Contract caterer Elior UK has secured a six-year contract with Scotland's Dundee United Football Club to take over all hospitality and catering services at Tannadice Park, the home of the football club since 1909.

Elior will introduce updated menus and service delivery technology with a focus on quality.

Significant capital investment is planned to enhance the front-of-house as well as back-of-house facilities at the club.

Elior's commitment extends to supporting the local economy by sourcing fresh Scottish produce and establishing partnerships with local suppliers. This initiative aligns with the company's focus on community engagement.

Dundee United Football Club commercial head Mark Cunningham stated: “We’re excited to be working with Elior on what is the club’s largest-ever commercial agreement. Their expertise in delivering exceptional catering at top venues makes them the ideal partner as we uplevel our matchday experience.

“From fresh, modern spaces to elevated food and drink offerings, including the return of Tennents to Tannadice, this collaboration marks a major step forward for the club and our supporters. It’s a transformational moment for hospitality at Dundee United.”

The contract caterer will begin its services at the club in July 2025, in preparation for upcoming summer events and the forthcoming football season.

Elior UK stadia managing director Craig Stewart stated: “Over the coming weeks and months, we’ll be collaborating with the club to develop innovative food offers that will elevate the matchday experience.”

In April 2024, Elior launched new autonomous delivery robots to deliver food to students' rooms at the University of Roehampton in London.

Elior catered to students at the campus restaurants of the university and observed that many favoured the simplicity and convenience of ordering takeout directly to their residence halls.