Parfetts has strengthened its reputation as one of the UK’s leading wholesalers after being crowned Best Retail Wholesaler at the FWD Awards for the third year in a row. The recognition caps a landmark year for the employee-owned business, marked by record performance, rapid expansion and turnover reaching £733m.

The companies national footprint has enhanced with the launch of the new depot in Southampton, and their delivery service across the South East and South Coast. The rapid growth is demonstrated as the team anticipate over 2,000 stores in 2026.

Noel Robinson, joint managing director of Parfetts, said: “Parfetts supports retailers and their communities across the country. And because we are employee-owned, we can keep investing in better service and support. That commitment sits at the heart of the business, and it is good to see the team’s hard work recognised with a national award of this calibre.”

Parfetts’ continued momentum has been driven by sustained investment in infrastructure, its employee-owned model, and the successful launch of new fascias including Shop & Go and The Local.

Guy Swindell, joint managing director at Parfetts, added: “The award crowns a year of hard work and transformational growth. We have expanded our service into new regions and maintained our focus on providing retailers with the support they need to trade with confidence. It is a credit to every colleague who puts customers first and drives the business forward.”