Unitas reports death of ‘pioneering force’ Dudley Ramsden

Unitas reports death of ‘pioneering force’ Dudley Ramsden

Date: January 31, 2025Leave a comment

Dudley Ramsden, who was instrumental in establishing the Ramsden Group of Companies, Nisa Retail, and the Today’s Group, has died at the age of 81. Described as a pioneering force in […]

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Blakemore sees sales decline but EBITDA rise by 52%

Blakemore sees sales decline but EBITDA rise by 52%

Date: January 30, 2025Leave a comment

AF Blakemore & Son saw sales decline from £1.24 billion to £1.18 billion for the 2023/24 financial year. However, positive actions on high margin categories and cost control meant that […]

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Caterforce officially launches Price Hub

Caterforce officially launches Price Hub

Date: January 28, 2025Leave a comment

Caterforce has officially launched its new pricing and promotions platform, Price Hub. The custom-built solution was developed in partnership with TWC and aims to streamline pricing and promotions management. Price […]

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Kellanova launches Pringles Steak as convenience exclusive

Kellanova launches Pringles Steak as convenience exclusive

Date: January 27, 2025Leave a comment

Kellanova has introduced a Flame Grilled Steak variety of Pringles as a convenience channel exclusive. This decision is aligned to the brand’s strong performance across symbols and independents – now […]

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SPAR launches White Toastie loaf

SPAR launches White Toastie loaf

Date: January 27, 2025Leave a comment

SPAR has launched a White Toastie thick sliced loaf, complementing the medium sliced option introduced in February 2024. With own-label bread sales on the rise and thick sliced bread gaining […]

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Brakes introduces Enchanted Bakery range

Brakes introduces Enchanted Bakery range

Date: January 27, 2025Leave a comment

Brakes has launched a new range of high quality, handmade tray cakes under the exclusive Enchanted Bakery brand. The range was developed following research that showed foodservice businesses wanted a […]

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Bestway announces Costcutter partnership with James Retail

Bestway announces Costcutter partnership with James Retail

Date: January 27, 2025Leave a comment

Bestway Retail, part of Bestway Wholesale, has announced a new long-term partnership with James Retail – the 40-strong convenience and travel interchange operator owned by experienced retailer Jonathan James. The […]

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Northern Ireland based Golden Glen joins Sterling Supergroup

Northern Ireland based Golden Glen joins Sterling Supergroup

Date: January 23, 2025Leave a comment

Golden Glen, located in Northern Ireland, has joined Sterling Supergroup. Golden Glen was established over 40 years ago, selling and distributing to the fish frying trade in the greater Belfast […]

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Swizzels introduces limited-edition Squashies Love Hearts

Swizzels introduces limited-edition Squashies Love Hearts

Date: January 22, 2025Leave a comment

Swizzels has introduced Squashies Love Hearts as a limited-edition product in time for Valentine’s Day. Offering a twist on two classics, the new product combine Squashies’ signature soft texture with […]

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The Wholesale Group shares vision and ambitions with suppliers

The Wholesale Group shares vision and ambitions with suppliers

Date: January 21, 2025Leave a comment

The Wholesale Group shared its bold ambitions and vision with suppliers at a recent briefing in London. The event attracted more than 50 channel directors plus 150 representatives from leading […]

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JJ Foodservice has new acquisitions in sight

JJ Foodservice has new acquisitions in sight

Date: January 21, 2025Leave a comment

JJ Foodservice is stepping up its efforts to secure new acquisitions, targeting opportunities across various foodservice sectors to broaden its scope and strengthen its offering for caterers. The approach is […]

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James Hall adds four new meals to Clayton Park Bakery range

James Hall adds four new meals to Clayton Park Bakery range

Date: January 18, 2025Leave a comment

James Hall & Co has announced the launch of four new ready meals under its Clayton Park Bakery brand. Designed to be a meal solution for one person, the new […]

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