Michael Saunders, chief executive, Bibendum PLB

As Michael Saunders returns to his former role at Bibendum post Conviviality, Andrew Catchpole
asks what is to come

Bibendum to supply Market Halls’ pop-up venture

Bibendum has teamed up with Market Halls to supply the company’s new pop-up venture in Fulham.

Italian diversity paving the way for premium Prosecco?

A greater appreciation of Italy’s regions and varietal diversity could be laying the groundwork for the longevity of Prosecco, according to experts.

Alastair Pyatt returns to Jascots as head of buying

Jascots has appointed Alastair Pyatt to a newly created head of buying role.

Fattorini joins Berry Bros as head of FMV London sales

Berry Bros & Rudd (BB&R) has appointed Joe Fattorini as head of London sales for its in-house UK wholesale arm, Fields Morris & Verdin (FMV).

Bibendum and Matthew Clark owner C&C Group reports drop in profit

C&C Group has reported a drop in full-year net revenue and profit with sales hit by severe weather in the second half.

Michael Saunders returns to Bibendum as chief executive

C&C Group has announced former head of Bibendum, Michael Saunders, has re-joined the business as chief executive.

Bibendum and Matthew Clark reassure suppliers that it is ‘business as usual’

Bibendum and Matthew Clark have issued a statement to reassure customers that all contracts will be upheld, all outstanding supplier payments will be made and that scheduled retrospective discount payments will also be honoured.

Rising from the ashes

Opportunity and hard times lie ahead for the trade following Conviviality’s collapse and breakup of its empire. Lisa Riley assesses the impact on rival wholesalers

£10m fighting fund for Enotria and Coe

Enotria and Coe has announced that private equity owners BlueGem are to invest £10 million to support the growth of the company in the coming months.

Looking ahead after Conviviality's fall

Matthew Clark and Bibendum buyout pushed through

The proposed partnership deal between C&C Group and AB Inbev to save Matthew Clark and Bibendum from insolvency has been completed. 

C&C and AB InBev to acquire Matthew Clark and Bibendum PLB

Brewing company C&C in partnership with AB InBev are likely to save Matthew Clark and Bibendum PLB.

Conviviality breakup likely as £125m fundraiser fails

Conviviality Plc has failed to raise the £125 million needed to recapitalise the business following a tumultuous month which saw three profit warnings, its market value tumble, shares suspended and the departure of CEO Diana Hunter.

Conviviality to raise £125 million to avoid collapsing

Conviviality has confirmed its likely to go out of business if its fundraising bid to raise £125 million fails.

Shaking up the sparkling wine market

It’s long been the case that Champagne sales are a barometer of the times, with a rise or fall in fortunes reflecting the performance of the broader economy. This has held true in the UK market through various recessions and dips, and the current downturn in Champagne sales is no exception.

Diana Hunter steps down as Conviviality CEO

Bibendum adds 113 new wines

Bibendum has added 113 new wines to its portfolio ahead of its annual spring tasting next week.

Conviviality reshuffles leadership team

Conviviality has reshuffled its leadership team following completion of key integration elements relating to  recent acquisitions.

Saunders spreads his wings

Ex-Bibendum MD and Conviviality business development director Michael Saunders has stepped back from a full time roll at the UK drinks giant with plans to explore other avenues including consultancy to the industry.