Landmark and Today’s merger gets green light

Landmark Wholesale and Today's Group are set to merge after members overwhelmingly backed a joint proposal from both buying groups' boards
Aerial image of a bp Asda on the More forecourt station with car wash and tyre services.

Forecourts see benefit of fully managed model, says Air-serv

Air-serv has talked up the benefits of a fully managed model for the forecourt sector following a successful partnership with Asda locations in the UK.
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Brexit means challenges

Scottish independent retailers say Brexit is already affecting business
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Kopparberg launches ‘Bring me Sunshine’ campaign for summer

Swedish cider brand Kopparberg has unveiled what it has called its "biggest national campaign" to date with the new 'Bring Me Sunshine' marketing.
Envipco president Bob Lincoln (right) and Edinburgh South West MP Joanna Cherry watch school kids at the launch of the RVM trial

Date set for DRS

DEPOSIT return is set to go live on 1 April 2021. New regulations published by the Scottish Government outline how DRS will work in Scotland. While...
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Terry’s offers shoppers the chance to win £10k in new campaign

Chocolate brand Terry's is offering consumers to pocket £10,000 in cash as part of its new summer campaign to drive up opportunities for gift sales.
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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.
Packs of Radnor Hills Toy Story 5 collaboration in Apple and Orange flavours, these are set against a blue background on top of a wooden table.

Radnor Hills unveils new Toy Story 5 collaboration

Soft drinks firm Radnor Hill has partnered with The Walt Disney Company and Pixar with a new on-pack promotion with Toy Story 5.

Industry fires Brexit warning shot

Leaders warn no deal could spell disaster for Scotland SCOTLAND’S food and drink manufacturers and wholesalers have come together to sound the alarm over Brexit. In...
Promotional image for the Ben & Jerry's exclusive retailer competition for summer 2026.

Ben & Jerry’s spreads community spirit with retailer giveaway

Ice cream firm Ben & Jerry's is offering independent retailers the chance to win a summer picnic event for their local community in a new exclusive competition.

Rise in retail crime is costing billions

The latest crime report from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) paints a worrying picture, with retailers and store staff frequently facing threats, abuse and assault
The special-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads seasonal Halloween innovation features “Big Kids” jelly pieces in spooky monster-head shapes.

Mondelēz International unveils Halloween line-up

Snacks and confectionery giant Mondelēz International has revealed details of its Halloween 2026 goodies – including a limited-edition Sour Patch Kids Monster Heads NPD.
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Camelot launches lottery legal challenge

NATIONAL Lottery operator Camelot has issued High Court proceedings against the Gambling Commission, over its decision to hand the next lottery licence to Allwyn...
A woman sits drinking from a can of Pepsi Cherry & Vanilla Flavour in a park.

Pepsi launches summer campaign for ice cream flavours

Soft drinks brand Pepsi has introduced a new marketing campaign around its Pepsi Treats ice cream flavours complete with a new and unique character.
Adam Hardie, head of food and drink at Johnston Carmichael,

Small businesses will need more time for DRS

Adam Hardie, head of food and drink at Johnston Carmichael, chartered accountants and business advisers, looks at DRS
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Cutting waste with Gander app can save cash

Food waste reduction app Gander is on the path for growth this year as the firm gets ready to roll out across Snappy Shopper delivery.