The Compleat Food Group has purchased specialty food producer and distributor Harvey & Brockless, as it aims to open new markets for customers.

Harvey & Brockless specialises in premium cheeses, charcuterie, olives and deli products, distributed to a range of high-end hotels and restaurants, farm shops, delicatessens and food manufacturers.

With a headcount of around 500 people, the artisan food producer is understood to continue to operate under its own brand led by its current team, including managing director Nick Martin.

Compleat, which has a portfolio that includes brands such as Pork Farms, Wall’s Pastry and Wrights, said this acquisition is expected to see turnover surpass £1bn.

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Compleat CEO Nick Field said: “Harvey & Brockless has a long heritage and passion for sourcing the best speciality food from across the UK and the globe for its customers, which aligns perfectly with our mission of creating great quality food that people love to eat.

“The parallels between our two businesses are very strong, and with the fantastic product range of Harvey & Brockless, the acquisition will further extend The Compleat Food Group’s capabilities to the benefit of our existing customers, whilst also opening up new markets and customers for us to delight more consumers through our great tasting food.”

Martin added: “Since our early days selling cheese to Harrods, we have been committed to supplying the very best food from our network of artisan food producers in formats that are specific to our customers.

“In The Compleat Food Group we have found a partner who shares our passion for great food and will help us to grow and fulfil our future ambitions.”

The move marks Compleat’s latest strategic acquisition, following its purchase of private label chilled party foods, dips and deli fillings companies SK Foods and Zorba Foods earlier this year.