All Retail and Wholesale articles – Page 5
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NewsWomen in Wholesale picks happiness as the driving theme for 2025
The new theme will influence topics and events planned by the organisation
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NewsSpecialist wholesaler Mevalco grows turnover to £10m despite import challenges
The wholesaler has grown its turnover by 6% despite import challenges
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Analysis & FeaturesThe Scottish Bee Company: evolving to embody ‘the essence of a Scottish larder’
Passionate about bees, Iain and Suzie Millar launched their business in 2017 with heather honey, before expanding into dressings, vinegars and a charity to promote pollinators
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NewsMason Foodservice joins Sterling buying group as it pursues ‘transformative’ expansion
The wholesaler added a new expansion to its warehouse in Leicestershire
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Comment & OpinionAmazon’s £1 meal deal is savvy but misses the point
Where can you get a lunch for £1 these days? Ironically, it’s not Poundland, whose meal deal will set you back £3. Instead, Amazon has emerged as the surprising champion of the round-pound lunch
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NewsBidfood cuts food waste sent to landfill by 92% in six years
Reducing food waste is one of Bidfood’s ongoing goals to achieve net zero status
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NewsMeek Christmas fails to save 2024 retail trading
UK retail sales increased by just 0.7% last year after a weak final quarter, as non-food sales remained in decline despite persistent inflation
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NewsCountry Range Group welcomes new wholesale member Valley Foods
Valley Foods supplies foodservice businesses in the Channel Islands from its base in Jersey
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NewsWholesaler Mr Lemonade saves £50k after implementing AI tech
The drinks wholesaler has used AI to improve back office, orders and payments
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NewsSpar Scotland donates over £175k to communities in 2024
The symbol group’s donations have supported initiatives including charities and local groups
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NewsSugro launches new partnership with equipment manufacturer
Members of the buying group will be able to buy warehouse and moving equipment at discounted prices
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NewsIceland launches joint venture to sell products in Nordics
Joint venture will also explore the potential for opening retail stores once the products have gained a foothold in the market
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NewsJJ Foodservice expands Mix & Save promotion to keep supporting restaurants
The wholesaler is pairing its promotion with a new commercial space to open in the new year
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InterviewsThe Wholesale Group MD Tom Gittins on becoming ‘the home of the independent wholesaler’
Confex and Fairway Foodservice have announced they will merge into The Wholesale Group in January 2025, in a move that has ‘shaken up’ the industry
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NewsHarlech Foodservice secures £1m education contract in the Midlands
This is the third six-figure education contract the wholesaler has secured in this quarter
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NewsTurner Price appoints first MD since Bidcorp acquisition
Paul Brittain has worked as finance director for the company since 2002
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NewsParfetts adds dried pasta to own label range to boost sales for indies
The three-strong range comprises Spaghetti, Fusilli and Penne, price-marked at £1.19 per 500g pack to build consumer loyalty
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NewsUnitas procurement scheme saves wholesale members £3m
The scheme offers members centrally negotiated rates on energy, stationery and packaging, among other things
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NewsWoods Foodservice secures new supplier agreements ahead of Christmas
The specialist wholesaler has added eight new suppliers to its roster
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Promotional FeaturesWhy CPG suppliers need to think differently about which brands matter most to customers
Getting an in-depth understanding of what consumers want from a CPG brand in the retail environment is crucial to gaining and retaining loyalty – and it’s not always easy for suppliers to judge. Now, a new retail study, launching in early 2025, will look at the factors shaping CPG success.