Retail rents down but more stable than 2013
Commercial property agent sees more areas reporting steady rent values. But Scotland’s retail performance is mixed and issues remain, says Colliers.
THE years since the...
Quality at the right price says Koolmax
REFRIGERATION supplier Koolmax offers a comprehensive range of chiller and freezer equipment, throughout the UK, as well as a full energy-efficient lighting service. And...
A convenient climate truth
OVER one third of consumers believe that shopping at convenience stores is better for the environment, according to a new report from TWC.
Money isn’t just for new store projects
by Adrian Foster
SECURING finance in the retail sector has been perceived to be challenging over the last few years, but we have certainly seen...
Birth of a brand
James Butcher of S4RB considers the tools required for a c-store retailer to make their own private-brand products successful.
Brands are important business for Scottish...
Westminster plays the shame game
Some big names, including one major high street fashion retailer, were among the latest companies “named and shamed” for failing to pay the national...
Jet is set for a makeover
New forecourt design will be rolled out across network
Petrol pay phone
TECHNOLOGY firm Micros Systems has launched MiFuel, a system that enables drivers to pay for fuel with mobile phones.
With MiFuel, drivers register once and...
Fuelling flexibility – Greenergy offers deals to suit
THE UK’s fuel supply market has changed dramatically in recent years with many of the oil giants ending their involvement in refining in the...
It’s EPOS systems go at MFG
The entire Motor Fuel Group (MFG) estate is now using evoPOS EPOS systems from TLM Technologies.
Tapping into social can drive footfall
Convenience retailers share their tips on how to make the most of social media for your store .
An electric charity drive
NEW and used car dealer Lookers has been charging ahead with an alternative fuel themed charity initiative.
Land reform to affect all
Giant estate agent says community right to buy could change rules in towns as well as rural areas
LAND reform plans of the Scottish Government...
Nisa’s £6m price help for c-stores
Nisa has announced a £6 million investment into the wholesale price of more than 1000 branded products as part of its bid to support its retailers.
Shelf space – the competition frontier
Brand owners may well offer incentives to ensure good positions in store but if that excludes competitors there could be competition concerns
FROM fridges to...
Campaign collides with government
Westminster rejects calls for a fuel price regulator


































