Swizzels launches new advent calendar to help retailers boost festive sales
Swizzels has launched its new advent calendar, designed to help retailers capitalise on early festive demand and boost seasonal sales. Available in cases of six, the advent calendar features 24 […]
Nomadic launches Yogurt & Oat Bar to create new chilled category
Nomadic has created a new category in chilled snacking with the launch of its Yogurt & Oat Bar. The 28g bar, a soft oat base topped with creamy yogurt and […]
IGD highlights resilience of UK convenience market
IGD has launched its UK convenience market 2025 –2030 report, which reveals the channel has demonstrated ongoing resilience and adaptability in the first half of 2025 (H1), with growth of 1.0%. […]
Brakes launches La Boulangerie Premium Bakery
Brakes has launched La Boulangerie Premium Bakery, bringing together its premium range of breads, pastries and cakes under a new banner. The range of more than 150 products is designed […]
Co-op warns that 60,000 small shops at risk without business rates relief
The Co-op has warned that 60,000 small shops and 150,000 jobs could disappear without urgent business rates reform. New research from Co-op reveals that 77% of small high street shop […]
Country Range launches Steam Cooked Chicken Wings
With chicken wings now a regular feature on street food, pub, restaurant and fast-food menus, Country Range has launched a new, innovative range of Steam Cooked Chicken Wings. The wings […]
Parfetts’ online orders surpass 50% of total sales
Parfetts has passed another milestone in its digital growth, with online orders consistently accounting for more than half of total sales. The split currently stands at 40% web and 60% […]
Booker continues development of own-brand catering portfolio
Booker is continuing the development of its own-brand catering portfolio with the relaunch of its sauces and dressings. This follows the introduction of new branding and three price tiers: Chef’s […]
The Wholesale Group visits members to showcase CHEF Approved range
The Wholesale Group has launched a UK-wide tour to visit its members and showcase its CHEF Approved own-brand range. Clocking up the miles in ‘Mabel’, the group’s branded Volkswagen ID […]
Pricecheck partners with OSHEE Hydration Drinks to expand availability
International wholesaler and distributor Pricecheck has announced a UK distribution partnership with OSHEE Hydration Drinks, one of Europe’s leading sports and vitamin drinks brands. Effective from 10 October 2025, Pricecheck […]
JJ Foodservice to open eight new branches in next five years
JJ Foodservice is to open a new depot in the Midlands next year, one of eight new branches it is planning to open in the next five years. Speaking at […]
Co-op Wholesale appoints ex-Booker Martin Swadling as customer director
Co-op Wholesale has appointed Martin Swadling, formerly customer director of Booker, as its own customer director. The high-profile appointment signals Co-op Wholesale’s intent to deliver a market-leading proposition, operational excellence […]

