The new site will complement the existing depots within Alliance's national network in providing a range of products including tableware, packaging disposables, kitchen equipment and cleaning and hygiene products. The group has over 20,000 non-food product lines available to the hospitality industry. David Elder, chief executive officer, explained why it is important to grow the company's presence in Manchester: "Our regional depots are very important in giving us a bespoke 'on the ground' presence to deliver choice, value and opportunity direct to local, independent customers. "Customers, who want and need that localised knowledge and a personalised service to support their individual establishment – one size does not fit all!" Weblink: www.allianceonline.co.uk