Bestway, the UK's leading independent wholesaler, has revealed major developments to its depot operations as it seeks to adapt to the rapid growth of online ordering and delivery service across its business. 23 depots converted to 'delivery hubs' The key change above all is the establishment of dedicated fast-pick areas and loading bays to service delivery orders in 23 of its cash & carry d...

Asda is set to trial a new bulk buy warehouse concept at one of its leading store locations, according to reports in The Grocer, confirmed with Asda by IGD. The new format will share similarities with Sam’s Club, the warehouse club format also owned by Walmart. While details have yet to be finalised, it is likely that format will target independent retailers but unlike Costco will not charge a...

Tesco has announced the acquisition of Best Foods Logistics, the leading logistics operator in the UK foodservice sector, previously part of the Bidcorp (Bidfood) wholesale group.  This brings significant incremental scale and reach to the Booker foodservice business.  As well as adding some £1.1bn of turnover, Best Foods boasts a portfolio of major national business customers from the UK out-of-...