The Sterling Supergroup & Sharp-aX Computer Systems Ltd Partnership

We are excited to announce our partnership with The Sterling Supergroup – a true members’ buying co-operative. Partnered with the aim of providing sustainable services without compromise.

The Sterling Group have a long established history and a great reputation with suppliers and members alike.

Priding themselves on long-lasting and profitable relationships within the chain and co-operation is key and central to everything we do.

Committed to enabling a successful commercial future for our members, their suppliers, our suppliers and our customers.

Our size and structure provides the speed and agility needed to respond to market changes.

Knowledgeable and influential members meet regularly to identify initiatives that will benefit the growth and development of Sterling Supergroup and its members.

Close communication between the members and with head office results in a powerful and informed team that can react quickly to resolve challenges and take advantage of market shifts.

Sterling Supergroup is a member of the FWD (Federation of Wholesale Distributors)

Founded in 1966, the Sterling Supergroup is a true members’ buying co-operative, with 36 wholesalers and an annual turnover in excess of £500+ million.

The membership consists of family owned wholesale companies located throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland, supplying thousands of catering outlets.

Product ranges supplied include a full range of ambient, frozen, fresh & chilled foods, and non-foods.

The wholesalers within Sterling Supergroup support a national promotion programme arranged by the Head Office but retain their individual identity.

The Sterling Supergroup Limited celebrates it’s 60th Anniversary

Strength Through Co-operation – Sterling Supergroup Constitution

The Group is controlled by a board of members elected annually by the membership at the AGM. Regular members meetings are held and an Annual Conference takes place in September. All members are equal shareholders, irrespective of the size of their company.

The Group Head Office is non-profit making and all income is paid out in full to members.

he board is currently made up of the following Sterling Supergroup Members:

William Ly of Camseng International Food Distributors

Ali Alleyassin of ELC UK Ltd

Mark Wright of FB The Wholesaler

Gary Hannah of Hannah Foods

Nigel Chadd (Chairman) of J & R Foodservice Ltd

Yan Whitechurch of J & R Foodservice Ltd

Grant Le Tissier of Manor Farm Foods

Andrew Reid of Reids Foodservice

Paul Northeast of Strachans Ltd

Ryan Charalambous of T&L Wholesale


Posted: 9th October 2026

Posted in: General News

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