Genware
Since 1965, Genware has been synonymous with quality tableware and catering equipment in the UK hospitality industry. The brand is part of Neville UK, a family-owned and independently managed business headquartered in Erith, Kent, that has spent nearly 60 years building trusted relationships with culinary institutions across the UK, Ireland and Europe. Genware has always focused on solving real problems in commercial kitchens, such as durability under stress, consistency across production runs, and the ability to replace individual items without replacing entire sets. Yet the company has also recognised that modern hospitality demands more than purely functional tableware. Chefs and operators want design choice, and for their restaurants to feel cohesive. This tension between durability and design has shaped everything Genware produces.
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Built to Last
Genware crockery is engineered for the demands of commercial foodservice. Most of the range is produced from fully vitrified porcelain, fired at high temperatures (typically around 1320°C) to create a strong, non-porous ceramic body. This results in extremely low water absorption, supporting hygiene standards, resisting bacterial growth and retaining heat effectively. The fully vitrified structure also delivers excellent thermal shock resistance, allowing Genware pieces to move safely between freezers, ovens, hot food stations and commercial dishwashers without cracking or crazing. To further reduce breakage and replacement costs, selected ranges feature rolled edges for improved chip resistance, with some premium lines carrying a five-year edge chip warranty. All Genware ceramics meet or exceed BS 4034 standards for vitrified hotelware, covering durability, thermal shock resistance and hygiene, and are suitable for oven, microwave, freezer and dishwasher use.
Key Collections
Genware offers a broad and evolving portfolio covering both front and back-of-house needs, with approximately 400 new product lines launched each year.
Highlighted collections include:
- Terra Porcelain: A flagship range inspired by natural materials, featuring reactive and matte glazes so no two pieces are exactly alike.
- Royal Genware: Classic white crockery with impact-resistant glaze and traditional hotelware shapes.
- Hotelware & Core Ranges: Clean, versatile white porcelain collections.
Why Choose Genware?
Genware is trusted by hospitality professionals for its consistent performance, design flexibility and strong value proposition across a wide range of service styles.
Operators choose Genware for:
- Proven durability in demanding commercial environments
- A balance of classic and contemporary design options
- Extensive product coverage across front and back-of-house
- Strong value for money and reduced replacement costs