Snow time like the present
There aren’t too many sleeps left till Christmas now. If you haven’t already done so it’s time to get your holiday season activity well...
A fresh start
AS 2014 has drawn to an end some fascinating and encouraging findings from specialist convenience channel market analyst HIM Research & Consulting suggested that...
Low calorie is on the rise
Health influencing category trends
Sugar cut as raspberry hits the UK
LIPTON has reduced the sugar content of all of its ice teas by 30%meaning that every 500ml bottle now contains less that 100 calories.
And...
Packing more in this year
LANARK-based Border Biscuits has expanded its Christmas gift range for 2016 and has introduced a new Chocolate Ginger Carry Pack.
Brand and innovation director Lesley...
Spar ready for the season
MINCE pies are back on shelf at Spar stores across Scotland, as the symbol gears up for the festive season.
Shooting the mud rapids
ADVENTUROUS kids are being invited to take part in their own version of the Tough Mudder obstacle and endurance race in a summer promotion...
Maximise your lolly – Ice cream
THE ice cream market is worth £933m in the UK and shoppers purchasing ice cream tend to spend more on an average c-store visit...
Friesland lends a helping hand
Dairy-drink producer Friesland Campina has been doing its bit to support frontline workers during the coronavirus crisis
Winter warmer from Speyside
Speyside whisky distillery The Glenlivet has added some warmth to its range of single-malts with the launch of a new rum-finished expression.
Health appeal fizzing up
CHRISTMAS is traditionally a time for indulgence. But while alcohol provides major retail revenue over the festive period, it isn’t the only show in...
Treats for furry friends
MARS Petcare has expanded its range of festive dog and cat treats for 2016.
And it is to spend £7.5m on TV advertising to promote...
From a land down under
CHRISTMAS is famous as a period when people are keen to try something new. It’s also a time when authenticity becomes important...
Energy drink is seeing red
Boost has expanded its energy portfolio with the launch of Red Berry .
Price-marking wine
Pernod Ricard has launched a new price-marked pack format for its Campo Viejo Rioja Tempranillo
Offering an egg alternative
Lily O’Brien encourages retailers to promote alternative chocolate products as Easter necessities.
