Exterior shot of a Co-op EG Group On The Move forecourt site.

Co-op and EG are On The Move in new forecourt sites

Co-op and the EG Group are set to open three new forecourt sites across Scotland as the convenience retail chain aims to build its franchise ambitions.

Eating your way all around the world

GLASGOW-based wholesaler Lomond - The Wholesale Food Co has launched a new sandwich range aimed at helping retailers stand out from the crowd. There are...
A person is using the *shopt retailer app on their phone in store.

A one size fits all solution in retail comes from *shopt

Retailer rewards app *shopt has talked about the strengths of its offer for Scottish retailers with its product information and cash generating rewards service.
FTG becomes increasingly relevant in the summer according to IGD.

Parents adapt to summer holidays

IGD find shopper habits shifting with the season SUMMER sunshine has brought shifts in shopping habits, training and research charity IGD has found, as the...
The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment Programme's Business Support Research Survey aims to cover the industry's entire supply chain.

Net Zero survey open for Scottish food and drink firms

The Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Net Zero Commitment Programme has launched an industry-wide Business Support Research Survey and is urging firms across the sector to take part.

Growing the family

Famous Scottish biscuit giant Tunnock’s prepares for expansion to meet growing demand FEW brands are as recognisably a part of the Scottish culture as Tunnock’s. The...
Motor Fuel Group Wheel2Win promotional image offering consumers the chance to win £10,000 cash through the firm's Spin-To-Win game on the app.

MFG drives footfall for forecourts

Independent forecourt operator Motor Fuel Group has kicked off a new prize promotion offering shoppers the chance to win a massive £10,000.

Drinks key to a great night in

PIZZA, curry, crisps, confectionery – all staples of a Big Night In. But while the food on offer is important, the drink options can be what make or break an evening.
Rachel Reeves, chancellor of the exchequer, stands at a podium delivering a speech with a TV screen featuring her to her left.

ACS warns of £634m cost from Budget

The ACS has warned of a massive hike in costs for c-store owners of £634million should certain policy changes be implemented in the Autumn Budget.
Scottish bakery items at the Co-op

Bakery leads surge in Scottish sales

HOME-GROWN food and drink is growing in popularity among Scottish shoppers, according to the Co-op.
Images of David Lonsdale, director of the Scottish Retail Consortium, and Pete Cheema, chief executive at the Scottish Grocers' Federation.

Business groups’ plea for rates relief in Scottish Budget

Members from across convenience have sent a co-signed letter to Scotland's finance secretary urging for rates relief on retail stores in the Scottish Budget.

Bringing in the cheddar

A festive fifth-uplift for cheese

Shifting habits in Scottish alcohol markets

Summertime events boosted up sales despite a change in drinking attitude with consumers ALCOHOL is the biggest sector within food and drink and, as such,...

Costcutter reaches supply deal with Co-op

THE Co-op and Costcutter Supermarkets Group have confirmed an agreement that will see the Co-op become the exclusive wholesale supplier to CSG
Republic Technologies has introduced some innovative products to the market.

Variety is spice of life for RYO

Retailers can capitalise on the growing tobacco accessories market in Scotland by ensuring they offer shoppers lots of choice, reckons Republic Technologies UK.
Man with gum at work

Banking on bottles

Bottle formats seeing increasing success for gum, say producers