Wholesale Industry News

CJ Lang & Son promotes Sonya Harper to chief operating officer

CJ Lang & Son promotes Sonya Harper to chief operating officer

Date: July 26, 2025Leave a comment

SPAR Scotland wholesaler and retailer CJ Lang & Son has promoted Sonya Harper to chief operating officer. Formerly central operations director, Harper (pictured) has worked for CJ Lang for six years. […]

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Sugro launches new overrider management system

Sugro launches new overrider management system

Date: July 24, 2025Leave a comment

Sugro UK has launched a new rebate management solution in partnership with E-bate. The Trackable Overrider Management System is designed to streamline transactional data processing and optimise earnings for both […]

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LWC officially opens its most sustainable and advanced depot

LWC officially opens its most sustainable and advanced depot

Date: July 24, 2025Leave a comment

LWC, the UK’s largest independent drinks wholesaler, has officially opened a new state-of-the-art distribution depot in Prescot, Merseyside. The 74,500 sq ft site is more than double the size of […]

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JJ Foodservice launches Kitchen Workshops to inspire caterers

JJ Foodservice launches Kitchen Workshops to inspire caterers

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

JJ Foodservice has launched an educational kitchen workshop concept, which kicked off with a summer drinks masterclass in partnership with DaVinci Gourmet.  Hosted at the wholesaler’s newly opened professional kitchen […]

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Lioncroft marks fifth birthday at Aston and Smethwick depots

Lioncroft marks fifth birthday at Aston and Smethwick depots

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

Lioncroft Wholesale has celebrated its fifth birthday with special discounts and promotions, as well as a BBQ event, held on 7-13 July at both its Aston and Smethwick depots. “Every […]

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Sugro launches TikTok Sample Box initiative

Sugro launches TikTok Sample Box initiative

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

Sugro UK has expanded its sample box line-up with the launch of the TikTok Sample Box. This will enable suppliers to distribute products to the group’s members, who will work […]

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SWA appoints Lisa Clifford as membership engagement officer

SWA appoints Lisa Clifford as membership engagement officer

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

The Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has appointed Lisa Clifford as its new membership engagement officer. She replaces John Farrell, who retired earlier this year. Clifford (pictured), who has a background […]

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Q Catering launches festive brochure and dedicated microsite

Q Catering launches festive brochure and dedicated microsite

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

Q Catering has launched a festive brochure and dedicated microsite (www.qcatering.co.uk/festive) to help its customers deliver unforgettable dining experiences this Christmas. The microsite provides customers with support including recipes, a […]

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Booker locks 600 prices and highlights food trends in Summer Catering Guide

Booker locks 600 prices and highlights food trends in Summer Catering Guide

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

More than 600 prices have been locked (until 7 October 2025) on items in Booker’s 2025 Summer Catering Guide, which also highlights food trends, seasonal menu ideas and exclusive lines. According […]

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Bestway invests £10 million in price cuts to support independent retailers

Bestway invests £10 million in price cuts to support independent retailers

Date: July 23, 2025Leave a comment

Bestway Wholesale is investing £10 million in reducing standard prices across more than 2,000 (non-promotional) core lines – a move designed to bolster the profitability and sustainability of independent retailers […]

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The Wholesale Group launches Jake AI for wholesaler and supplier members

The Wholesale Group launches Jake AI for wholesaler and supplier members

Date: July 22, 2025Leave a comment

The Wholesale Group has launched Jake AI, with the aim of transforming how its 255 independent wholesale members and supplier partners compete in an increasingly complex marketplace. Produced with partner […]

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Country Range produces ‘Catering for Dementia’ guide

Country Range produces ‘Catering for Dementia’ guide

Date: July 22, 2025Leave a comment

Country Range has published its latest guide to Catering for Dementia. Aimed at caterers looking after residents who are living with dementia, the guide was produced in collaboration with International […]

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