IER Interview:Cookology MD
appliances with the rise of Cookology As major appliances in cooling and laundry continue to generate the highest revenue in the UK, and cooking appliances experience the fastest growth, IER managing editor, Stuart Hopwood met up again with Andrew Wright, Founder and CEO of Cookology to obtain a greater insight into the successful evolution of Cookology, his company’s first in-house appliance brand launched in 2014.
Stuart Hopwood (SH): Having met earlier this year at the opening of your new offices and showroom in Shenfield, Essex, I admired your continued optimism of growth. So how has business been within both the independent retail and B2B sectors? Andrew Wright (AW): Now over a decade old, Cookology has gained significant momentum in the domestic appliance market and this year, the brand is experiencing tremendous growth in the B2B sector with trade revenue up 200% year on year. Now considered one of the UK’s fastest-growing kitchen appliance brands, Cookology has achieved historical scale. Driven by expanded retail partnerships and a growing appetite for complementary kitchen and home appliances, UK customers are actively seeking out Cookology ovens, hobs and cooker hood sets, fridges, freezers, and wine coolers for their excellent quality, functionality, and aesthetic appeal.
SH: How well received was the introduction of the Cookology T2 trade range? AW: Available to trade customers only, T2 is the latest range by Cookology offering 40 different models designed for everyday cooking and laundry in the modern home. Including a core mix of appliance essentials at wholesale pricing, all T2 products are supplied with an exclusive 2-year warranty as proof of quality, and to give peace of mind from day one.
SH: You have mentioned the New B2B Trade portal soon to be ‘live’. What is this? AW: Trade customers can access all new and existing product ranges using the new Cookology B2B Trade portal, which goes live in September 2026. Making the process of buying our products easier, faster, and more flexible, the new B2B trade portal offers our customers a secure, 24/7 self-service hub to save time, and streamline the sales process.
SH: As an advocate of always supporting independent retail, how do you see future growth opportunities? AW: Always looking to leverage the brand, we are now an approved supplier to both CIH
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