Kellanova backs Cheez-It with convenience-exclusive competition
Kellanova is backing Cheez-It, the US brand that burst onto the UK snacks scene last year, with a competition exclusively for independent retailers. A £10,000 cash prize is up for […]
Imperial Brands launches new blu bar kit and pod flavours
Imperial Brands has launched a range of new flavours for its rechargeable blu bar kit vape line. The additions are three new kit flavours – each comprising a rechargeable blu […]
Bestway and Socio Local to help retailers with digital marketing
Bestway Retail has launched a pilot scheme across 300 retailers in collaboration with Socio Local – a digital marketing platform for multi-location brands. Socio Local is a platform that simplifies […]
Harlech Foodservice hits £1.5m in sales at Expo 25
Harlech Foodservice recently staged its biggest ever trade fair, with 137 stands and a record £1.5 million in sales. The wholesaler’s two-day Expo 25 was held at Venue Cymru in […]
Country Range introduces Sticky BBQ Sauce
Country Range has introduced Sticky BBQ Sauce, designed for caterers looking to add bold, smoky flavours to their menus. It comes in 2.27-litre tubs. Rachel Porter, Country Range Group’s marketing […]
Hancocks appoints Nick Edwards as Manchester store manager
Hancocks has announced the appointment of Nick Edwards as manager of its Manchester store. Edwards (pictured) joined the business from Tesco where he worked as a store manager across Manchester, […]
Freemans Event Partners appoints Matt Luscombe as CEO
Freemans Event Partners has appointed Matt Luscombe as its new chief executive officer. He replaces Stephen Freeman, who moves to the new role of executive chairman. Freeman will remain closely […]
Boost Drinks unveils new limited-edition Energy and Sport flavours
Boost Drinks has introduced two new limited-edition lines: Blue Raspberry Energy and Cloudy Lemonade Sport. Blue Raspberry Energy is available in a 75p price-marked 250ml can, while Cloudy Lemonade Sport […]
Swizzels introduces limited-edition Squashies Drumchick
Swizzels has introduced limited-edition Squashies Drumchick ready for Easter. The orange and pineapple flavoured Squashies Drumchick features bright packaging and a chick-shaped design, and is inspired by the success of […]
United Wholesale Scotland promotes Naeem Khaliq to licensed director
United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) has promoted Naeem Khaliq to licensed director. Formerly symbol group controller, Khaliq (pictured) has been with UWS for 27 years. Commenting on his appointment, he said: […]
Unitas announces Connect Awards for members and suppliers
More than 650 wholesalers and suppliers attended the Unitas Connect Awards, the group’s annual celebration of the outstanding people, products, initiatives and achievements of the past year. Hosted by TV […]
Lomond becomes first wholesaler in Scotland to get B Corp status
Glasgow-based wholesaler Lomond: The Wholesale Food Co – along with its Cake division – has attained B Corp status. The certification recognises Lomond’s commitment to balancing purpose and profit, ensuring […]

