Kitwave Group plc

Kitwave Group plc is a leading independent wholesale distributor specializing in the delivery of food, beverage, and tobacco products throughout the United Kingdom. With its origins dating back to 1987, the company has developed a robust network of 37 nationwide depots and a delivery fleet that supports a diverse set of clients including independent convenience retailers, leisure outlets, foodservice providers, vending operators, and other wholesalers. Kitwave Group offers a broad portfolio of approximately 44,000 products, ranging from impulse items such as confectionery, snacks, and soft drinks, to frozen, chilled, and fresh foods, as well as alcohol, groceries, and tobacco. The company is structured into key business segments: Ambient, Frozen and Chilled, and Foodservice, reflecting its strategic diversification through acquisitions and expansion into new markets. Serving over 46,000 customers and employing more than 2,100 people, Kitwave plays a vital role in the UK’s £33.5 billion wholesale food distribution market, enabling efficient supply solutions for both independent and large national businesses.