Members and board of National Buying Consortium confirmed
Former Confex senior business development director David Lunt is the managing director of the newly-formed buying group, NBC (National Buying Consortium). Some 23 members of Confex recently left to join […]
Bestway launches ‘Summer Sorted!’ promotion
Bestway Wholesale has launched a campaign for seasonal lines, including ice cream, soft & licensed drinks and BBQ foods. The ‘Summer Sorted!’ drive runs until August and offers deals on […]
Nestlé launches S.Pellegrino flavoured sparkling water range
Nestlé Waters has expanded its S.Pellegrino sparkling water brand with the launch of S.Pellegrino Essenza. The new range includes three Mediterranean fruit flavours: Lemon & Lemon Zest, Tangerine & Strawberry, […]
Best foodservice own-labels named at CCM Chefs’ Own-Brand Awards
Cash & Carry Management, in partnership with the Craft Guild of Chefs, has announced the winners of the 2019 CCM Chefs’ Own-Brand Awards at a prestigious lunch at Westminster Kingsway […]
Fisherman’s Friend sees strong sales following early start to hayfever season
Fisherman’s Friend recorded sales growth of 22% in value and 18% in volume in April, compared with the same period last year. The company – which sold over 260 million […]
Raj Krishan leaves Sugro after just a few months
Raj Krishan, who joined Sugro UK early this year to fill the newly-created role of head of business development under MD Neil Turton, has left the group. No official statement […]
Success for four Bestway customers at Edinburgh Restaurant Awards
Four customers of Bestway Wholesale were honoured at the recent Edinburgh Restaurant Awards, one of them receiving two accolades. The event was held to recognise the best of the Scottish […]
Unitas suppliers told to be on their alert
Unitas Wholesale has sent out an alert to all suppliers to be aware of possible fraudulent activities. Signed by finance director Andrew Thewlis, the message follows an incident involving an […]
Moments of Bliss from Aero with boxed chocolate selection
Nestlé Confectionery has introduced a premium boxed chocolate selection from its Aero brand. Tapping into the demand for light textured but indulgent products, Aero Bliss contains individually-wrapped milk chocolates filled […]
Ferrero offers chance to retailers to win free mixed cases of Tic Tac
Ferrero is offering members of its retailer hub – www.yourperfectstore.co.uk – the chance to win a free mixed case of Tic Tac. Each case will include the four core flavours: […]
Concha y Toro unveils new wine spritzer brand O’jos
Concha y Toro has launched O’jos, a new wine spritzer brand from Chile. O’jos is a blend of Chilean wine with natural flavours added to further enhance the light and […]
Burton’s launches ‘less than 100 calories’ Maryland Oaty Cookie Bars
Burton’s Biscuit Company has introduced more consumer choice to its fast-growing ‘less than 100 calories’ biscuits and snacks range with the launch of Maryland Oaty Cookie Bars. High in fibre […]
