Co-op warns that 60,000 small shops at risk without business rates relief
The Co-op has warned that 60,000 small shops and 150,000 jobs could disappear without urgent business rates reform. New research from Co-op reveals that 77% of small high street shop […]
Country Range launches Steam Cooked Chicken Wings
With chicken wings now a regular feature on street food, pub, restaurant and fast-food menus, Country Range has launched a new, innovative range of Steam Cooked Chicken Wings. The wings […]
Parfetts’ online orders surpass 50% of total sales
Parfetts has passed another milestone in its digital growth, with online orders consistently accounting for more than half of total sales. The split currently stands at 40% web and 60% […]
Booker continues development of own-brand catering portfolio
Booker is continuing the development of its own-brand catering portfolio with the relaunch of its sauces and dressings. This follows the introduction of new branding and three price tiers: Chef’s […]
The Wholesale Group visits members to showcase CHEF Approved range
The Wholesale Group has launched a UK-wide tour to visit its members and showcase its CHEF Approved own-brand range. Clocking up the miles in ‘Mabel’, the group’s branded Volkswagen ID […]
Pricecheck partners with OSHEE Hydration Drinks to expand availability
International wholesaler and distributor Pricecheck has announced a UK distribution partnership with OSHEE Hydration Drinks, one of Europe’s leading sports and vitamin drinks brands. Effective from 10 October 2025, Pricecheck […]
JJ Foodservice to open eight new branches in next five years
JJ Foodservice is to open a new depot in the Midlands next year, one of eight new branches it is planning to open in the next five years. Speaking at […]
Co-op Wholesale appoints ex-Booker Martin Swadling as customer director
Co-op Wholesale has appointed Martin Swadling, formerly customer director of Booker, as its own customer director. The high-profile appointment signals Co-op Wholesale’s intent to deliver a market-leading proposition, operational excellence […]
Birchall Foodservice promotes Steve Chadwick to sales director
Birchall Foodservice has promoted Steve Chadwick to sales director. This follows a promotion to head of sales & marketing in April this year. Chadwick (pictured) joined Birchalls in 2014 as […]
Bidfood reveals the trends expected to shape 2026 out-of-home market
Bidfood has revealed the food and drink trends it expects to shape the out-of-home market in 2026. A survey of 2,000 UK adults and 100 chefs, conducted by CGA and […]
Filshill achieves an increase in profit on stable turnover
Glasgow-based wholesaler JW Filshill saw turnover remain stable – in line with the overall market trend – at £214 million in the year ending 31 January 2025. Operating profit increased […]
KP Snacks’ on-pack promotion marks Butterkist partnership with Wicked
KP Snacks has announced the return of its silver-screen partnership between Butterkist and Universal Pictures’ conclusion to the global cinematic Wicked phenomenon, Wicked: For Good. Kicking off at the end […]
