Pet industry specialist · UK/EU market entry

Enter the UK/EU market with confidence

Greg Hendry works with global pet brands and businesses to enter, build, and scale in the UK and EU. Over 40 years of hands-on industry experience across sourcing, distribution, and commercial growth.

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40+
Years in the pet industry
UK
Established distributor & retail network
£M+
Cost savings delivered for clients
Experience includes
What Greg does

Practical support across every stage of growth

Entering or expanding in the UK market requires more than strategy alone. It requires the right connections, the right structure, and the ability to execute effectively.

01

UK/EU market entry

Define the right route to market, structure distribution, and position your brand for success from day one.

  • Route-to-market strategy
  • UK/EU pricing & positioning
  • Territory & partner structuring
02

Product sourcing

Identify reliable global suppliers, reduce costs, and improve supply chain efficiency without compromising quality.

  • Global supplier sourcing
  • Cost reduction & margin improvement
  • Faster lead times
03

Distribution strategy

Build a structured network that avoids channel conflict, protects margins, and supports long-term growth.

  • UK distributor identification
  • Territory & exclusivity management
  • Direct-to-retail strategies
04

Logistics, shipping & tax

Navigate VAT, duties, and shipping partners to move goods into the UK efficiently and compliantly.

  • Import/export strategy
  • VAT & duty guidance
  • Shipping partner selection

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Trusted experience in the pet industry

Greg Hendry has spent more than 40 years in the pet industry, building a career across product development, sourcing, sales, and commercial leadership. Having held senior roles with Rosewood Pet Products and Happy Pet Products, he brings a rare combination of strategic insight and practical market knowledge.

Greg has led programmes for Pets at Home and Jollyes, with a consistent focus on improving margins and delivering commercial results. Today he works with brands entering or growing in the UK market.

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How it works

A simple, structured approach

From first conversation through to execution and growth.

01

Discovery

Understanding your product, commercial objectives, and where you want to get to.

02

Strategy

A tailored plan covering route to market, pricing, distribution, and sourcing.

03

Implementation

Hands-on support across setup, partner introductions, and commercial structuring.

04

Growth

Ongoing guidance to improve margins, refine distribution, and scale the business.

Ready to enter or grow in the UK/EU market?

Whether entering the UK or EU for the first time or improving an existing operation — let's talk.

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