An independent family-run wholesaler is celebrating after winning not one, but two of the top industry accolades up for grabs at the prestigious TCS&D 2025 Awards.
Castell Howell Foods, a member of Caterforce, took home the highly coveted Livery of the Year and Refrigerated Transport Operator of the Year trophies at the UK’s cold chain awards after the TCS&D judges praised its 37-year history and commitment to improvement and innovation, placing the customer front and central.
The judges were impressed by how the Welsh family-run wholesaler champions regional produce and Welsh farmers, collaborating with local authorities to get locally grown vegetables on school menus, which in turn supports the local economy and reduces food miles. Judges commented on Castell Howell’s impressive and unrivalled livery designs which are purposely designed to showcase all the elements that the business is passionate about.
Martin Jones, Director of Transport of Operations said: “At Castell Howell, we pride ourselves on helping our customers, colleagues and the communities we serve to grow and thrive. We do this by embedding social, cultural, environmental and economic sustainability right across our business, which we’re delighted has been recognised by TCS&D.”
“We were up against some exceptional operators; many multinational companies with solid reputations and far greater resources than ourselves. These awards demonstrate the quality of our people and our commitment as a business to be the best at what we do. Our team is crammed with talent, energy and ability, which is the perfect recipe for success and high standards.
While I always knew we were great operators and that we have the best people, to have it recognised with these awards is incredibly satisfying and rewarding. This is great recognition for the hard work and dedication shown by everyone involved throughout the company.”
With the founding family still fully involved, Castell Howell has passed through the generations as seen in their leadership team, staff, customers, suppliers, partners and the wider community, which is testament to the company’s values, continuous growth and adaptability through the decades.
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