Kerryfresh Management Buyout May 2026

: Despite initial growth efforts, the business faced significant cash flow pressure following the 2017 collapse of wholesaler Palmer & Harvey , one of its major industry partners.

: At the time of the deal, Kerryfresh utilized a fleet of over 300 refrigerated vans to deliver more than 400 chilled products—including brands like Wall's and Urban Eat—directly to independent retailers. kerryfresh management buyout

: Under the management of Fresh to Store , the company expanded by acquiring the chilled van business Stocked from Indigo Food Group in February 2016. : Despite initial growth efforts, the business faced