FWD invites nominations for Wholesale Stars awards
The FWD has launched a new set of awards for people who are developing their skills through apprenticeships, training or academic study with the support of their employer. The Wholesale […]
Country Range relaunches apple pie to be vegan friendly
Country Range Group has revamped the recipe for its Deep Dish Bramley Apple Pie so that it is now suitable for vegans. Made using Irish Bramley apples and vegan pastry […]
SPAR launches second UK-wide Community Cashback Scheme
Following the success of its £100,000 Community Cashback Scheme last year, SPAR is repeating the programme this year, giving grants to local organisations and charities. Starting on 1 February, shoppers […]
Tayto promotes Mr Porky Crispy Strips as protein-packed snack
To support the growth of Mr Porky Crispy Strips, Tayto is investing in a four-week digital campaign starting in February. The initiative, which is designed to reach millions of sports […]
KP Snacks unveils McCoy’s Epic Eats in two bold flavours
KP Snacks has introduced McCoy’s Epic Eats in two varieties: Nacho Cheese and Spicy Salsa. Available from 20 February, the McCoy’s Epic Eats range is designed to excite the category […]
Bestway Wholesale sees 11% rise in turnover and 90% uplift in profits
Bestway Wholesale achieved an 11% rise in turnover to £2.94 billion in the year ended 30 June 2022, while profit before tax increased by 90% to £70.8 million. “The increase […]
Mentos Fanta wins Product of the Year
After its launch by Perfetti Van Melle in summer 2022, Mentos Fanta has been awarded Product of the Year 2023. Previous Product of the Year winners on average see sales […]
Parfetts expands team to support retailers
Parfetts has expanded its team to support retailers. Three new regional managers have been appointed to lead a network of 25 regional development advisors and four store development managers. The […]
AF Blakemore appoints Odeon Cinemas MD Carol Welch as CEO
AF Blakemore & Son has appointed Carol Welch as chief executive. She will join the business in April, succeeding Jerry Marwood who is leaving to focus more time on his […]
Sysco GB extends partnership with City Harvest
Sysco companies Fresh Direct and Wild Harvest have joined Brakes’ London depot in forming a new partnership with emergency food charity City Harvest to provide surplus food to vulnerable groups. […]
Mevalco links with restaurateurs and retailers to promote Spanish cuisine
Ten leading restaurateurs and several retailers have joined forces with Spanish food importer and wholesaler Mevalco and Asturias government’s international trade body Asturex to bring a range of specialist goods […]
Country Range Group smashes fundraising target
The Country Range Group’s member wholesalers and central office team helped to raise £186,190 for various national and local charities as part of the organisation’s 30th anniversary celebrations. The group’s initial […]
