Steelite

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Overview

Steelite International manufactures and supplies tabletop, buffet, and lighting products for the hospitality industry, specializing in ceramic, metal, glass, wood, and melamine items.¹²³ Headquartered in Stoke-on-Trent, it focuses on functionality and design for global hospitality markets.²

History

Steelite International Limited was incorporated on 4 February 1983 as a private limited company.¹³ It previously operated as Steelite International PLC until 2016.¹ In June 2024, it acquired Utopia Tableware Ltd to expand in key geographies and categories.²

Product Lines

Product Line	Positioning	Price Range
Alton (vitreous porcelain dinnerware)	durable hospitality tableware	$150 - $800
Craft (handcrafted-inspired plates)	premium aesthetic dinnerware	$200 - $1,000
Tilda (stackable porcelain)	versatile banqueting ware	$150 - $700
Anato (ergonomic coupe shapes)	modern fine dining	$250 - $1,200
Buffet display serveware	food presentation solutions	$100 - $600

Manufacturing

Products are manufactured in Stoke-on-Trent, England, at facilities including Orme Street in Burslem.¹²³ The company handles in-house production of ceramic items classified under SIC 23490.¹

Notable Products

Alton Range - Vitreous porcelain dinnerware known for chip resistance in high-volume settings.
Craft Collection - Hand-finished porcelain with textured glazes for upscale hospitality.
Tilda Stackable - Rolled edge porcelain optimized for banqueting and storage efficiency.
Anato Coupe - Ergonomic plate shapes designed for fine dining presentation.
Distribute Buffetware - Modular displays for hotel and catering buffets.

Reputation

Steelite is regarded by hospitality professionals for durable, design-focused tableware suited to demanding environments.² Strengths include material innovation and UK manufacturing heritage; some note higher pricing compared to mass-produced alternatives.³

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