mark of recognition; it increasingly represents our operational ethos and reflects the dedication and passion we invest daily to ensure the highest quality and safety of our products.”

This achievement highlights our dedication to upholding exceptional standards of quality and safety. Atlante will continue to strive for excellence, constantly working to maintain and enhance our standards to deliver the best to our customers. We are committed to undergoing another unannounced audit in 2025, reinforcing our dedication to food safety and quality.

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