Simon Trewin
FPC DIRECTOR / COMPAGNIE FRUITIÈRE COMMERICAL DIRECTOR
Simon has nearly 20 years of experience in supplying fruit and vegetables to the UK market place.
Starting as a supermarket buyer with Tesco, then Safeway, he has been a director of Capespan, Huntapac and SH Pratt Group, prior to becoming Commercial Director of Compagnie Fruitière UK in 2018. Being part of larger European operation, Compagnie Fruitière UK’s primary core business is the import and ripening of bananas from West Africa and Central America, supplying to approximately 25% of the UK market. CFUK also supplies pineapples, tomatoes and even coconuts to a number of UK sectors.
Simon is a keen advocate of the Fresh Produce Consortium, having previously been a member of the FPC board, prior to his move to Compagnie Fruitière. His focus, throughout his career, has been to develop and bring growth to the companies he has been with, helping to create a legacy for the future. He brings this experience to the FPC and this, together with his industry connections, makes a positive addition to the Board.
