Republic Technologies' eco-friendly OCB range is a strong category performer, says the firm.

Broaden tobacco accessories range, says Republic Technologies

Retailers who offer tobacco accessories shoppers a broad range of products are benefiting most from the continued growth of the £35million Scottish market, says Republic Technologies UK.

Vinut pops in stores with Popping Boba Bubble Tea

Vinut is popping into stores in association with MAP Trading Ltd as the firm is set to capitalise on the bubble tea trend with its Popping Boba Bubble Tea.
A Biffa branded waste disposal truck is parked outside of a building.

ScotGov faces £166m court case with Biffa over DRS failings

Biffa's legal action against the Scottish Government is due to be heard at the Court of Session as the waste management firm seeks £166m in reparations.
A person stands at a Lucky Saint branded beer tap pulling a pint with bottle of Lucky Saint in front of him.

In-Drinks Glasgow launches 2025 show

Drinks sector trade show In-Drinks has confirmed it will return in March 2025, offering drinks brands the chance to showcase their products.
Pack shot of McCain Vibes Cheese & Onion.

McCain hits a Cheese & Onion Vibe with new launch

Potato products firm McCain hits a new vibe with the launch of its new Cheese & Onion flavour of its Vibes frozen snack pack format.
Exterior shot of Spar Renfrew.

Spar Scotland plays the right notes for symbol

CJ Lang & Son reckons it can offer a tailor made retail experience through the Spar Scotland for independent retailers.

Monster launches a crisp new flavour

CCEP is out to prove one Bad Apple can make the barrel with its latest launch in the Monster Energy Juiced range, Bad Apple.
An electronic billboard on the side of a building has the winter 2025 campaign for Estrella Galicia on it.

Estrella Galicia launches UK campaign and new format to build on growth

Premium Spanish beer brand Estrella Galicia is set to make a bold statement in the UK with its new campaign and 440ml canned format.
Lauren Rafferty, commercial development coordinator at Scotmid, Rodney Graham, managing director at Nudie Snacks and Steve Addison, local sourcing manager at Scotmid, all stand at a table for the Scottish Favourites competition with packs of Nudie Snacks sweet potato crisps.

Nudie Snacks crisps range hits Scotmid shelves

Innovative snacks brand Nudie Snacks has rolled out a trio of its flavours across Scotmid stores following the brand's win at the Scottish Favourites competition.
King Charles III outlined Labour's legislative plans in Parliament. Picture: flickr.com/House of Lords 2024/Roger Harris.

Concern over vapes debate

Vaping industry and convenience channel bosses are calling for a measured approach over planned legislation outlined in the King’s Speech and by politicians at Holyrood.

ScotGov to review HFSS restrictions

The Scottish Government has pressed pause on plans to restrict promotions on HFSS products until autumn following consultations on the matter.
Exterior image of Scotmid Burghead.

Scotmid moves into former Burghead church building

Retail chain Scotmid has unveiled its new and expanded Newburgh store having taken over a former parish church building in the community.
PayPoint till screen displaying the functions and in-store services available to retailers.

PayPoint teams up with TikTok on new vouchers

Payment services firm PayPoint has partnered up with social media site TikTok to offer vouchers in-store which can be redeemed on the app.

Spar acquires three Eddy’s stores

Spar Scotland wholesaler CJ Lang & Son has acquired three stores from Eddy's Food Station as the retail brand has announced it has gone into administration.

Time to get them in

The 2015 Scottish Grocer Awards was one of the best ever with an impressive list of established entrants and many great new contestants, and...
English rugby players James Haskell, Mike Tindall and broadcaster Alex Payne stand in a distillery holding glasses as Haskell holds a bottle of Rémy Martin VSOP as part of a campaign for the brand.

English rugby stars front new Rémy Martin VSOP campaign to bring shoppers to the...

Cognac brand Rémy Martin VSOP has teamed up with 'The Good, The Bad and The Rugby' podcast stars to introduce its range to a wider consumer base.