Wholesale Industry News
Unitas produces Focus on Sustainability guide for retailers
Unitas has produced a guide to support retailers to run more sustainable stores. 55% of Gen Z shoppers make sustainability a priority (Mintel), and 57% of UK adults see climate […]
The Wholesale Group announces year-long CHEF Approved roadshow
The Wholesale Group has confirmed the return of its CHEF Approved roadshow for 2026. The year-long roadshow is being led by own brand manager Richard Ellison, alongside technical manager Cezary […]
Booker launches Spring 2026 NPD range with exclusive new lines
Booker has introduced its Spring 2026 New Product Development (NPD) Guide and will be showcasing the products at its Retail Trade Show at Sandown Racecourse on 5 March and at […]
UWS celebrates Achievers wins and confirms £500m turnover target
United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) has strengthened its position as one of the UK’s leading wholesale and cash & carry operators after a standout night at the Scottish Wholesale Achievers awards, […]
Sterling signs up John D Forrest and selects TWC as data partner
John D Forrest, located in Dundee, has joined Sterling Supergroup. Founded in 1906, John D Forrest was acquired approximately 55 years ago by Gordon Hume, who, alongside his son Steven […]
Brakes launches £100,000 Menu Match promotion
Brakes has launched a new promotion offering more than £100,000 worth of prizes to its mybrakes rewards members. Menu Match allows a mybrakes rewards customer to ‘Peel and Play’ to […]
Scottish Wholesale Association announces Achievers 2026 winners
Scotland’s most innovative and forward-thinking wholesalers – and their people – were recognised at the Scottish Wholesale Achievers Awards last night (19 February). Now in its 23rd year, Achievers is […]
Charges removed for Nisa retailers who hit 75% sourcing requirement
The Nisa symbol group has removed standard membership fees, delivery charges and surcharges for retailers who source 75% of their stock from Co-op Wholesale. A complete reset of the Nisa […]
Anna Whitehouse keynote speaker for WiW Speed Mentoring event
The Women in Wholesale (WiW) Speed Mentoring event will take place on 7 May at London Museum Docklands. Supporting women’s career development in the wholesale industry, the event will feature […]
IGD identifies five trends shaping the convenience channel in 2026
The IGD (Institute of Grocery Distribution) has identified five key trends shaping the convenience channel in 2026. 1. Retailers are facing financial stress: Traditional categories are declining, leading to falling […]
Medina Foodservice Trade Show to be held on 5 March
More than 100 local and national food businesses are expected to attend the Medina Foodservice Food Show, which takes place on 5 March at Tapnell Farm, Isle of Wight. Caterers […]
Sysco GB pledges £500,000 to help SMEs access apprenticeship training
Sysco GB has announced a £500,000 Apprenticeship Levy Transfer Pledge to help small to medium sized enterprises (SMEs) and charities across the UK access apprenticeship training. This new pledge builds […]
