NPD Direct Ltd is a food consultancy operating in UK, Europe, North America and Australia providing inspiration and support to food brands, retailers and manufacturers – from blue sky concepts to process and brand management. A passion for food runs through the very heart of NPD Direct and our three main areas of focus are: Create Culinary R&D is the backbone of NPD Direct, our creative team work around the world providing clients with insight-driven, on-trend creative culinary concepts fit for commercial production Make Our team of technical managers, process developers and manufacturing systems experts ensure appropriate processes are applied to deliver commercially successful, and food safe, products. Sell We work with a number of overseas brands to manage their entry and business development with UK retailers. Our commercial and consumer insight team manage a broad portfolio of products with the top five UK supermarkets. We also provide advice and support for UK brands and manufacturers wishing to enter international markets across continental Europe, USA and Australia. NPD Direct’s range of services provides a truly unique offer. Our team of industry experts manage the whole spectrum from chef inspired food concepts through to commercial delivery. Based in Spalding, Lincolnshire, the company supports client activity with an R&D studio as well as a 3000sq ft pilot plant facility for small scale manufacture.