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Headlines

Pricecheck expands operational footprint with new warehouse

Mar 31, 2026 No Comments
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Catch of the day, now just a click away with the launch of Direct Seafoods London app

Mar 26, 2026 No Comments
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Industry set to gather for Scottish Wholesale Association’s Connex Conference in May

Mar 25, 2026 No Comments
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Bestway Retail Showcase 2026 set to return bigger and bolder with ‘World Cup Ready’ focus

Mar 24, 2026 No Comments
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Brakes Serves Up a Festival of Food as it Launches Expos

Mar 23, 2026 No Comments

INDUSTRY NEWS

Sysco Calls on the Government to Address the Skills Gap

Jan 29, 2026 Industry News

Sysco GB, the UK’s leading foodservice supplier, has called on the Government to take greater action to address the significant employment challenges facing the wholesale sector. Launching its…

Makers of Lucozade and Ribena announce new £2.5 million investment to support local communities in the UK and Ireland
Jan 29, 2026
TrueStart – The UK’s fastest growing challenger coffee brand secures JamJar Investment
Jan 28, 2026
Big-hearted retailers scoop top Plan for Profit prize
Jan 28, 2026
Scottish Wholesale Association sets out key priorities and asks of government ahead of the Holyrood election
Jan 27, 2026

SUPPLIER SPOTLIGHT

Coca-Cola European Partners Coca-Cola puts new ‘Energy’ into soft drinks

Oct 21, 2019 Supplier Spotlight

It’s been a busy year for Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP), the sole licensed bottler for The Coca-Cola Company’s products in Western Europe. In the wake of the sugar…

blu UK Imperial Brands’ blu winning over the nation’s vapers
Sep 30, 2019
Republic Technologies Getting the best from tobacco accessories
Sep 30, 2019
Barr Soft Drinks Taste and flavour still driving soft drinks sales in convenience and wholesale
Aug 28, 2019
HEINEKEN UK Driving ‘Sports & Seasons’ drink sales
Aug 28, 2019

MEET THE MARKETER

Chris Street Head of Trade Marketing at Blu UK

Jun 26, 2019 Meet The Marketer

Blu UK, part of Imperial Brands, are constantly looking at ways to strengthen their portfolio of vaping devices and liquids and deliver innovative products responding to rising trends.…

Huib Van Bockel Tenzing Natural Energy, Founder
Jun 26, 2019
Jon Turonnet Foodservice Sales Manager at Brioche Pasquier
May 21, 2019
Claire Cooper McCoy’s Marketing Manager
May 20, 2019
Holly Sparrow Marketing Executive, Radnor Hills
Mar 13, 2019

WHO'S WHO IN WHOLESALING

Parfett’s Cash & carries are still what we’re about, says Parfett’s retail chief

Apr 18, 2019 Who’s Who in Wholesaling

Parfett’s has promoted Guy Swindell, former Head of Customer Development & Marketing, to Retail Director, a role where he now works closely with the wholesaler’s independent retailers and…

JW Filshill Showing the way for Scotland’s wholesalers
Feb 18, 2019
Unitas Wholesale We are the champions of the wholesale world
Dec 15, 2018
Scottish Wholesale Association Helping Scotland’s wholesalers realise their full potential
Oct 24, 2018
PepsiCo Powering the snacking category to new peaks
Oct 24, 2018

CATEGORY REPORTS

Digital revolution – The benefits to wholesalers of embracing technology are endless

Jul 15, 2024 Category Reports

Digital technology is everywhere in all walks of life. We all have smartphones, most of us have laptops or computers at home, we use washing machines and TVs,…

Delicious and sustainable – Consumers are buying plant-based products for more than just their health
Jul 15, 2024
Smokers seek value – The lowest pricing tiers make up the majority of tobacco sales
Jul 15, 2024
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

FOOD & DRINK

The Protein Ball Co Tackles Protein Bar ‘Format Fatigue’ With 3-Strong ‘Stuffed’ Offer

Mar 2, 2026 Crisps, Snacks & Nuts

Following the successful revamp of its core ‘sharing’ ball range, a protein-rich proliferation of new listings (both domestic + overseas); March 2026 sees The Protein Ball Co unveil…

French Cidermarkers Wignac Unveil Brand Refresh
Mar 2, 2026
Rubicon RAW supercharges the energy fixture with cherry flavour innovation
Mar 1, 2026
Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I introduces a taste of British summertime with new Ribena Summer Fruits
Feb 27, 2026
Mentos rolls out berry best-seller: Feeling Berry Good into singles to drive impulse growth
Feb 25, 2026

TOBACCO & VAPING

JTI introduces lower RRP for Kensitas Club Rolling Tobacco range in Scotland

Apr 8, 2021 Tobacco & Accessories

JTI has announced that it will be repositioning its Kensitas Club Rolling Tobacco in Scotland with RRPs of £11.95* for 30g 3-in-1, giving the range the lowest RRP…

JTI celebrates 30 years of Amber Leaf and 10 years as the UK’s No.1 RYO brand!
Mar 30, 2021
Sales Set to Start Rolling in with Launch of New Blend from JPS Players
Mar 23, 2021
Lambert & Butler Tobacco celebrates anniversary with limited edition design & new formats
Mar 15, 2021
Scandinavian Tobacco Group completes the acquisition of Royal Agio Cigars
Mar 5, 2021

NON - FOOD

PAW Patrol is on a roll – Vital Life launches new PAW Patrol hand sanitiser range for summer 2021

Jun 23, 2021 Personal Care

Following the success of its existing adult focused hand sanitiser product range, Vital Life has launched a new PAW Patrol hand gel range. Securing some great listings already…

Welcome To The Future, It Smells Amazing
May 18, 2021
Cleaning Sensation Fabulosa expands into 4 new categories
May 7, 2021
Barking Brilliant
May 7, 2021
Introducing Feel Good: A new eco-friendly toilet paper by WEPA
May 4, 2021

WAREHOUSE

UKWA’s Clare Bottle wins prestigious award

Apr 10, 2024 The Warehouse

Clare Bottle from the UK Warehousing Association has won the Outstanding Leadership Award at the prestigious Trade Association Forum Awards. Now in its 21st year, the Trade Association…

Kite’s new custom-size box tool
Apr 10, 2024
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
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