ETP welcomes Finlay Beverages as a new member

The Ethical Tea Partnership (ETP), the global membership organisation working to improve the lives those who depend on tea for their livelihoods, is delighted to welcome Finlay Beverages, the UK’s leading own-brand partner in tea and coffee, as its newest member.

As a trusted supplier to many of the world’s most recognised retailers and beverage brands, Finlay Beverages brings extensive experience and influence across the global tea supply chain, adding valuable scale and perspective to ETP’s work. As well as collaborating to develop new and effective ways to address industry challenges, Finlay Beverages will contribute to ETP’s programmes that help tackle pressing human rights issues – from improving livelihoods to addressing inequality and deforestation – helping to strengthen ETP’s collective impact. 

Welcoming Finlay Beverages, Martin Short, CEO of ETP, said:

“We are very pleased to welcome Finlay Beverages to ETP. Their long-standing commitment to responsible sourcing and sustainability aligns closely with our mission. As a respected industry leader with strong connections across the tea and coffee value chain, their participation will strengthen our shared effort to create lasting, positive change.”

Andy Bulman, managing director, Finlay Beverages, added:

“At Finlay Beverages, we have long believed that partnership and shared responsibility are essential to driving meaningful progress in our industry. Joining ETP gives us the opportunity to work alongside peers to help build a more responsible and equitable tea supply chain – one that improves the lives of tea workers and communities. ETP’s work and values closely reflect our own commitment to turning challenges into opportunities and we are honoured to be part of this collective effort.”

Recognising the importance of collaboration to transform the future of tea, ETP invites other businesses to join its network. Membership offers access to expert guidance on responsible business practices, opportunities to collaborate throughout the supply chain and the chance to deliver measurable impact through ETP’s global programmes. By becoming a member of ETP, companies can play a pivotal role in shaping the future of tea production while enhancing their own responsible business practices. 

For information on how to become an ETP member, please contact [email protected].