About AKAY Trade

Who We Are

AKAY Trade (Akay Irl Ltd) is a B2B wholesale trading company based in Shannon, Ireland. We specialize in sourcing and supplying spirits, beer, soft drinks, and FMCG products by the case, pallet, and container to commercial buyers worldwide.

We don't sell to the public. We work exclusively with restaurants, bars, hotels, retail chains, wholesalers, and duty-free operators who buy in bulk. Our buyers are licensed traders with business needs—not individual consumers.

What We Sell

• Spirits: Vodka, whiskey, rum, gin, brandy, liqueurs—from global brands and EU producers
• Beer: Lagers, stouts, craft, ciders—bulk quantities with flexible delivery
• Soft Drinks: Mixers, energy drinks, juices, waters—branded and premium
• FMCG: Toiletries, confectionery, grocery—supplementary to drinks orders

All goods are genuine, sourced directly from suppliers or verified distributors, and supplied with full documentation (invoices, pedigree certificates, where applicable).

How We Source

• Direct relationships with 1,000+ EU distilleries, breweries, and distributors
• Verified supplier vetting for authenticity and compliance
• Real-time pricing—our catalogue updates daily as costs and availability change
• Flexible terms—EXW, FCA, DAP, or FOB depending on shipment size and destination
• Customs expertise—we advise on T1 (under-bond) vs T2 (duty-paid), VAT, duty, and export requirements

Who We Serve

Restaurants & Bars: Case orders, multi-category assortments, regular supply on-demand

Retail Chains: Pallet volumes, scheduled deliveries, competitive unit pricing

Wholesalers & Exporters: Container quantities, T1 under-bond options, international logistics

Hotels & Resorts: Mixed cases, delivery-schedule flexibility, duty-paid stock

Duty-Free & Travel Retail: Under-bond sourcing, parallel trading expertise, premium pricing

Our Standards

• Authenticity: All products are genuine. No grey market or counterfeit goods.
• Transparency: Live pricing updated daily. No hidden fees. Clear terms on every quote.
• Documentation: Invoices, pedigree certificates (spirits), phytosanitary docs (FMCG) provided.
• Shelf Life: Beverages stored in optimal conditions. FMCG within acceptable windows.
• Compliance: All trades comply with excise, VAT, and import regulations for destination country.
• Speed: Quote within 24 hours. Typical delivery EU 3–7 days; overseas 4–8 weeks by sea.

Markets We Serve

Europe: Ireland, UK, France, Spain, Italy, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Poland, Nordic countries, and beyond. VAT reverse-charged within the EU.

Middle East & North Africa: Full export logistics, FOB Shannon or CIF destination terms. Customs paperwork support.

Africa: Sub-Saharan markets. Established relationships with import agents and distributors.

Asia: South Asia, Southeast Asia. Container shipments, FOB or CIF, full documentation.

Caribbean & Atlantic: Bermuda, Caribbean, Atlantic islands. Duty-paid and export options.

Duty Status: T1 vs T2

T1 (Under-Bond): Goods in customs suspension—no excise or import duty paid. Requires licensed importer or exporter. 15–40% cheaper. Ideal for registered wholesalers and parallel traders.

T2 (Duty-Paid): Excise and import duty already settled. Ready to sell immediately. Premium pricing. Standard for most EU retail and wholesalers.

We offer both. Your business model and destination determine which is right for you. Ask us to advise.

Why Choose AKAY?

• Experience: 36 years in wholesale—we know the market, the suppliers, and the regulations.
• Scale: 1,000+ suppliers, 6,000+ clients—we have reach and negotiating power for you.
• Transparency: Live pricing, no markup surprises, clear terms on every deal.
• Speed: Quote within 24 hours, ship within 48–72 hours, deliver in 3–7 days (EU).
• Expertise: Customs, duty, VAT, export regulations—we advise so you comply.
• Reliability: Authentic goods from verified suppliers. Documentation complete. No shortfalls.

How to Enquire

Browse the live catalogue at akay.ie, prepare a requirement list (brand, product, quantity), and send it to us.

We'll reply within 24 hours with pricing, stock status, delivery terms, and next steps.