Wholesale Industry News
Zess and Sysco join forces to launch plant-based deli fillers through Brakes
Zess, a UK-based start-up that specialises in helping people make smarter food choices, has joined forces with Sysco GB to create and launch Zess Explore, claimed to be the UK’s […]
Unitas issues new Plan for Profit guide to licensed, tobacco and vaping
Unitas Wholesale is helping its members’ retail customers capitalise on trends in alcohol, tobacco and vaping products with a new Plan for Profit guide. Featuring regional planograms, bestsellers lists and […]
LWC Drinks acquires Essex-based drinks distributor Hills Prospect
LWC Drinks has acquired Hills Prospect, an independent drinks distributor based in Romford, Essex. Marking the latest step in LWC’s mission to provide its customers with the best service possible, […]
SPAR UK begins search for new MD as Louise Hoste departs
SPAR UK is looking for a new managing director following Louise Hoste’s decision to leave the group. After four years as managing director, Hoste (pictured) has decided to pursue fresh […]
Parfetts encourages retailers to score with the Rugby World Cup
Parfetts is encouraging retailers to take advantage of the sales opportunities created by The Rugby World Cup, which kicks off in France on 8 September. The wholesaler’s current trade week […]
STL and EchoPay join forces to offer integrated payment solution
STL Technology Solutions has partnered with EchoPay to develop an integrated open banking and card payment solution for the wholesale sector. The partnership means that cash & carry, foodservice and […]
Bidfood Direct features new Scottish platform to champion local produce
Bidfood has opened a new area within its e-commerce platform, Bidfood Direct, that is completely dedicated to Scottish produce. The Scottish online platform is being delivered as part of a […]
Sugro UK launches Drive Your Sales digital portal
Sugro UK has launched a new digital portal for its Drive Your Sales initiative. The portal https://www.driveyoursales.co.uk/ has been developed in conjunction with the digital magazine to provide retailers with […]
Country Range adds lemon drizzle to cake collection
Country Range has added Lemon Drizzle Cake to its range. The sponge cake is baked with lemon curd and soaked with a lemon wash, layered with lemon buttercream and finished […]
Harlech Foodservice announces three internal promotions
Harlech Foodservice has bolstered its reputation as an equal opportunities employer with three key appointments going to women. The wholesaler has promoted Laura Holland to customer experience manager, Alana Pritchard […]
Record entries for Scottish Wholesale Achievers awards
Entries for the 2024 SWA Achievers Awards are 20% up on the previous event, with many wholesalers who have previously not entered the competition taking part. Achievers are the only […]
Growth in Scottish convenience stores outperforms total GB
Value sales in independent convenience stores in Scotland in the 52 weeks ending 30 July 2023 were 4.6% higher than a year ago, which is ahead of growth in total […]
