Lynas acquires JB Foods to strengthen service and supply in Scotland

“This is a significant step in strengthening our long-term commitment to Scotland and supporting future growth”

JB Foods, a respected, family-run foodservice wholesaler based in Edinburgh, officially joins the Lynas Family

As a third-generation, family-run business, Lynas has grown from our roots in Coleraine to serve customers across Northern Ireland, the Republic of Ireland and Scotland, always with a focus on delivering great service and building strong relationships.

JB Foods has served Scottish catering for more than 60 years, earning a reputation for quality, Scottish provenance and trusted service. Their history and commitment mirror our own, making this partnership such a natural fit for the future.

Why this is an exciting step forward

For our customers, our teams and the markets we serve, this marks a fantastic opportunity. With Lynas’ established presence in the west of Scotland and JB Foods’ long-standing base in the east, together we will be able to offer:

  • Stronger and more reliable stock availability

  • A broader product offer

  • Increased delivery capacity

  • A strengthened Scottish warehouse network

  • Additional expertise in fresh produce 

Continuity where it matters most

JB Foods will continue to operate under the JB Foods brand and we’re pleased that Lee Brown (Managing Director) and Charlotte Brown (Commercial Director) will continue leading the business. Their leadership will ensure continuity and consistency for customers.

We already share a strong alignment through our long-standing membership of Caterforce, reinforcing this as a partnership built on shared experience and a customer-first approach.

Reassurance for customers, suppliers and partners

To provide clarity and confidence during this transition: 

  • Your usual contacts remain the same 

  • Ordering, deliveries and day-to-day operations continue as normal 

  • All existing agreements and relationships remain unchanged 

  • You will continue working with the same teams you know and trust 

A warm welcome to our new colleagues

Andrew Lynas, Managing Director Lynas Foodservice said:

“To everyone at JB Foods, a massive welcome to the wider Lynas Family. I’m looking forward to this next chapter and to building an incredible business together in Scotland.”

If you have any questions, please reach out to your usual Lynas or JB Foods contact. 

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