Wanis

Wanis is an importer which was founded in the UK by Tulsidas Wadhwani in 1964. Wanis specialises in ethnic products, importing from Africa, Carribean, South America, Asia and the Far East. Wanis offers over 8000 references in its cash & carry store. 

Wanis distributes products across the UK and Europe and its clients include ethnic retailers, supermarkets, wholesalers, ethnic restaurants, caterers, etc. 

Wanis also exports to over 20 countries. 

Wanis’s turnover is around € 79 million. 

Wanis won several recognitions including Outstanding Company 2014 by Plimsoll Publishing Ltd and Top Performing Businesses, UK Futures 1000 2012 by Deloitte. 

Wanis offers products in the following categories:

• Savory Grocery: rice, flour, sauces, seasonings, etc.

• Sweet Grocery: products such as confectionery

• Drinks: an assortment of beverages

• Frozen Food: a range of seafood

• Personal Care: skincare, face care, baby care, etc. 

Wanis offers brands such as Africa’s Finest, Baron, Carib, Chief, Baldwin, Miracle, etc. 

Furthermore, Wanis is also the exclusive distributor for Tropical Sun in the UK. 

The company manages its own warehouse which uses over 15% renewable energy using energy sources like solar panels. Furthermore, the company operates its own fleet of delivery vehicles, distributing across the UK and Europe. The company also arranges delivery for clients outside Europe.