Wholesale Industry News
Freemans Event Partners appoints Matt Luscombe as CEO
Freemans Event Partners has appointed Matt Luscombe as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Stephen Freeman, who moves to the new role of executive chairman. Freeman will remain closely […]
United Wholesale Scotland promotes Naeem Khaliq to licensed director
United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) has promoted Naeem Khaliq to licensed director. Formerly symbol group controller, Khaliq (pictured) has been with UWS for 27 years. Commenting on his appointment, he said: […]
Unitas announces Connect Awards for members and suppliers
More than 650 wholesalers and suppliers attended the Unitas Connect Awards, the group’s annual celebration of the outstanding people, products, initiatives and achievements of the past year. Hosted by TV […]
Lomond becomes first wholesaler in Scotland to get B Corp status
Glasgow-based wholesaler Lomond: The Wholesale Food Co – along with its Cake division – has attained B Corp status. The certification recognises Lomond’s commitment to balancing purpose and profit, ensuring […]
James Hall & Co celebrates career development with awards
One hundred members of staff at James Hall & Co had their professional development recognised at the company’s Achievement Awards. The celebratory occasion saw current and former apprentices from right […]
Time Wholesale Services signs up to ProConnect
Time Wholesale Services has signed up to b2b.store’s ProConnect platform to increase engagement levels with its customers. The Unitas member will use the WhatsApp platform to communicate special deals and […]
Unitas to reward members with ‘fairer’ £2 million incentive
Unitas Wholesale members will share more than £2 million in incremental revenue in return for their participation in the group’s central promotions, publications and events. The ‘More for More’ incentive, […]
F Jones Food Service signs up to Sugro
Fast-food wholesaler F Jones (Colwyn Bay), which trades as F Jones Food Service, has joined Sugro UK. Founded in 1993, with roots dating back to 1931 as a fish supplier, […]
SPAR secures convenience exclusive for Más+ by Messi drink
The Más+ by Messi hydration drink will be exclusively available within the convenience sector at SPAR stores in England, Wales and Scotland from 10-31 March 2025. Following its surge in […]
Mevalco supports Bristol charity The MAZI Project
Mevalco, the Bristol-based importer and wholesaler of Spanish fine foods, has announced a collaboration with The MAZI Project – the Bristol youth-led charity that nourishes vulnerable 16–25-year-olds through food. The […]
Kitwave reports rise in revenue and profit for 2024 financial year
Kitwave Group saw revenues increase by 10.2% to £663.7 million in the year to 31 October 2024. In like-for-like terms, revenue grew by 5%. Adjusted operating profit was up by […]
The rise of Sterling: exclusive interview with Daniel Larkin
In his first interview since taking charge at Sterling Supergroup, CCO Daniel Larkin spoke to Cash & Carry Management’s managing editor Kirsti Sharratt about his plans to elevate the organisation. […]
