Product Offerings
Products:
Fresh Fruits: Berries, Cherries, Tropical Fruits, Exotic Fruits
Vegetables: Salads, Leafy Greens, Root Vegetables
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Fresh Fruits: Berries, Cherries, Tropical Fruits, Exotic Fruits
Vegetables: Salads, Leafy Greens, Root Vegetables
Dole UK Ltd is one of the United Kingdom’s premier importers and distributors of fresh fruit and vegetables, operating as part of the global Dole plc network. Based in Liverpool, the company ensures the seamless supply of high-quality fresh produce to retailers, wholesalers, and foodservice providers across the UK through a strategically managed import and distribution infrastructure.
Dole UK operates under the parent company Dole plc, one of the world’s largest producers and marketers of fresh fruits and vegetables. With a history dating back to the mid-19th century and global operations headquartered in Ireland, the Dole brand expanded its reach in the UK market through local subsidiaries, with Dole UK established as the key import and distribution arm.
Dole UK’s core business lies in:
The company is also a pioneer in sustainable sourcing and traceable supply chains within the fresh produce industry.
Dole UK’s extensive product portfolio includes:
Fresh Fruits:
Vegetables:
These products are packaged for retail (under the Dole brand) or distributed in bulk for wholesale and foodservice use.
Dole UK differentiates itself through:
As part of Dole plc (NYSE: DOLE), the parent company reported consolidated global revenues of $9.2 billion in 2023. Dole UK Ltd contributes significantly to the European region, with estimated annual UK turnover exceeding £150 million, based on import volume and retail partnerships.
According to UK customs and trade data:
Dole UK supplies a wide range of clients, including:
The company offers both branded and private label solutions tailored to client specifications.
Dole UK manages advanced operational facilities, including:
Their integrated import-to-shelf model allows maximum freshness, minimal waste, and rapid scalability for seasonal demands.
Dole UK adheres to the highest standards of food safety and ethical sourcing, holding:
“Dole’s bananas and berries continue to meet our highest standards—consistency, freshness, and shelf-life are always excellent.”
— Produce Buyer, UK Retail Chain
“The traceability features from Dole have improved our own sustainability reporting and helped us meet CSR goals.”
— Procurement Director, Hospitality Group
Dole UK remains a cornerstone of the British fresh produce sector, combining global agricultural excellence with innovative, sustainable, and customer-focused logistics tailored for the modern food economy.
Food and Beverage Manufacturer, Distributor