All Retail and Wholesale articles – Page 19
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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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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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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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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.
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NewsScottish Wholesale Association urges inclusion of wholesale in future emergency plans
The association is calling for a new emergency fund and improved understanding of the sector
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NewsFoodservice wholesalers predict bumper Christmas as office parties return
Wholesalers across the country are expecting higher sales as social occasions around festivities increase
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Category ReportBack with a bang: food to go trends 2024
Food to go has exploded in the past year, with annual unit sales at last overcoming the slump caused by Covid. Who’s cashing in?
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WebinarsWATCH: How can UK grocers ramp up success in rapid delivery?
Experts dig into the untapped potential of rapid delivery for UK grocers in our webinar and set out just how it can be realised. Watch now to hear unrivalled first-hand experiences of streamlining behind-the-scenes operations.
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NewsCity snapshot: Lacklustre footfall strikes another blow to retailers
Retail footfall fell again as a later-than-usual Black Friday and low consumer confidence meant customers were hesitant to hit the shops. Also, Heineken launches plans to build the Gulf’s first major commercial brewery in Dubai.
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NewsFinalists for The Convenience Awards 2025 revealed
The Convenience Awards 2025 takes place on 19 March at The Victoria Warehouse in Manchester