The hi-tech, purpose-built JW Filshill distribution centre near Glasgow Airport.

Wholesaler good to grow

Forward-thinking wholesaler JW Filshill has moved into its new HQ and distribution centre, which will help the company's ambitious plans for expansion.

Scotland’s top brands: 31-40

Scottish Grocer puts the spotlight on the top Scottish take-home food and drink brands in Scotland using the list compiled by Kantar, here taking a look at brands 31-40.
Staff at the Co-op Caldon Road Store stand in front of the shop with a novelty pair of scissors and ribbon to mark the completion of its refit.

Irvine Co-op reopens its doors following refit

A Co-op store in Irvine has officially re-opened following on from a seven week programme to update and transform the store.
The Mills Milk team aim to ensure that the customer experience is always good.

Dairy far from run of the Mills

Bosses at Scottish dairy business Mills Milk have been explaining how the firm can help convenience store retailers, while Delamere Dairy has been highlighting a new Salted Caramel flavour.
Simon Hannah, chief executive at JW Filshill, stands inside the wholesaler's depot in Glasgow in the left image with the front cover of the Filshill 'Your Guide to the Vape Ban' in the image to the right.

All retailers to benefit from Filshill AI bot vape advice

Glasgow wholesaler JW Filshill has launched a new AI bot tool to support retailers across the UK with the upcoming disposable vape ban.
A range of wind turbines across a stretch of the sea.

Scotmid secures 10 year green energy deal

Scotmid Co-op stores are set to benefit from a supply of green energy following a deal between five Co-ops and renewable electricity generation firm RWE.
The front cover of the GroceryAid Impact Report 2023/24 with a woman placing a tray of baked goods onto a rack.

Demand for GroceryAid support rises

GroceryAid has highlighted the importance of its work in its latest Impact Report as the charity said it has seen a 93% rise in demand of its services.
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Wholesalers in COVID battle

WHOLESALERS have been handed a mammoth task thanks to a spike in demand caused by the coronavirus crisis.
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A spotlight on Scottish stores

Retailers work hard to provide vital services
A group of people open Jet Restalrig in Edinburgh using a pair of novelty scissors to cut a ribbon.

Jet Restalrig reopens following six-month transformation

Jet Restalrig has reopened its doors following a major six-month long refit that has completely transformed the forecourt store.
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It’s almost track and trace time

Time is running out for retailers who have still to apply for identifier codes to comply with new tobacco regulations

Starbucks extends no added sugar fraps

Arla is out to grow the demand for balanced Frappuccino variants with the launch of its Starbucks Frappuccino Caramel No Added Sugar drink.

Whaoo! crêpes flips over a new look

Norac Foods UK has unveiled the new look for chocolate filled crêpes brand Whaoo! featuring a more colourful and engaging design on pack.
Steve Rodell, managing director of retail at Christie & Co.

Investing in convenience stores ‘will pay off’

Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co believes convenience retail remains a solid sector in which to invest – according to its Business Outlook 2024 report.
Miconex managing director Colin Munro.

Miconex drives local and loyal way to profit

Colin Munro, the managing director of Scottish fintech firm Miconex, has been explaining the benefits to c-store retailers of two schemes that it runs.
Promotional image for Robinsons Ready To Drink range partnership with The Hundred to advertise hundreds of tickets to be won.

Robinsons bowls support for The Hundred

Consumers have the chance to win from hundreds of tickets to attend a match during The Hundred cricket tournament with Robinsons' new promotion.