David Lonsdale

Events count in stores

Valentine's Day brought in some extra sales for Scotland but industry leaders warn of the tough economic times ahead as financial pressures mount up.
scottish-parliament

DRS ding dong at Scottish parliament

CPG focuses on ScotGov’s controversial proposals .
CCEP has highlighted its important Coca-Cola and Dr Pepper zero-sugar variants.

CCEP highlights healthy way to drive sales

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners has been stressing to convenience retailers the importance of stocking low and no-sugar soft drinks, as well as a good energy drinks range.
Chivas Brothers has shared its energy tech with the industry.

Chivas Brothers shares sustainability knowledge

Chivas Brothers is sharing its sustainability technology developments with others in the whisky industry in a bid to cut emissions.
A selection of 500ml Irn-bru bottles

Scotland’s Top Brands: 1. Irn-Bru

Spotlight on No.1 of the top Scottish food and drink brands of 2022, Irn-Bru

Haribo brings a new Z!ng

Haribo is set to drive up the demand for more sour sweets with the launch of its new Soda Twist Z!ng offering a nostalgic flavour with a tangy sensation.
Bottles of Glasgow 1770 Small Batch Series Wine Cask editions including Constantia Wine Cask Matured, Syrah Wine Cask Matured and Pineau des Charentes Wine Cask Matured. All three bottles stand on top of a wooden barrel.

Glasgow 1770 whisky experiments with wine casks

Local distiller The Glasgow Distillery has announced three limited edition single malt whiskies for Glasgow 1770 that have all finished in rare wine casks.
Exterior image of Day-Today Balloch.

United Wholesale Scotland ensures success lasts for operators

The team at United Wholesale Scotland prides themselves on its more personal touch when it comes to supporting its retailer estate.

Elaine C Smith tops the bill

The Scottish Grocer can reveal the host for the Scottish Grocer Awards 2023 as Elaine C Smith, known for her TV comedy roles and Christmas pantomimes.
Pack shot of Hovis Best of Both bread with That Christmas branding across it to mark the festive family film.

Hovis kicks off new Christmas competition

Hovis has kicked off a new promotion across its Best of Both loaves in partnership with Netflix's new family Christmas film 'That Christmas'.
Buxton water production line

Sustainability for the 2020s

With plastic pollution high on the consumer agenda, bottled water brands take action
The new hi-tech Petrotec AXON range follows on from the Hellonext EV brand.

Petroassist UK offers forecourt retailers fuel solutions

Petroassist UK has been highlighting to forecourt retailers the benefits of the hi-tech fuel solutions offered by Petrotec with its AXON range and Hellonext EV brand.
Still from the Wilkinson Sword 'Partners in Smooth' campaign with Formula 1.

Wilkinson Sword revs up Formula 1 partnership

Men's grooming brand Wilkinson Sword has kicked off a new campaign in partnership with Formula 1 featuring Atlassian Williams F1 team.
A bottle of Sarti Rosa splashes down in a liquid with two wine glasses next to it fill with the spirit and fruit, with pieces of fruit splashing into the liquid as well.

Sarti Rosa aperitif lands in the UK

Italian aperitif brand Sarti Rosa has made its way to the UK as the Campari Group aims to drive up excitement for the Spritz cocktail market.
L-R Joe Harris, Lonkero and Paige Gibbons, Lonkero both stand in front of the In-Drinks logo holding cans of Lonkero.

In-Drinks kicks off Catalyst competition

Business accelerator competition In-Drinks Catalyst has opened up entries as the trade show seeks to find the UK's best new drinks business once again.
Bags that have a massive amount of counterfeit tobacco products in them from a store raid.

Incoming Government urged to crack down on illicit traders

The Association of Convenience Stores has called on the incoming Westminster government to award more funding to HMRC to fight back against illicit trade.