Savona Foodservice targets 15% year-on-year growth

Savona Foodservice has announced an ambitious target to increase its turnover by 15% year on year.

This follows a strong performance in the year ended 31 August 2024, when the wholesaler increased turnover by 12% to £56.25 million and profit before tax from £1.03 million to £1.34 million.

The company has recently opened its new, extended premises in Barking, which replace a smaller warehouse in the town. This has allowed the wholesaler to increase its stockholding of key lines so that it can service more companies in London and the South East.

Savona also recently renovated its headquarters in Kidlington, Oxford, to incorporate a state-of-the-art development kitchen. “This is a fantastic addition to the Savona service as customers are welcome to use the kitchen for developing, training for their teams, as well as sampling new products from the extensive products offered by Savona. We’ve already hosted key customers and well-known chef Thom Bateman,” said a company spokesperson.

In addition, Savona now offers an extended range of fresh produce thanks to new partnerships with Torquay-based Frank H Mann and London-based Valimex. The agreement with these partners means that fresh produce, including prepped veg, is available for next-day delivery as long as a customer orders before 4pm. The range comprises more than 200 lines of salad, fruit, vegetables and herbs.

The product and service enhancements have been reinforced by revitalised branding, and Savona has launched a new website at savona.co.uk. A digital shop window that existing and prospective customers reach first before going on to the ecommerce site, the new website is designed to be a showcase for Savona’s ‘uncompromising standards’ and personal service.

“These recent developments are exciting milestones in Savona’s growth as we strive to continually add value for our customers,” the spokesperson added.

Savona is focused on making sure that its service and product catalogue work for the five key sectors of care, education, hospitality, leisure and workplace. In addition to its Oxford and Barking depots, the wholesaler has a warehouse in Ilfracombe, Devon.

On 11 March, the company will hold its 2025 Annual Exhibition at Sandy Park, Exeter. More than 100 suppliers are attending, and Country Range Group will be showcasing its extensive product range. There will also be chef demonstrations, including a guest appearance by Andy Cullum, the iddsi guy ltd, who is committed to ensuring that individuals with swallowing difficulties receive the appropriate texture-modified foods and thickened liquids.