SPAR Scotland hosts Future Stars Cup Final
The SPAR Scotland Future Stars Cup tournament has taken place for the first time since the Covid pandemic, culminating in finals day at Scotland’s sports performance centre Oriam. The event […]
Steve Leach steps down as Nisa sales director
Nisa has announced that its sales director, Steve Leach, has decided to leave the business. Since joining Nisa in January 2014, Leach (pictured) has held a number of senior roles. […]
NBC to strengthen head office team in response to strong performance
National Buying Consortium (NBC) has announced that sales through its National Distribution Network (NDN) are up 36% in the year to date. Through NDN, the group’s members can gain access […]
Lifetime achievement award for Castell Howell founder Brian Jones
Brian Jones MBE, founder of Llanelli-based wholesaler Castell Howell, has been honoured with a lifetime achievement award at the inaugural Wales Food and Drink Awards. The new awards celebrate businesses […]
Stephen Thompson opens first Eddy’s Food Station and plans 30 more
The first Eddy’s Food Station – the newest venture from Stephen Thompson, former CEO and co-founder of Morning, Noon & Night – opened on 11 May in Alloa, creating 14 […]
JTI launches two ultra-value brands with introductory wholesale deal
JTI has launched two of its established brands into the ultra-value segment. Featuring the lowest recommended retail prices from JTI are Benson & Hedges Blue Rolling Tobacco (available in England […]
Nisa charity receives national recognition with industry award
Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally charity has received national recognition for its support of good causes with an accolade announced at the Better Society Awards ceremony in London. The awards […]
James Hall & Co invests in a greener fleet
James Hall & Co has added three new Volvo Euro 6 tractor units, equipped with an Ecodrive refrigeration system, to its fleet. The wholesaler’s double-decked multi-temperature trailers will be powered […]
SWA joins Scotland’s new Zero Emission Truck Taskforce
The Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) has been invited to join Scotland’s new Zero Emission Truck Taskforce in recognition of its ongoing work with members as part of its ‘Decarbonisation of […]
CCEP introduces Relentless Zero Sugar range
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has unveiled a new Relentless Zero Sugar range. There are two variants, Peach and Raspberry, which come in a 500ml can in both plain and price-marked […]
KBE Drinks revamps Kingfisher with a new look and marketing campaign
KBE Drinks has announced a major revamp for its biggest brand, Kingfisher. The bold new look is designed to give a more premium, modern feel to the brand and will […]
Neil Turton appointed non-exec director of Alliance Stores
Neil Turton, formerly managing director of Sugro UK, has been appointed as a non-executive director by Alliance Stores. Alliance Stores is an independent, locally owned and managed retailer that started […]
