Wholesale Industry News
Fresh Direct introduces Summer Picks 2026 range
Fresh Direct – part of Sysco – has launched its Summer Picks 2026 range, comprising a focused line-up of peak-season British crops and chef-ready innovation. The range brings together vertically-farmed […]
Castell Howell to supply Welsh produce to Wimbledon
Castell Howell Foods is to supply Welsh French trimmed rack of lamb and Welsh dressed crab, alongside a selection of other Welsh products, to Wimbledon this summer. These dishes will […]
Bidfresh adopts Podfather software to boost customer service
Bidfresh is using Podfather logistics software to boost customer service, improve efficiencies and inform reporting. A subsidiary of Bidcorp UK, Bidfresh makes around 15,000 deliveries a week across the UK from […]
Bestway Charity Race Day raises funds for Water Aid
More than 750 guests gathered at Royal Ascot for Bestway Group’s 33rd Annual Charity Race Day. This year’s event was attended by the UK’s former prime minister Theresa May. She […]
Country Range Group outperforms the wholesale market
Country Range Group has achieved 9% growth year on year, outperforming the UK wholesale marketplace, which is up by around 2.4%, reported chief executive Martin Ward at the organisation’s exhibition […]
SPAR UK secures exclusive listing for Lindt Lindor Pistachio Bar
SPAR UK has secured a channel exclusive on the new Lindt Lindor Pistachio Milk Chocolate Bar. From 25 June, the new 100g bar (rsp £2.50) will be available exclusively at […]
Sysco extends partnership with Natasha’s Foundation
Sysco has renewed its long-term partnership with Natasha’s Foundation, confirming a further three‑year commitment to help drive greater awareness, education and research into food allergies across the UK. The agreement […]
Booker locks prices on over 600 products until 8 September
To support foodservice operators over the summer season, Booker has locked prices on over 600 products until 8 September. The cash & carry operator has also launched its Summer 2026 […]
CJ Lang life president Joan Scott-Adie dies after long illness
Joan Scott-Adie, life president of CJ Lang & Son, has died after a long illness. Scott-Adie (pictured) was the granddaughter of Charles Lang senior, who founded the business in Dundee […]
GAP Convenience Distribution trade show attracts hundreds of retailers
A total of 90 suppliers engaged with hundreds of forecourt operators and convenience store retailers at G.A.P. Convenience Distribution’s 2026 trade show. Growing from 2025’s event, the two-day exhibition was […]
Creed Foodservice unveils trends-inspired Christmas 2026 range
Creed Foodservice has launched its Christmas 2026 range, designed to help operators capitalise on the trends of Newstalgia, experience-led dining and social connection. The collection reflects growing consumer demand for […]
FWD Live! Understanding and adapting to members’ and customers’ needs
FWD Live! brought together industry executives for a forward-looking discussion on wholesale. The aim of the event was to combine big-picture thinking with practical action. From promoting wholesale as a […]
