The arrangement follows a six-year relationship between the wholesaler and the leading motorway and road forecourt brand in the UK.

Under the new deal, Blakemore will distribute branded food and drink products to the BP regional distribution centre in Lutterworth, Leics, which will, in turn, service all 320 forecourt sites, including 250 M&S Simply Food outlets.

Blakemore Wholesale Distribution sales director Raj Krishan (left) said: “We have developed a successful partnership with BP and I am delighted that we have been able to negotiate an even stronger working relationship between our two organisations.

“Over the past six years we have been able to demonstrate a high level of professionalism in supporting BP and have been able to create a valued, collaborative approach to business.”

Krishan added that the link-up would benefit from the expertise of Blakemore’s Logistics, Trade Partners and Retail divisions.

Blakemore Wholesale Distribution also services national contracts for Roadchef, Wickes, Primark and the House of Lords .

Tel: Blakemore Wholesale Distribution (01902) 366066