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This year’s Unitas Connect Awards, once again brought together the very best of the UK wholesale industry for an evening dedicated to recognising innovation, partnership and outstanding achievement.
Held in front of more than 600 wholesalers, suppliers and industry colleagues, the awards celebrated the individuals, businesses and teams that continue to raise standards across the wholesale channel. From exceptional customer service and business growth to innovative partnerships and category excellence, the evening showcased the strength, resilience and ambition of the Unitas network.
The awards are an opportunity to recognise the incredible work delivered by our Unitas Wholesale members and supplier partners throughout the year. Their commitment to collaboration, investment and delivering value to customers continues to drive the industry forward, making these achievements truly worthy of celebration.
2026 Unitas Connect Award Winners
Congratulations to every finalist who earned their place among the industry’s best, and an extra special congratulations to this year’s winners. Your success reflects the passion, dedication and innovation that make the Unitas network one of the strongest communities in UK wholesale.
Thank you to everyone who attended and helped make the evening such a memorable occasion. We look forward to building on this year’s success and celebrating even more achievements together in the years ahead.
Member’s Employee of the Year
Jason Butler,
United Wholesale (Scotland) LTD
Rising Star
Award
Beth Jones
Pricecheck Brand Partners
Standard/Specialist
Member of the Year
Premier Exports
London Limited
Environmental & Sustainability award
Chetan Wholesalers
Ltd
Member Initiative
Award
United Wholesale (Scotland) LTD – Rainham Depot
AI Excellence
Award
Regal
Wholesale
Own Brand
Member of the Year
Lioncroft Wholesale Limited
On Trade
Member of the Year
Drink Warehouse
UK
Foodservice
Member of the Year
Country Fare Foodservice
Retail
Member of the Year
United Wholesale (Scotland) LTD
Supplier Awards
Foodservice Own Brand Product of the Year
Caterers Choice – Caterers Kitchen Plum Tomatoes 2.5kg
Retail Own Brand Product of the Year
LSV and Calbee Group UK Ltd – Local Living Snacks
Brand Campaign
of the Year
PepsiCo – Cheetos and Dinamita
Engagement Excellence Award
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners for Share a Coke
Service Provider of the Year
Insynq
On-Trade Supplier of the Year
Carlsberg Britvic
Foodservice Supplier of the Year
Unilever Food Solutions
Licensed Supplier of the Year
Sazerac Company
Impulse
Supplier of the Year
Swizzels Matlow
Grocery Supplier of the Year
Nestlé Food & Beverages