Gavin Dodd, Managing Director of A. Ronai talks about growing a small company into a powerhouse since 1947.
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A.Ronai
Gavin Dodd, Managing Director of A. Ronai talks about growing a small company into a powerhouse since 1947.
Tel: +971 4 341 4409 • Email: enquiries@ronai.ae • Web: www.ronai.ae
When was your company established?
A. Ronai Limited was established in the UK in 1947, with A. Ronai (Eastern) Ltd following in 1961. A sister concern, dedicated to the Middle East, was set up in 2001.
How many people do you employ?
We currently employ just under 100 people.
What is your annual turnover?
This year we are on target to increase our turnover by 20% as compared to our performance last year.
What’s your company vision?
Simply put, it’s our vision to be the best at what we do. We want our customers to be confident that we will provide the best levels of service, from initial enquiry right through to after-sales. Whether it’s an order for a dozen egg cups or 10,000 suits, our experienced and dedicated team is positioned to handle it.
What are your core products and services for the hospitality industry?
Our expertise lies in making uniforms, which is our core product. This is partly due to the large volume of contracts that we proudly hold to date. Our wide range of products in our uniform catalogue is quite sought-after. Also, we have a prominent tabletop division, representing some of the world’s leading brands including Steelite International, Oneida, Glass & Co, Borgonovo and Genware. This year we’ve been delighted to add F. Dick knives, and Mitchell Cooper products to our exceptional range.
What other news is there from your company?
The big news from A. Ronai LLC this year has been the launch of our new catalogue Uniforms by Ronai. Designed and manufactured in the Middle East, the comprehensive range of corporate wear offers potential customers the solutions to all their uniform needs.
As well as expanding our existing range of chefs wear, the catalogue includes brand new suiting and shirting ranges, work wear, spa and hospitality garments as well as our brand new ‘Builder’ range. These allow our customers to help design their own styles.
What is your best seller?
The best seller from our tabletop offering is the ‘Craft’ range from Steelite. Inspired by hand-crafted, country wares, this versatile product has proven to be a big hit with customers all over the world.
It offers a rustic look, but with all the warranties and durability expected from a Steelite product.
From our uniform range, the Tunbridge Wells chef jacket continues to be our most popular style, so this year we have introduced a new ‘black’ edition, which co-ordinates perfectly with our new range of black pinstripe trousers and aprons.
Did you know?
A. Roni provided uniforms for Emirates Airlines and Dubai Duty Free.
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