Stonegate group is to broaden its cask and keg beer offering by working with The Beer Company.
James Calder, chief executive of SIBA
The announcement comes after the pub company asked for bids from suppliers. There was a rival bid from the Society of Independent Brewers (SIBA), but the group was unsuccessful.
James Calder, chief executive of SIBA, said: “SIBA’s bid focussed on the diverse and high-quality range of beers available from independent breweries, on best-in-class technology, and on premiumising the category.
“We are understandably disappointed not to have been chosen to move forwards in partnership with Stonegate. However, this was a competitive tender process and we respect the decision of Stonegate to work with The Beer Company. We wish Jo and the team at Stonegate good luck for the recovery ahead.”
