A woman accesses lockets at an InPost Locker site.

InPost acquires Yodel delivery service

Postal services firm InPost has acquired parcel delivery company Yodel in a move that further consolidates the firm's leading market position in the UK.

Bobby’s Mega Sour Spray Can shake up sweets

Bobby's new Mega Sour Spray Can is set to shake up the sweets aisle with a unique two-in-one flavour offer that capitalises on trending consumer flavours.
Tubs of Equi's ice cream variants sit against a purple background showing off the updated design, the flavours include Strawberry Cheesecake, Pistachio Swirl and Chocolate Hazelnut & Raspberry.

Equi’s unveils new look and ice cream flavours

Rutherglen-based ice cream makers Equi's have unveiled its updated look across its pack alongside three new ice cream variants exclusive to its parlours.
Former AG Barr commercial director Jonathan Kemp is joining the board of Welsh soft drinks firm Radnor Hills.

Jonathan Kemp joins Radnor Hills board

FMCG industry stalwart Jonathan Kemp, a hugely popular figure in the Scottish convenience channel and known for his time at AG Barr, is joining the board of Welsh-based soft drinks manufacturer Radnor Hills.
Image of the new promotion between Sprite and Pringles Hot!

Sprite partners with Pringles in a Hot new promotion

CCEP has unveiled its latest team up with the Kellanova snacks brand Pringles Hot! and Sprite in new POS materials rolling out to convenience stores.
Pack shot of Pilgrims Choice Extra Mature Cheddar.

Pilgrims Choice Extra Mature cheese wins trio of major awards

Cheddar cheese brand Pilgrims Choice has bagged a trio of awards for its Extra Mature Cheddar at the International Cheese and Dairy Awards.
Ben Lomond Open gin sits on a table with gin serves in glasses to the side with cocktail making tools.

Ben Lomond Gin tees off at The Open

Ben Lomond Gin has marked the start of The 152nd Open golf tournament with the launch of Ben Lomond The Open 2024 Special Edition gin packs.

McCain drives support for McDonald’s charity

McCain Foods has marked 35 years of the Ronald McDonald House Charities UK with massive donations to help take some stress out of families' challenging times.
Pack shots of Sterling Dual Capsule Xtra Yellow Limited Edition.

Sterling launches its first lemon-flavoured cigarillo

Cigarillo brand Sterling has launched a new lemon-flavoured variant with the roll out of Sterling Dual Capsule Xtra Yellow Limited Edition.

Objections mount

Sainsbury’s/Asda’s merger proving unpopular
Pack shots of Fox's Party Rings Trick or Treat Minis including multipack formats and single packs.

Fox’s brings a seasonal twist to Party Rings with new Halloween-themed packs

Fox's Burton's Companies has set up store owners to cater for guisers this year with its new Party Rings Trick or Treat Minis packs.
Nestle Christmas range 2024 sit in a basket.

Nestlé sets up its stall for Christmas

Nestlé has unveiled its new confectionery range for the festive season 2024 with new launches and returning favourites across its brands.

Pork Farms expands the options

The Compleat Food Group brand Pork Farms has expanded on its range with two new recipes in its portfolio in a bid to grow the chilled pastry market.

Tobacco levy plans rejected

The big talking point from George Osborne’s summer budget for convenience retailers was almost certainly the news that a new National Living Wage for workers...
Morrisons is testing a ban on sales of energy drinks to under-16s.

Grocer to test energy age restriction

SUPERMARKET chain Morrisons is to test a ban on sales of energy drinks to under-16s in six stores.
Almost 90% of shoppers consulted by HIM said they wouldn’t be doing a single big Christmas shop this year. Chocolate was the category that most (33%) said they were likely to buy for Christmas in c-stores.

C-stores set for strong season?

HIM sees major 2014 festive opportunities for local shops and CTP figures show how Scotland is different COULD 2014 end with a particularly strong Christmas...