The continued expansion of our business has meant we have outgrown our existing office space, which in itself five years ago seemed positively palatial! So we have moved to larger premises adjacent to our current offices with effect from September 14th 2009. The new offices, in a very modern environment, give more meeting/training rooms, better reception and work facilities and stunning views over the the Vale of York and the Yorkshire Wolds. Customers are welcome to visit us at any time. All phone numbers (01423 878 878) and fax numbers (01423 878 870) remain the same. The new address is The Inspire, Hornbeam Park, Harrogate HG2 8PA
We are delighted to announce the appointment of Susan Mallin as our new Food Sector Manager.
Susan has a wealth of experience in the Food Sector having worked in manufacturing, auditing and latterly in “Compliance” for a major retailer for the last several years.
In that role she has helped develop systems and schemes that enhanced Food Safety and has been a prominent contributor to the development of the BRC range of Standards.
Susan joins us at a particularly exciting time as our Food Sector expands its offerings to retailers, manufacturers and primary producers alike.
Susan can be contacted on 01423 878 878 or email sue.mallin@thepaigroup.com
PAI announces a strategic partnership with specialist fish sector certification body, Food Certification International. Press release (PDF, opens in a new window).
PAI gains the prestigious English Beef and Lamb (EBLEX) audit contract.
Marks and Spencer launch their M&STRAK scheme powered by PAI's Pyramid™ Supply Chain Information Services.
PAI appointed official EU Inspection Body for the authentication of Melton Mowbray Pork Pies. PDO/PGI Scheme
Earlier news...
Agriculture Industry Confederation (AIC) re-appoint for a further three years PAI as the certification body for their very important TASCC Scheme.
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) appoint PAI to be the assessment and certification body for their prestigious Processor Scheme.
PAI are appointed by Assured Chicken Production (ACP) to undertake assessments and certification for their Scheme.
PAI receive their 400th certification application for the AIC Fertiliser Industry Assurance Scheme (FIAS).
PAI gain EN45011/ISO Guide 65 accreditation by UKAS for Genesis Poultry module.
Janette Parker promoted to PAI General Manager.
PAI offers International Food Standard (IFS) certification.
PAI starts roll-out of its Pyramid™ Supply Chain Information System to major retailers and their suppliers.
PAI undertakes its first poultry audits in Brazil, for a major customer supplying UK retailers.
PAI undertakes its first audits of the AIC Fertiliser Industry Assurance Scheme FIAS.
FEMAS is now in full compliance with the International Feed Ingredients Standard IFIS.
ABM, ACCS, and AP approve PAI as one of their panel of certifiers.
Steady growth of interest and activity in AIC's FIAS Fertiliser Industry Assurance Scheme. PAI starts issuing the first certificates and is involved in FIAS workshops where delegates are given guidance on how to comply with the scheme's requirements.
PAI certificates the first company for the FEMAS Responsible Sourcing Module (covering the supply of Brazilian soya, and including issues of worker welfare, environment and sustainability).
AIC Fertiliser Assurance Scheme launched.
PAI certifies its 350th FEMAS site.
PAI gains accreditation for the Assured UK Malt scheme. more details
AIC appoints PAI to develop Fertiliser Assurance Scheme. more details
PAI has central input into the development of the International Feed Safety Alliance Standard IFIS for the safe supply of animal feed materials.
PAI launches its International Food Chain Security Standard.
PAI appoints two new partners in China and Greece, thus extending its global footprint.
PAI reports 40% year-on growth.
PAI appointed as UK inspection body for FLO-Cert, Fairtrade Labelling Organizations International. Fairtrade.net
PAI opts for inclusion in the UKAS Pilot Schemes for the certification of LEAF Scheme Linking Environment And Farming and ISO 22000.
PAI appointed to develop an accredited Certification Scheme for UK Maltsters. more details
PAI completes first twelve months as certifier and registrar of the AIC Trade Assurance Scheme for Storage of Combinable Crops. TASCC
PAI involved in discussions with the Cabinet Office to extend the use of its well-developed assurance scheme for re-cycled used cooking oil.
PAI appoints Linda Campbell OBE (ex-chief executive of UKAS) as its Chairperson.