RD Johns leaves Unitas to join The Wholesale Group
RD Johns, a family-run foodservice wholesaler based in Devon, has joined The Wholesale Group (TWG). Founded in 1971 as a single butcher’s shop in Bishopsteignton, Devon, RD Johns now operates […]
The Wholesale Group launches CORE Spring Water in Tetra Paks
The Wholesale Group has expanded its CORE own-brand portfolio with CORE Spring Water in Tetra Pak cartons. Sourced from springs in Ireland, CORE Spring Water is available in 330ml and […]
The Wholesale Group’s member turnover rises by 10.1% in first half of 2026
The Wholesale Group saw combined member turnover rise by 10.1% to £4.6 billion in the first half of 2026 compared with the same period last year. Foodservice accounted for £2.66 […]
The Wholesale Group launches Chef Approved store cupboard essentials
The Wholesale Group has strengthened its CHEF Approved own-brand portfolio with an extensive new range of store cupboard essentials. Developed specifically for professional kitchens, the range includes rice, breadcrumbs, Mediterranean […]
The Wholesale Group achieves B Corp Certification
The Wholesale Group has become the first wholesale buying group to achieve B Corp Certification. Awarded by B Lab following a rigorous assessment, B Corp Certification recognises businesses that meet […]
FWD Live! Understanding and adapting to members’ and customers’ needs
FWD Live! brought together industry executives for a forward-looking discussion on wholesale. The aim of the event was to combine big-picture thinking with practical action. From promoting wholesale as a […]
The Wholesale Group raises £15,000 for MAG at golf day
The Wholesale Group has raised £15,000 for Mines Advisory Group (MAG) following its charity golf day and dinner, held recently at The Welcombe Golf & Spa Hotel, Stratford-upon-Avon. The event […]
The Wholesale Group attracts over 350 members and suppliers to trade show
The Wholesale Group brought together more than 350 members and suppliers at Cheltenham Racecourse for its annual Trade Show and awards – its largest gathering to date. There were 130 […]
The Wholesale Group visits Dublin to see how DRS works
Senior representatives from The Wholesale Group recently visited Dublin to see deposit return scheme (DRS) reverse vending machines operating in a live retail environment. Managing director Tom Gittins, retail controller […]
The Wholesale Group launches new own-brand coffee range
The Wholesale Group has expanded its own-brand portfolio with the launch of a new CHEF Approved and CHEF Prestige coffee range. The clearly tiered solution spans value-driven blends through to […]
The Wholesale Group announces year-long CHEF Approved roadshow
The Wholesale Group has confirmed the return of its CHEF Approved roadshow for 2026. The year-long roadshow is being led by own brand manager Richard Ellison, alongside technical manager Cezary […]
The Wholesale Group launches Retail Bites digital magazine
The Wholesale Group has launched a new digital magazine, Retail Bites. Developed in collaboration with leading brands and industry experts, Retail Bites features insight, trends and practical advice for retailers […]
