Opened in Ayrshire in 1945, Brownings is now a familiar name across Scotland.

Loyalty a key ingredient for Brownings the Bakers

Heritage and familiarity of a brand are key factors when it comes to consumer choice in the bakery section – and that is something c-store retailers can capitalise on, says Brownings the Bakers.
Snappy Shopper and MHouse are working together for the benefit of retailers.

MHouse and Henderson Technology enhance their services

Two leading convenience channel EPOS providers have enhanced their services by teaming up with digital shopping specialists.
The biennial ScotHot trade event is returning to the SEC Glasgow on 26 and 27 February, giving retailers the chance to explore a variety of opportunities.

ScotHot25 set to inspire retailers

Convenience retailers can stay ahead of the competition by making sure they visit ScotHot25, which is taking place at the SEC Glasgow on 26 and 27 February, say the event’s organisers.
Packs of Gnaw impulse chocolate bars are stacked on a countertop with a cafe scene in the background. Variants include Honeycomb + Caramel, Popcorn + Peanut, Sticky Toffee Pudding and Seville Orange.

GNAW chocolate brings a four-strong impulse range to the table

Artisanal chocolate brand GNAW has unveiled a new range of milk chocolate impulse bars as the brand aims to expand its presence across store floors.
Pack shots of Sneak Energy Transformers Frostberry Blast and Mango Meltdown.

Sneak Energy rolls out new Transformers energy drinks

Sneak Energy has teamed up with Hasbro to roll out a new limited-edition range of drinks in collaboration with classic carton series Transformers.

Soak up the end of summer sales with Innis & Gunn

Innis & Gunn aims to capitalise on the last of the sun for 2023 by driving up smaller formats, ideal for those elusive sunny days.
Pack shots of Mrs Elswood Classic Pickle Bites and Piri Piri Pickle Bites.

Mrs Elswood moves into the snacking category

Pickled gherkin brand Mrs Elswood is set to take a crunch out of the food-to-go market with the launch of its new Pickle Bites snacks pouches.

Scottish consumers want DRS according to new poll

Over two-thirds of Scots reportedly want to see a full DRS in place to boost recycling in the UK following on from concerns the scheme may be delayed to 2028.
Promotional image of the Winning with Unitas brand building blueprint initiative.

Unitas unveils Winning with Unitas brand building plan

Wholesale buying group Unitas has unveiled its new Winning with Unitas initiative, offering suppliers a key opportunity to drive up sales with the group's members.
A selection of spirits including Baileys, Haig Club, Gordons gin and Tanquery gin

Get into the spirit for Christmas gift season

Pernod Ricard UK quoted research by Toluna, saying that 60% of shoppers will give alcohol as a gift this Christmas despite current economic pressures.
A young girl sits on a bench enjoying a New York Bakery bagel with a bag of the bagels next to her and the New York skyline in the background.

New York Bakery back on the small screen

New York Bakery's 'Bakes You There' campaign has returned to TV screens for 2026 following strong consumer engagement with the marketing last year.
post-office

Retail ‘cannot subsidise Post Office’

ACS wants government to support c-stores .
Pack shot of Pilgrims Choice Dip & Dunk with Roasted Red Pepper.

Pilgrims Choice unveils Dip & Dunk snacks range

Cheese brand Pilgrims Choice is set to revitalise the natural snacking market with the launch of its new Dip & Dunk cheese snack packs.

Gulf fuels ambitions with retailers

Certas Energy has been supporting its Gulf forecourt retailers with its new technology innovations, helping to track the forecourt store and customer loyalty.
Halloween advert for Strongbow cider featuring its Dark Fruit variant with fruit in the background that have jaggy leaves attached made to look like bat wings.

Heineken launches Halloween marketing for Strongbow

Heineken UK has kicked off a new spine-chilling campaign for Strongbow cider to tie in the with popularity of the drink during the Halloween season.
Tunnock's delivery truck with the Dark Chocolate Caramel Wafer branding on the side drive along a country road.

Tunnock’s treats stand the test of time

Stock up on a range of chocolate biscuits that remain easily recognisable – and are even more popular – such as the range from Tunnock's.