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THOUGHTFOODIssue 17 • Dec 2005
A newsletter for partners andfriends of CPCS we cherish...
In This Edition
CPCS 2005 Review 3
CPCS Collects Gold Award as 4
"Overseas Best Caterer of 2004"
CPCS Receives the Prestigious 4
CX Excellence Award 2004
British Airways Honours CPCS as a 5
Partner in Excellence
Cited For Being A Loving & Caring Company 5
Energy Saving Projects Win AA Merit Award 5
2004/2005
Successful Return from HOFEX 2005 6
Chef Apprentices Racked up Experience 6
in Black Box Challenge
Welcome Four New Airlines to 7
Our Growing Family of Customers
Amoy and Angliss Honoured with 8
CPCS Awards
CPCS Concentrates on Quality Management 8
CPCS Athletes Win Medals Despite 9
First Time Participation
CPCS Joins Hands with ORBIS . . . 9
Brings Brightness to The World
A Helping Hand to Sunnyside Club 9
Eyes On Hygiene . . . Better Hygiene 10
New Management in 11
Purchasing Department
Vietnam Air Caterers 12
Cebu Pacific Catering Services 12
CLS Catering Services Toronto 12
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Alex Chau, CEO
In addition to quantitative success, we recognize the outstanding qualitative achievements by our kitchens around the
globe through the applause from our airline customers. In North America, CLS at Vancouver was awarded the Best Long-
haul Caterer from Korean Air (KE), as well as the Best Account Executive Award from Cathay Pacific Airways (CX). In addition,
CLS Toronto received the Quality Cube Award - Gold from Lufthansa German Airlines (LH) for the second year in a row!
VAC kitchen in Vietnam was presented the Silver Prize of the Overseas Best Caterer Award 2004 from All Nippon Airways
(NH). Back at home, Hong Kong CPCS took the Overseas Best Caterer 2004 - Gold Prize from All Nippon Airways (NH),
and the Recognition of Excellence Award from Cathay Pacific Airways (CX). The positive response of our customers is more
than encouraging and confirms that our belief in the ultimate importance of quality is gaining more approval than ever.
In less than a month, we will be greeting the year 2006. Although optimistic for the future, we must be cautious. A number
of clear but uncontrollable factors challenge us, including rapidly climbing fuel costs, the threat of natural disasters, and
the possible industrial impact of terrorist attacks. Add to this concerns about a possible Avian Flu epidemic, and we are
faced with many factors, all of which threaten to overshadow the healthy comeback of the worldwide travel industry and
in turn the airline catering business.
CPCS 2005 Review
In the blink of an eye, year 2005 is drawing to a close. In review, I am
pleased to conclude that together, we have written another chapter of
success into our corporate history.
Benefiting from the continued recovery of tourism worldwide, the number
of meals has markedly increased. As a group, for the first 9 months, we
achieved approximately 17% growth in volume over the same period
in 2004. Of that, 6% comes from our kitchens in Canada and 11% from
our kitchens in the Asia Pacific Region. For the first time, the average
number of meals per day exceeded the 100,000 landmark! Our Hong
Kong kitchen also broke the record for number of meals produced on
a single day! The day, 21st July, 2005 is one to remember, when the
number of meals soared to a new high of 68,103! Simple figures with
tremendous significance; behind these figures we find unequivocal trust
in us from our customers and the devoted effort of an excellent workforce.
Uncertain as to what the future holds for us, we hope for the best and also ensure
we are well prepared for the worst. In the face of the challenges that may lie ahead,
every member in CPCS will continue to work to the highest degree of professionalism
and as always, provide the best service to our customers.
Lastly, I take this opportunity to wish you and your family good health and prosperity
in 2006.
CPCS is proud to announce that we have received a number of awards over the past
few months. These awards, presented by our airline customers and other non-airline
organizations, have not only recognized our high quality product and professional
service delivery to our customers, but also acknowledged our great care for society.
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CPCS Collects Gold Award as"Overseas Best Caterer of 2004"
In 2004, CPCS was delighted to receive the "Overseas Best Caterer of 2003 ---
Silver Prize" from All Nippon Airways (NH). Our clear goal thus became to go
one step better.
This year, it is thus with immense pleasure that we have been awarded the
"Overseas Best Caterer of 2004 --- Gold Prize" by ANA. This has indeed been
one of the most welcome and encouraging pieces of news received in the second
half of the year. This award is based on a variety of evaluation criteria, including
in-flight meal quality, hygiene control, bacteria investigation, equipment control,
loading quality and routine handling evaluation. Our receipt of this top award
represents ANA* acknowledgement of our professional management and
recognizes our greatest efforts and dedication to providing the finest catering
products and services to our valued customers.
Our General Manger, Mr Angus Barclay, Commercial Manager, Ms Clara Ma,
Executive Chef, Mr Jörg Kubisz, and our Japanese Sous Chef, Mr Mori Shizuaki
were all invited to attend the award presentation ceremony and dinner held on
20th October 2005, at the Narita ANA Hotel in Tokyo, Japan. To express their
gratitude for the invitation, for the first time, our staff wore Japanese traditional
clothing when receiving this top prize from ANA.
The Gold Prize bestowed on us by ANA is attributed to the 1,700 staff at CPCS
who work together to achieve professionalism. CPCS treasures not only this
award, but also the more than 30 years of a long and valuable business partnership
with ANA. We will continue to make every effort to meet and exceed customer
expectations.
In June, CPCS received the *ecognition of Excellence Award 2004*presented
by Cathay Pacific Airways (CX). This new award from CX, evaluated by all
Inflight Services Department (ISD) Catering team members, is to honour
the supplier that achieves outstanding dedication, initiative, flexibility and
commitment. CPCS is truly excited to become the first ever winner. The
recognition is undoubtedly a tribute to all our staff members who consistently
demonstrate what CX describes as "ervice Straight from the Heart" We
pledge to continue to strive for the highest levels of performance and ensure
the top quality of products and services delivered to all CX flights.
CPCS Receives the PrestigiousCX Excellence Award 2004
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CPCS is honoured to receive the "Partners in Excellence 2004/2005" award
from British Airways (BA). This is the second consecutive year that we have
received this award. This award again recognizes CPCS as a professional
supplier that has delivered safe and consistent catering products and services
to British Airways throughout the year. Our airline industry is ever-changing
and full of challenges, but CPCS is always willing to work closely with British
Airways to deliver the highest possible standards of products and services.
British Airways Honours CPCSas a Partner in Excellence
The Caring Company Scheme was launched in 2002 by the Hong
Kong Council of Social Services. This scheme develops a bridge
between the business and social service sectors, with a view to
promoting social welfare development in Hong Kong, facilitating
cross-sectoral partnerships, and advocating equality, justice, social
integration and a caring society.
CPCS has been named a "Caring Company" for the second consecutive
year, in recognition of our enduring efforts in caring for the
community and our commitment to corporate citizenship. As a
Caring Company, CPCS's scope of caring is extensive. Over the past
year, we have actively participated in a variety of social services and
charity events.
Previous activities include:
- Visits to the elderly
- Blood Donation Day
- UNICEF - Staff Field Trip to South Africa
- Hong Kong Community Chest - Dress Casual Day
- Donations to ORBIS
- Production Green Foundation Charity Walk
- Hong Kong Red Cross - South Asia Relief Fund Donations
- UNICEF - Change for Good Charity Collection
Our company will continue to cultivate corporate citizenship activities
and be committed to making a consistent contribution to the well-
being of both Hong Kong citizens and the local community as a
whole.
Cited For Being A Loving & Caring Company
The "Airport Environmental Best Practice Competition
2004/2005" organized by the Hong Kong Airport
Authority, was celebrated on 22nd April 2005 at Regal
Hotel in the Hong Kong International Airport. CPCS
was awarded the "2004/2005 Airport Environmental
Best Practice Competition Merit Award" which
recognized our continuous efforts to protect and
conserve our environment.
In 2004, CPCS conducted several energy-saving projects,
such as implementation of a Ventilation Demand
Control at the staff canteen and installation of a Solar
Reduction Window Film at the tray-setting area. This
year, we installed T5 energy-saving light tubes in the
production area and implemented Ventilation Demand
Control Phase II at the fruit and cheese room, vegetable
preparation room and fruit preparation room.
Additionally, a heat exchanger was installed in the
steam boiler system. A feasibility study is being carried
out on reducing water waste by installing water flow
reducers on water taps.
As a member of Hong Kong society, CPCS is committed
to environmentally conscious development. We will
continue to take the initiative to address our
environmental responsibilities, study and implement
environmentally-friendly projects, to make our
environment a better place in which to live and work.
Energy Saving ProjectsWin AA Merit Award2004/2005
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It is certainly encouraging to know that Hong Kong has bounced back
and CPCS had the opportunity to be part of a very successful HOFEX
2005 held at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Center. This
year's culinary competition experienced its best participation in many
years with over 450 entries, the majority coming from overseas teams.
Seven chefs from CPCS participated in the "Hong Kong International
Culinary Classic (HKICC) 2005" from 10th to 13th May 2005. Two of
our chefs achieved success, with excellent culinary performances in the
Practical Hot Cooking Category of Modern Chinese Cuisine. We would
like to congratulate all our young team of chefs, and in particular Sam
Tam, Junior Sous Chef, who won a bronze medal with a dish called
"House Filled with Treasures" and Apprentice Chef, Gody Mak, who
also achieved a bronze medal with the dish named "Beef Stir-Fried with
Four Seasons Fruit"
Successful Return fromHOFEX 2005
Young chefs in many leading Asian hotels are finding innovative and
highly creative ways to use dairy foods in their cuisine, thanks to a
challenging food promotion known as The Black Box Competition.
The name refers to a mystery box of food ingredients. Chefs from
12 teams accepted the challenge of devising meals from the Black
Box, using only the foods in the box. Once open, the chefs used their
creative talents to come up with an innovative menu in just one hour.
The menu was then presented the following day to a panel of
international judges and was served at a gala dinner.
CPCS participated in the Black Box Competition sponsored by Meat
& Livestock Australia on 23rd -24th June 2005. The Competition
welcomed young chefs under 30 years of age from many leading local
and international hotels, clubs, restaurants and catering institutions.
Chef ApprenticesRacked upExperience in BlackBox Challenge
"It wasn't" just a Culinary Competition,
but also a Full Food and Beverage Services
Competition including a table setting.
Although we didn't win, we did win our
competence and confidence. It was a great
learning experience for them and I know
they gained tremendously from it.*said
Bobby Shum, our team Captain.
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Hong Kong Express Airways (UO)
The Hong Kong airline industry has turned a new page during
the second half of this year, with Hong Kong Express Airways
Limited (UO) becoming the fourth airline company based locally.
Formerly known as Helicopters Hong Kong Limited, which has
been providing a full range of helicopter services since 1997,
Hong Kong Express Airways commenced its first passenger flight
in September. UO is the first airline using the ERJ 170 aircraft
in the Asian region and currently provides four daily direct flights
between Hong Kong and Guangzhou and three daily flights
between Hong Kong and Hangzhou.
Welcome Four New Airlines toOur Growing Family of CustomersCPCS is pleased to announce that four airlines have joined CPCS as new customers
this year. The new airlines are Bangkok Airways, Palau Asia Pacific Air, Hong
Kong Express and Shenzhen Airlines, bringing the total number of our airline
customers to 32.
Bangkok Airways (PG)
Bangkok Airways (PG) became our first new airline customer
in 2005, with its inaugural flight on 22nd April 2005. Currently,
PG operates four weekly scheduled flights between Hong Kong
and Thailand's resort paradise of Koh Samui. Located at the
south of Thailand, Koh Samui, the largest amongst the hundreds
of islands in the calm, crystal seas of the Gulf of Thailand, is
renowned for its beautiful diving sites, snorkelling, sea-canoe
adventures and lovely beaches.
If you have an opportunity to board PG flights, during the meal
service you will surely be amazed to discover that all onboard
meal carts are decorated with colourful paintings. One gets a
glimpse of the Thai culture even at 30,000 feet in the sky!
Paula Asia Pacific Air
Palau is made up of about 200 islands, with only eight
permanently inhabited. Palau is located southeast
of the Philippines in the western Pacific Ocean and
enjoys a pleasantly warm climate year-round. Palau
is famous not just for its natural beauty, but is also
rated as one of the world's best diving destinations.
CPCS is pleased to have Palau Asia Pacific Air (0P) as
our airline customer. 0P started its inaugural flight
on 30th July this year. Currently, 0P operates two
flights per week, flying from Taiwan to Hong Kong
and on to Koror, the capital of the Republic of Palau.
Shenzhen Airlines (ZH)
Shenzhen Airlines (ZH) became our new airline
customer in September and is the first Mainland
based carrier that has established a business tie with
CPCS. Currently, ZH operates three weekly flights
between Hong Kong and Nanning. CPCS provides
top-up meals for its ex-HKG flights.
The first ZH flight touched down in Hong Kong on
10th September 2005. An inauguration ceremony
was held at the airport to officiate the start of its
CPCS service. Representatives from Shenzhen Airlines,
the Airport Authority and the media all gathered to
mark this memorable moment. Representing CPCS,
our Airline Account Manager, Mr Jackson Ng, offered
the inaugural flight crew a fruit basket to express
our best wishes for their success.
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As the gatekeeper of quality, hygiene and safety for
inflight catering services, CPCS took a proactive role in
mastering the supply chain quality control by introducing
the Supplier Performance Recognition Programme last
year. This programme encourages and promotes
continuous improvement from suppliers, by requiring
them to adhere tightly to CPCS's high performance
standards.
On 25th February 2005, CPCS presented the Best Supplier
Award 2004 to Amoy Food Ltd, and the Most Improved
Supplier 2004 to Angliss Hong Kong Food Services Ltd
(AHKFSL), in recognition of their outstanding
performance among all the suppliers of CPCS.
As explained by our General Manager, Mr Angus Barclay,
"The key to making good food is to start with good
ingredients. By recognizing the performance of suppliers,
this programme facilitates CPCS's efforts to safeguard,
in particular, food quality and hygiene standards of
meals provided to our valued customers. CPCS establishes
quality assurance in the supply chain of this evolving
marketplace."
Amoy and AnglissHonoured with CPCSAwards
As a world-class caterer focusing on service excellence and
quality, we require team players committed to quality
management. We launched our first Quality Day for all our
senior management on 8th April 2005 at the Clear Water
Bay Golf & Country Club. The Day was indeed a continuation
of the Service Culture Campaign. The primary goal of the
Day was to align quality measures within CPCS and act as a
great tool to link up with each other.
CPCS Concentrates onQuality Management
After Dr. Belbin's self-perception exercise, management felt
better able to understand their strengths and weaknesses in
the area of team-building. Management also shared its common
approach to quality measurement and supporting systems
among departments. With the assistance of management
consultant Mr. Raymond Yu, several current quality measures
were enhanced and refined. A half-day follow-up meeting
was held on 20th May to reach consensus on important
measurements. With this focus on driving our management
team to a higher level of performance, we ensure continuous
improvement in our quality products and services.
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Nine of our CPCS staff were blazes of fire at the CX Sports and Fun Day on
21st May 2005. It was CPCS*first participation in the CX Sports & Fun Day.
Nine members took part in 18 individual competitions and two relay races.
They reaped 3 gold medals, 5 silver medals and 3 bronze medals. On top
of the outstanding individual performances, CPCS also achieved satisfactory
overall results. We were first runner-up in the 4x100M Invitation Cup
Competition. And, we were second runner-up in the Departmental Overall
Ranking, only 6 points behind the first runner-up. Congratulations to CPCS'
athletes who have demonstrated ardent support to our Sports Team!
CPCS Athletes Win MedalsDespite First Time Participation
CPCS seeks to assist those who are less able to
help themselves. It has always been our pleasure
to support charity work whenever possible, and
on 6th July, 13th July, 21st July and 1st September,
CPCS sponsored food and beverage to the
Sunnyside Club.
Sunnyside Club is a registered charity
organization formed by employees of Cathay
Pacific Airways to look after the well-being of
handicapped children. The foundations of the
Club were laid in the early 1980's, when a small
group of cockpit crew members became involved
with the Sunnyside School for mentally and
physically handicapped children at Anderson
Road. They worked on various projects to help
the children. Initially, the group consisted of
only the cockpit crew members but gradually
increased as people from other departments
joined and made monthly contributions to the
Club. There are now over 700 people donating
to the Club each month and the Club's annual
budget is in excess of HKD$1.5 million. The Club
was incorporated as a charity on 7th August
1987, and is managed entirely by volunteers.
This year, the club organized four outings for
Sunnyside School, Po Kwong School, Pui Oi
School and the Hong Kong Down Syndrome
Association. After visiting the Cathay Pacific
City and the Government Flying Service, CPCS
provided food and beverage for over 60 children
and volunteers, to ensure they neither went
hungry nor thirsty. CPCS cares and concentrates
on the little extras that put smiles on the faces
of the children of Hong Kong.
As a "Caring Company" CPCS is devoted to participating in a variety
of charitable activities to show our concern for society. Not only do we
care for people in need in Hong Kong, but we also care for those living
in other parts of the world. For the second consecutive year, CPCS has
actively supported ORBIS --- a global humanitarian organization dedicated
to eliminating avoidable blindness in developing countries.
This year, CPCS made its contribution to ORBIS through CPCS*cabin crew
feedback questionnaire donation. For every completed survey we received
from the crew, CPCS donated US$1 to ORBIS. The result was 743
questionnaires collected and a donation by CPCS in the sum of HK$5,795.4
to the charity. Additionally, from 1st August 2005 to 31st October 2005,
a collection box was placed at our entrance to encourage charitable
donations from our colleagues. A first batch of HK$2,226.3 was collected.
Being a socially responsible corporation is always within our scope of
business. CPCS will definitely continue to collaborate with ORBIS to
help restore sight and provide a higher quality of life to people in
developing countries.
A Helping Hand toSunnyside Club
CPCS Joins Hands with ORBIS ...Brings Brightness to The World
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In the past two quarters, two campaigns covering different topics were held, to
remind Production staff to follow good hygiene practices. The staff showed great
interest in participating in the campaigns.
"Don't forget hand washing" {2nd Quarter}
An onsite briefing on the theme, *etter Hand Washing, Better Food Hygiene*was
given to each section and a poster was distributed afterwards as a reminder. A
number of tasks, including (i) blitz check, (ii) onsite quiz and (iii) hand swab, have
been implemented to evaluate the hand washing performance of each section. The
Japanese Kitchen was the winner of this campaign.
Eyes On Hygiene . . . Better Hygiene
"Work place food safety: Equipment and food storage"
{3rd Quarter}
A "Train The Trainer" program was given to all Chefs de Partie.
They became the trainers for their respective sections, and
undertook the responsibility for downloading the message of
*roper equipment and food storage*to their colleagues. In turn,
an on-site quiz was led by each section* Chef de Partie. The
Butchery, Japanese and Special Meal sections scored the highest
in this program.
"Risk of food contamination" is the topic of the up-coming
campaign {4th Quarter}. A series of videos will be provided to
the Production staff. It is believed that staff* hygiene concepts
can be reinforced under this kind of relaxing atmosphere. The
results will be significant!
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This year, CPCS applauded and welcomed two management
staff. Mr Philip Cocks and Ms Kalen Tang have been
appointed as Strategic Purchasing Manager and Purchasing
Manager, respectively.
New Management inPurchasing Department
Ms Kalen Tang
We are glad to welcome Ms Kalen Tang back to the CPCS
family in August as Purchasing Manager.
Kalen graduated from the University of Hong Kong in 1997,
with a Bachelor Degree in English Studies, and obtained an
MBA from the Hong Kong University of Science and
Technology in 2002. She joined CPCS as a management
trainee right after her graduation in 1997. After her two-
year training, she progressed through various departments,
but remained focused on the commercial front of the catering
business. "Working in the Business Improvement Department,
for example, I grasped the essential business management
tools and measurement systems required to run an airline
catering business. Then, I moved onto Deli Fresh, where I
applied all that I have learned to real practice." said Kalen.
She was promoted to Manager Deli Fresh, and had full
responsibility for running this CPCS subsidiary. "At Deli Fresh,
we always strive to be the most reliable supplier of the best
processed raw materials for airline meals. In particular, we
spend non-stop effort on hygiene, the most important factor
in airline catering."
In 2002, Kalen was tasked to develop the school meals
business. The business grew to 10,000 meals per day in 2004.
"It was a big challenge but a meaningful project. Now,
students in Hong Kong can enjoy high quality meals produced
by us!" remarks Kalen.
Mr Philip Cocks
Mr Philip Cocks joined CPCS on 8th August 2005.
Appointed as Strategic Purchasing Manager, Philip takes
the role of planning, developing and implementing the
best practices of purchasing competencies within CPCS
to ensure sustainable business performance and
improvements.
Philip obtained a degree in Cost Accounting at Wits
University in Johannesburg, South Africa, but decided to
pursue purchasing as his career. This has given him the
chance to acquire in-depth knowledge of supply chain
management and eBusiness practices. Philip has over 25
years of experience in purchasing with an international
background in blue chip companies, including RS
Components (UK), Raytheon Data Systems (Australia),
Unilever (South Africa), and Burns Philip (New Guinea).
Previously, he worked at Cathay Pacific Airways Ltd. in
Hong Kong as Manager of their Purchasing Development.
He was responsible for the development of purchasing
systems and processes.
Philip has written several papers and spoken at major
conferences in the UK and other countries in the world
on Strategic Purchasing and Supply Chain Management
topics. He is currently an Executive Committee member
of the Hong Kong branch of the Chartered Institute of
Purchasing and Supply (CIPS), one of the only two Hong
Kong based professional development assessors for CIPS.
Recently, he was invited to sit on the Business Advisory
Board at Lingnan University to assist in the design and
development of Supply Chain Management degree
courses.
Philip is married with two children and is interested in
hill walking, travelling, reading and sports. He was at
one time a professional soccer player in both Australia
and South Africa.
Kalen left CPCS in 2004 and joined Nestle Hong Kong Ltd, where she gained a broad understanding of Hong Kong's catering
market and the worldwide food industry. Enriched and refreshed, she feels ready to contribute again to airline catering
and accepts this new role of Purchasing Manager. Her responsibility is to increase value for our customers through cost-
effective and innovative purchasing of food, non-food, and services. She will be driving the entire Purchasing Team to
work towards best practice purchasing processes, under the directions of Mr Philip Cocks, Strategic Purchasing Manager.
Despite the foreseeable hectic life, Kalen feels assured and enthusiastic because she is surrounded by good friends and
people whom she respects. Their support is always her driving force behind her striving for top achievement.
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Appointments
Cathay Pacific Catering Services, Hong KongMr. Cheung Chin Choi Appointed as Chinese Cuisine Consultant (Apr 05)
Ms. Wings Mok Appointed as Marketing & Customer Services Manager (Dec 04)
Mr. Kenny Lau Promoted to Quality Assurance Manager (Nov 04)
Management Movements
Improvement and enhancement projects have been carriedout at Vietnam Air Caterers to handle the increasingdemand for inflight catering services. We have expandedthe facility in the Ware-wash Section by adding an additionaldishwasher line to its current layout. This new line has anintegrated cutlery wash belt. To further enhance ouroperational effectiveness and efficiency, two new Hi-loaderscame into operation in September, making for a total fleetof 15.
In August, Singapore Airlines (SQ) extended their cateringcontract with VAC. Previously, 5 SQ morning flights weredouble-catered by Singapore whilst VAC catered only todaily afternoon flights. Under the new agreement, VACwill supply meals to all 12 SQ flights departed from Ho ChiMinh City. This shows a significant growth in our business.
In addition to ISO 9001:2000 / HACCP / 5S, the companyhas been accredited with OHS 18000 from an externalauditing company, BVQI. This accreditation acknowledgesour commitment to fostering a healthy and safe workingenvironment for all our staff.
To share in the joy with CPCS Hong Kong at the same time,VAC is delighted to receive the "Overseas Best Caterer -Silver Prize" presented by All Nippon Airways (NH). Thisprize again reinforces the high quality catering productsand services that VAC continues to provide to all itscustomers. VAC is committed to continuous improvementwith a view to achieving greater success in future.
Vietnam Air Caterers
Holding on for the last quarter of the year, Cebu Pacific CateringServices, Inc. has been riding the strain of the Philippine economy. Prime commodities have risen because of the scarcity of oil inthe world market. Fuel prices have continued to be sky-high.
Yet, CPCS-Cebu is pleased to state that operations are improvingnow that our systems have been refined towards HACCPCertification. Orientation took place last November 2004. InDecember 2004, we celebrated the First Family Day with anannual Christmas Party within unit grounds. Children wererunning around and participative during games and enjoyedtheir prizes. A singing contest was likewise held for the adults. Of course, a sumptuous dinner and giveaways topped theevening. During the summer, the staff enjoyed the break witha beach outing.
Additional chartered flights from Cebu Pacific Air, Far Easternand Philippine Airlines came in the months of July and Augustthis year. Despite the challenging situation CPCS-Cebu hasplunged into, we are confident that we will ride the tide andbe on par with other airline caterers.
Cebu PacificCatering Services
CPCS-CEBU HACCP TEAM
CSL Catering Services Toronto is pleased to share with you that business has been running smoothly with the recent addition ofseveral new customers.
Air India commenced its service to Toronto in May this year and CSL succeeded in establishing a business partnership with theairline. Currently, Air India operates three B772 flights weekly from Toronto through Birmingham to Amritsar in India. Theairline will continue to expand its service by adding three additional flights this December, making for a total of six flights weekly.
Additionally, in May, Starbucks began offering a lunch program in their Toronto and surrounding area stores. Currently, over140 stores offer such a lunch program. For this program, CLS produces approximately 10 different menu items daily, consistingof gourmet sandwiches, salads, and fruit or cheese plates.
On 31st Oct 2005, Etihad Airways began its service from Toronto to Abu Dubai through Brussels. CLS provides catering servicesfor all classes in the A332 flights which operate three times a week.
A new Toronto-based carrier, Sunwing Airlines, begins its first revenue flight from Toronto on 17th November this year. Thestart-up fleet consists of two B738 aircraft, with further expansion of long-haul carriers planned for spring 2006.
Our business environment is full of challenges and difficulties that are sometimes unforeseeable. CLS Catering Services Torontopledges to definitely step-up our efforts to prepare for any such changes.
CSL CateringServices Toronto