Current and former members of Parliament, members of Sir Anwar Pervez's family and colleagues and Sir Anwar all gather in Parliament to mark 50 years of Bestway as well as Sir Anwar's 90th birthday celebrations.

Sir Anwar Pervez and the Bestway legacy is celebrated at Parliament

Current and former members of Parliament have celebrated the life of Sir Anwar Pervez at Parliament as the businessman turns 90 years old.
Prep House syas it will offer retailers and consumers a variety of quality sauces.

Prep House in Scottish business drive

A leading provider of high-quality sauces, dips and gravies – Prep House – has set up an exclusive partnership with wholesaler Fife Creamery in order to expand its business in Scotland.
Simon Hannah, group chief executive officer at JW Filshill,(left) and Keith Geddes, chief financial and operating officer, (right) stand in front of the JW Filshill depot with one of the wholesaler's HGV vehicles behind them.

JW Filshill records strong financial results

JW Filshill has reported a strong financial year for the business, with a rise in annual turnover for the year to January 2024.
Sir Anwar Pervez, founder of Bestway Group.

Sir Anwar Pervez honoured with birthday tea with their majesties King Charles and Queen...

Founder of Bestway Group Sir Anwar Pervez was invited to join Their Majesties King Charles and Queen Camilla at the Royal Box at Royal Ascot Races.
Daniel Johnson, Colin Smith and Richard Lochhead at the Holyrood reception.

Scottish wholesalers make parliamentary delivery

Politicians have been given an insight into all channels of Scotland’s food and drinks sector during a Scottish Wholesale Association parliamentary reception at Holyrood.
A JW FIlshill branded lorry sits in the wholesaler's depot with the Filshill 150 Years Logo.

Filshill commits to success for landmark 150th anniversary year

Scottish food and drink wholesaler JW Filshill is set to celebrate its 150th anniversary this year, complete with plans for tech innovations and support for charities.
Exterior shot of Day-Today Anniesland.

United Wholesale Scotland introduces its digital transformation for store estate

United Wholesale Scotland has re-opened the doors to Day-Today Anniesland, unveiling the wholesaler's digital transformation and plans for the future in doing so.
Spar Scotland stores are witnessing an evolving programme of improvements.

Symbols work to win business

Scotland's quality wholesale and symbol group sectors have worked really hard during 2023 to ensure that their propositions are the best that they can be. And that is good news for retailers who may be considering switching fascia in the early part of this year.
Bloom in Profit display at a Bestway Wholesale depot featuring unique stands for the promotion including a host of brands and products.

Bestway Wholesale kicks off Easter campaign

Bestway Wholesale is set to support its retail customers this season with its new Easter campaign 'Bloom in Profit' promising exclusive promotions on big brands.
The UWS trade show, with a James Bond-themed awards dinner, was a big success.

UWS trade show highlights industry Bonds

United Wholesale Scotland rounded off its successful trade show with a 007-themed awards dinner. Meanwhile the Scottish Wholesale Association is gearing up for its Achievers Awards.

Convenience in brief | Scottish Wholesale Association, Spar Scotland and The Fed Awards...

Achieve the very best with the Scottish Wholesale Association WHOLESALERS have been encouraged to celebrate the best of their businesses once again by entering for...
Mackie's ice creams have increased in popularity across UK and international markets.

Convenience in brief | Mackie’s, Eldorado and PayPoint news

Scottish Grocer highlights three news stories that tell convenience retailers about the latest developments and news from Mackie's of Scotland, Eldorado and JW Filshill, and PayPoint.
Exterior image of Booker Longstone depot in Edinburgh with cars in the car park.

Booker symbol groups to benefit from Beer & Cider and Wine Festivals

Booker Wholesale is set kick off two festivals over the spring and summer to help drive up extra off-trade sales for its symbol group retailers.
Jisp's new wholesale loyalty solution works just like the Scan & Save app.

Jisp unveils wholesale rewards platform

Jisp, the award-winning technology solutions company behind the successful Scan & Save shopper app, has launched what it says is an industry-first wholesale loyalty and rewards platform for retailers.
The distribution centre and transportation play vital roles, says CJ Lang chief executive Colin McLean.

CJ Lang is a smooth operator

Building a good convenience proposition begins with getting the basics right – and that's what CJ Lang & Son Ltd seems to be doing in abundance.
UWS has identified significant growth initiatives across the business to the benefit of retailers and suppliers.

UWS sets out bold vision for the future

Bosses at United Wholesale Scotland (UWS) have revealed their ambitious plans to grow the business and become the perfect partner for its retailers and suppliers.