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The distribution centre and transportation play vital roles, says CJ Lang chief executive Colin McLean.

CJ Lang is a smooth operator

7 March 2024
Product of the Year has rolled out its consumer-voted winners for 2024, highlighting some key Scottish trends in the process.

Product of the Year winners for 2024

7 March 2024

Market News | Diageo, Birra Moretti, Whitley Neill, Absolut

4 March 2024

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29 February 2024
Gin Bothy owner Kim Cameron is delighted to make it to Hollywood.

Convenience in brief | Gin Bothy, Nisa and Ardbeg news

22 February 2024
Appeal to students this St Patrick's Day through a new offering in the off-trade, such as be. cocktails from Global Brands.

Focus on student shoppers for St Patrick’s Day

21 February 2024
Variety is key to driving up sales in tobacco accessories, claims Republic Technologies UK.

Ways to cater to roll-you-own shoppers

21 February 2024
Bringing more options to the forecourt, such as Rollover's food to go offerings, could add on spend by motorists, says Certas Energy UK.

Options to fill up cars and consumers

20 February 2024
Ecotone aims to keep the morning meal healthy with its Whole Earth Drizzler range.

Ecotone and Dole push healthier breakfast options

20 February 2024
Jitka Fleglova, community engagement manager at Go Forth Stirling.

Convenience in brief | Stirling, UWS and CSG news

19 February 2024
Dr. Reddy's Laboratories has launched the over-the-counter Histallay allergy medicine.

Market News | Dr. Reddy’s, KP Snacks, Häagen-Dazs, Beefeater

19 February 2024
Retailers can introduce more customers to the BrewDog range with a variety of options.

Craft beer ‘outperforms market in c-stores’

16 February 2024
The new hi-tech Petrotec AXON range follows on from the Hellonext EV brand.

Petroassist UK offers forecourt retailers fuel solutions

16 February 2024
Mars sets out its stall for the Easter season with the launch of its branded treats.

Mars Wrigley reveals Easter line-up

15 February 2024
Pet treats are a major area of growth in the category, according to Mars Petcare.

Appeal to the pet shop buys

15 February 2024
Retailers should match the PMP offer to different demands across shoppers varied missions.

PMP solutions for snack times

14 February 2024
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