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Wholesale Manager – The news magazine for the UK wholesale and cash & carry industry Wholesale Manager – The news magazine for the UK wholesale and cash & carry industry
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    SEPTEMBER DIGITAL EDITION – New Parfetts depot
    Sep 14, 2025
    AUGUST DIGITAL EDITION – Vapers switch to reusables
    Aug 17, 2025
    JULY DIGITAL EDITION – Parfetts record turnover
    Jul 16, 2025
    JUNE DIGITAL EDITION – New Bidfood depot
    Jun 15, 2025
    MAY DIGITAL EDITION – Wholesaler expands
    May 17, 2025
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Booker transforms digital platform to deliver smarter, faster ordering experience

Sep 25, 2025 No Comments
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Vernon Kay to Host CRG’s ‘An Evening With…’ Celebration at the National Gallery

Sep 25, 2025 No Comments
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NBC Sponsors The Arthingworth Open

Sep 24, 2025 No Comments
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The Wholesale Group praised for ‘exceptional’ event

Sep 23, 2025 No Comments
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Levens Village Store backs local women with latest MADL community donations

Sep 22, 2025 No Comments

INDUSTRY NEWS

First Go Local store in Bristol as southern expansion gathers pace

Aug 11, 2025 Headlines

Independent retailer Kokil Rasaratham has opened the first Go Local store in Bristol, marking a major milestone in Parfetts’ plans to grow the symbol group across the south…

Stronger Together: Kellogg’s Pledges Pound-for-Pound Match for Big Scottish Breakfast Fundraiser
Aug 8, 2025
85% of UK Vapers Switch to Reusables Post Single-Use Ban
Aug 7, 2025
GroceryAid reports a 76 per cent increase in industry support in its latest Impact Report
Aug 6, 2025
Mondelēz unwraps 2025 festive range to drive seasonal confectionery sales
Aug 1, 2025

SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT

Halewood Artisanal Spirits Artisan experts

Nov 25, 2020 Supplier Spotlight

With brands dating back 190 years, Halewood is now the largest independent producer and distributor of alcoholic products by volume in the UK. Brands include number one premium…

STG UK Keeping busy
Oct 13, 2020
Tayto Happy birthday, Mr Porky!
Sep 12, 2020
Ferrero Premium products drive confectionery
Aug 26, 2020
KP Snacks Iconic snack portfolio
Aug 24, 2020

MEET THE MARKETER

Claire James Trade Marketing Manager for UK and Ireland, HARIBO

Aug 26, 2020 Meet The Marketer

Claire James joined HARIBO in 2018 as Trade Marketing Manager for UK and Ireland. Shaping all communication in support of the brand’s channel strategies, she keeps retailers informed…

Jo Sinisgalli Gifting Senior Brand Manager, Mars Wrigley
Aug 24, 2020
Matt Smith Marketing Director, Tayto
Aug 24, 2020
Levi Boorer, Customer Development Director, Ferrero
Apr 19, 2020
Matt Wilson, Marketing Controller, fruit carbonates at Britvic
Feb 19, 2020

WHO'S WHO IN WHOLESALING

Who’s Who Wholesaling: Chris Gallacher, Unit Wholesale Scotland: Serving Scotland’s communities

Jun 9, 2020 Who’s Who in Wholesaling

United Wholesale (Scotland) is the leading cash & carry operator north of the border and in the UK’s top 15. Not bad for a company less than 20…

Cotswold Fayre Taking care of the planet
Apr 19, 2020
Who’s who in Wholesaling Gary Mullineux, Caterforce Buying group brings more to the foodservice table
Feb 18, 2020
Florette Bagging the salad opportunity with Florette
Nov 27, 2019
TWC Transforming how wholesalers use their sales data
Nov 27, 2019

CATEGORY REPORTS

Smokers seek value – The lowest pricing tiers make up the majority of tobacco sales

Jul 15, 2024 Category Reports

The tobacco category, which is worth £14bn each year before tax (ITUK), provides a substantial sales opportunity for wholesalers. Looking at the sub-categories, Factory Made Cigarettes (FMC) currently…

Buoyant category – Crisps, snacks & nuts is a multi-billion sector showing huge growth
Jul 15, 2024
Taste drives soft drinks – Shoppers are seeking unique flavour combinations
Jun 7, 2024
Success story – Reduced risk products are a hit both economically and from a public health perspective
Jun 7, 2024
Essential category – Confectionery is one of the most important sectors for wholesalers
Jun 7, 2024

FOOD & DRINK

CCEP invests in PMP pilot to help retailers drive Fanta sales

Sep 1, 2025 Soft Drinks

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has launched a limited-time trial of £1.09 price-marked packs (PMP) across all core 500ml Fanta bottles. This initiative is designed to offer great value…

Langtins Expands Noomz Freeze-Dried Sweets Range
Sep 1, 2025
Cadbury Brunch launches stand out packaging and adds 10 bar value pack to the range
Aug 29, 2025
Award-Winning Flavours and Family Spirit: Fairfields Farm Celebrates Winning Streak
Aug 29, 2025
Jura adds two more years!
Aug 28, 2025

TOBACCO & VAPING

Imperial Launches Limited Edition 21s Bigger Box Format

Mar 8, 2022 Tobacco & Accessories

To deliver added convenience to adult smokers, Imperial has announced the launch of a bigger box format with limited edition 21s packs across some of its leading products…

Value driven – Smokers seek low priced options
Jan 18, 2022
JTI introduces brand new Sterling Essential 50g format with GREAT VALUE RRP
Nov 2, 2021
Imperial Announces Richmond Revamp
Sep 27, 2021
Imperial Reduces Prices to Help Retailers Cater for Value Focused Shoppers
Sep 6, 2021

NON - FOOD

Vegan vitamin secures listings

Oct 28, 2021 Pet Care

New vegan pet food brand, Noochy Poochy, has achieved listings with a host of stores and wholesalers following research into vegan vitamin. Noochy Poochy, a cheesy flavour dog…

Aero Healthcare continue to maintain supply of life saving equipment
Oct 22, 2021
BATTERIES: Battery sales soar pre-Christmas
Oct 17, 2021
Skinners launch new range ‘Get Out and Go!’ to appeal to a wider consumer market
Oct 8, 2021
Good Boy continues growth with first TV campaign
Oct 6, 2021

WAREHOUSE

Kite’s new custom-size box tool

Apr 10, 2024 The Warehouse

Kite Packaging, a leading name in the UK packaging industry, has launched its advanced custom-size box tool. By streamlining the buying process for bespoke-sized boxes, it aims to…

Union Industries with installation
Apr 10, 2024
Union Industries rises to the challenge with triple Bulldoor installation at Warburtons
Apr 10, 2024
Common Labelling Mistakes and How to Avoid Them Through Precise Processes
Apr 10, 2024
Oakland B Corp Certified
Mar 21, 2024
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