Nores Day 2025 — Nores Sweden celebrates 25 years

When Nores Sweden celebrated 25 years, this year's Nores Day became something very special. During a day filled with inspiration, meetings and celebrations, members, suppliers and partners gathered in Stockholm to share knowledge, create new relationships and pay tribute to this year's laureates.

The day began at Stockholmsmässan, where Noresforum offered inspiring lectures and Noresmessan attracted a record number of exhibitors and visitors. The evening ended with a grand gala dinner at Stockholm City Hall — a memorable and grand celebration of Nore's 25th anniversary in Sweden.

A holistic concept in three steps

Noresdagen 2025 was built as a three-stage rocket: Inspiration and knowledge on Noresforum, meetings and business at Nores Fair and celebration and fellowship during gala dinner at City Hall.

This year's theme, “From performance to communication”, highlighted the importance of understanding, clear communication and collaboration in an industry characterised by diversity and high tempo.

“Celebrating 25 years in Sweden is both a milestone and a reminder of how much we have grown together. Nores is about people -- about relationships, community and development. During this year's Nores Day, we wanted to show that our strength lies in cooperation, in inspiring each other and creating a sustainable future together,” says Marianne Lund, CEO of Nores.

Inspiration, meetings and sustainability in focus

This year's Noresforum was hosted by Charbel Gabro, one of Sweden's most awarded lecturers, who shared her story about diversity and inclusion with warmth, humour and seriousness. Nore's own representatives, CEO Marianne Lund, Purchasing Director Rainer Engman and purchasing advisor Jonas Lindh, offered flashbacks on Nore's 25 years in Sweden and followed up with concrete tips for smart purchases.

A record number of exhibitors attended the Nores fair, and sustainability was a common thread. Together with Generation Waste, Food Mission and Garbage Kitchen, all surplus food was used — a concrete example of how Nores puts sustainability into practice.

The evening at City Hall was a highlight. With Jens Dolk as a conference host, live music by Isac and the Soul Machine and a festive atmosphere in Blå Hallen, the gala was an unforgettable experience that set the stage for a day filled with pride, community and faith in the future.

Award Ceremony — Celebration of Commitment and Collaboration

One of many highlights of the gala dinner was the awards ceremony, where members and vendors alike are praised for their efforts.

Booth of the Year —Arla

This year's stand is voted on by the visitors during the fair. The exhibitors are judged on criteria such as creativity, innovation and sustainability — and in order to win, the supplier must have completed the course “Reducing Food Waste Fair”, developed by Norwegian Matvett and adapted for the Swedish market by Generation Waste.

“Incredibly fun to be with all the members of Nores during the 25th anniversary. We wanted to elevate our lovely Swedish dairy products with a modern and messy touch. Many thanks to Desireé Jacks and Emil Persson from the Swedish Kockland Team for planning a thoughtful menu. And of course, many thanks to all visitors. This gives us extra energy, and we'll try to top that next year. '
---- Héctor Hernández, KAM Arla Foods

Star of the Year— Anna Källa, Grand Hotel Lund & Hotel Lundia

The Star of the Year award is awarded for the second time. An award that hangs high, as it is individuals nominated by the members themselves. This year the award went to Anna Källa from Grand Hotel Lund and Hotel Lundia.

This year's star is a clear source of inspiration for his employees. Through strong commitment, mentoring and thoughtfulness, the winner has lifted both facility and staff to new heights. Leadership exudes humility, drive and joy — something that is emphasized time and time again by colleagues.

“I am incredibly grateful that my amazing colleagues nominated me and to the jury for the award. It means an awful lot to me. I am grateful to work with such inspiring and engaged people every day in an industry I love.”
---- Anna Källa, Hotel Director Grand Hotel Lund and Hotel Lundia

Member of the Year — Hotel Mossbylund

The Member of the Year award is presented to celebrate the commitment of our members -- and to jointly strengthen the community and pride of being part of the Nores family.

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Member of the Year has shown great loyalty in working on Nores agreements, is active in Buy at Nores and has an exemplary ability to network with other members. As great ambassadors for Nores, they contribute to a strong community and inspiration within the network.

“We are extremely happy and grateful for this award. Our membership in Nores has given us a fantastic network and secure purchasing channels that have been critical to our success. Looking forward to many years together.”
---- Ingrid Svensson, CEO Hotel Mossbylund

Non Food Delivery Manager of the Year - Spis & Servis
The Non Food Supplier of the Year goes to a group that proves that service is not just a word — it's a lifestyle! They solve everything — with a twinkle in their eye, a yes on their lips and a delivery that always sits as it should. With creativity, energy and presence, they make every customer feel like number one. In short — they don't just deliver goods, they deliver feeling!

“We are incredibly honoured and delighted to receive, for the second time, the Non Food Supplier of the Year award in Nores. Receiving this award just this year feels extra special, as Nores celebrates 25 years and the framing was absolutely stunning.
For us, service is not just about fast deliveries, but just as much about building relationships, building trust and always doing that little extra.
Having our customers experience our energy, creativity and presence means a lot to our entire team.”
---- Martin Herrström, CEO Kitchen Stove & Servis

Beverage Supplier of the Year — Johan Lidby Vinhandel

Johan Lidby Vinhandel took home the award as Beverage Supplier of the Year for the second year in a row.

The beverage supplier of the year is a bunch who don't just say “Now let's go!” They mean it! They drive with full speed and enthusiasm all the way out to all of us in Nores. Whatever the challenge, they deliver - fast, stylish and with quality!

“Receiving the award for the second year in a row is an extra honour! In addition to being both fun and rewarding to work with Nores, we are grateful that you continually challenge us to deliver the highest quality — something we will continue to do.”
---- Johan Eklund, Sales Manager Johan Lidby Vinhandel

Food Supplier of the Year — Johan i Hallen & Bergfalk

The price goes to a supplier who has had gas at rock bottom for the past few years! With innovation, durability and quality that impresses — and a genuine sense of customer needs — they have made great strides forward and become an obvious favourite of the Nores family.

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“We feel incredibly honored! Since the award is voted on by all members, it is an important confirmation that we are successful in what we do, throughout our organization.
Now we are really excited to continue developing together with the Nores family.”
---- Niklas Unnebo, KAM Johan i Hallen & Bergfalk

“A big thank you to all our suppliers for your creativity, energy and care in every detail. You make the Nores fair a highlight — and show what a strong collaboration we have in the Nores family,” says Rainer Engman, Purchasing Director at Nores.

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