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Scottish Grocer showcases some new products that convenience store retailers might want to consider stocking to drive up sales.
KP urges retailers to seek snacks to sales conversion
The bosses at KP Snacks reckon that convenience store retailers can capitalise on friends gathering together to watch the forthcoming Rugby World Cup matches.
Co-op and Amazon land
AMAZON grocery and the Co-op have joined forces for a grocery pilot scheme in Glasgow.
Lurpak unveils first plant based spread
Leading UK dairy brand Lurpak has entered into the plant-based market for the first time with Lurpak Plant Based, responding to a rising consumer demand.
ScotGov outlines loss of profits from vape ban
The Scottish Government has outlined the collective loss of profit that the incoming disposable vape ban will have on Scotland's retailers.
SNÜ launches Fizzy Energy nicotine pouch
Nicotine pouch brand SNÜ is launching a Fizzy Energy flavour across convenience, wholesale and independent retailers and claims its latest NPD will help store owners to capitalise on category growth.
Buckingham Palace enters the RTD cocktail market with new Royal Collection Gin & Tonic...
The Royal Collection Trust, a department of the Royal Household, has introduced its new Buckingham Palace Gin & Tonic in a Tin as a new addition to its gin range.
Sweet success for Mackie’s of Scotland
Mackie's of Scotland has hit a new milestone in its distribution across the UK with a presence for the brand across 1000 stores in the grocery channel.
Cadbury unveils its Easter range for this spring
Mondelēz International has unveiled its line-up for the Easter 2025 season, complete with returning favourites as well as new products for consumers this year.
Kemp announces retirement from AG Barr
Industry stalwart Jonathan Kemp, commercial director at AG Barr and a hugely popular figure in the convenience channel, has announced his plans to retire.
The scale of Scotland’s illicit vape trade
A new report has found that nearly 16,000 illicit vape devices were seized in Scotland last year, highlighting the scale of the illegal trade in the country.
Scrub Daddy strengthens its partnership with Disney
Scrub Daddy, the sponge that was made famous by being adopted by cleaning influencer Mrs Hinch, has tied up again with Disney to launch a Mickey Mouse Scrub Daddy and a Minnie Mouse Scrub Mommy.
Disposable vape ban ‘a complete failure’ one year on
New research has found that disposable vape devices continue to make their way into the UK market despite the introduction of a ban on them in June 2025.
Barr powers up the Bru
Barr Soft Drinks is set to power up the energy drinks category with the launch of the new range of drinks PWR-BRU expanding on its energy range.
Hancocks shares must-stocks for Easter season
Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is urging retailers to make the most of the longer Easter season this year by stocking up on a strong range of themed treats.
Barratt teams up with Universal on new Minions movie
British confectionery firm Valeo Foods UK has unveiled a new collaboration with the Minions film franchise across its Barratt Sweet Shop and Poppets! brands.
