Landmark and Today’s merger confirmed
The respective members of Today’s and Landmark have voted to merge the groups to form Unitas Wholesale Ltd. Of those members who voted, 96% were in favour of the merger […]
Leading executives to speak at IGD Convenience Retailing Summit
The IGD Convenience Retailing Summit, which takes place on 26-27 September at etc.venues County Hall in London, will feature Steve Fox, Booker’s managing director – retail, and Ken Towle, CEO […]
HSBC finance package for Hyperama extension
Landmark Wholesale member Hyperama has secured a £15 million finance package from HSBC to modernise its West Bromwich cash & carry and expand its importing operation through associated business JK […]
Filshill invests for the future by diversifying product mix
Glasgow-based wholesaler JW Filshill, which supplies 183 KeyStore convenience stores across Scotland and the north of England, increased turnover from £142 million to £145 million in the year ended 31 […]
Bidfood launches UNITY Wines & Spirits
Bidfood has linked up with premium drinks supplier Enotria&Coe to launch UNITY Wines & Spirits. Enotria&Coe currently sells more than 40 million bottles a year covering 4,400 products. The Bidfood […]
Fairway appoints a new marketing strategist
Fairway Foodservice has appointed Toby Jordan (pictured) as a marketing strategist to enhance its digital and online activity. He joins the group after spending 17 years in the creative and […]
Lomond extends food-to-go options
Lomond – The Wholesale Food Company has introduced more food-to-go options. Director Barbara Henderson said: “Whether it’s a bacon roll for breakfast, a sandwich for lunch or something sweet and […]
New proposition for Bestway retail franchisees
Bestway Retail, the division of the C&C/wholesaler that includes Bargain Booze, Select Convenience, Central Convenience and Wine Rack More, has outlined new agreements with franchisees at 12 regional meetings. They […]
New wholesale pack for Naked Noodle
Symington’s has unveiled a brand new wholesale-focused pack format for its popular Naked Noodle brand, following feedback from customers. The packs feature a completely redesigned outer that allows for easy […]
On-the-go smoothie bowl from Kellogg’s
Kellogg’s is targeting the millennial market with its new Joyböl brand for the on-the-go occasion. Joyböl pots are an all-in-one fruit smoothie bowl containing grains, nuts, seeds and fruit. There’s […]
CCEP: influencing and responding to trends
Gary Black (pictured), sales director for wholesale and convenience at Coca-Cola European Partners, highlights opportunities in the changing soft drinks industry. What proportion of your UK sales goes through cash […]
Jacob’s Cracker Crisps Thins introduced by pladis
Pladis, the global snacking company, has introduced Jacob’s Cracker Crisps Thins. Available in 130g sharing bags (rsp £1.89), Jacob’s Cracker Crisp Thins come in three flavours – Mature Cheddar & […]
