A great response
The response of retailers to the tobacco retail display ban has been remarkable, meeting the challenge head-on with minimal disruption, reckons Andrew Miller, head of...
Aquavape has big ambitions
Vaping brand Aquavape has big ambitions for 2020, with the goal of expanding its footprint across the UK.
Vapour tales
JAC Vapour, a predominantly online-based e-cigarette company, has shared the results of a survey of the preferred flavours of over 3,000 of its customers.
The...
No smoke but plenty of fire for heat-not-burn
Philip Morris Limited, the firm behind heat-not-burn cigarette brand IQOS has suggested that increasing competition in the category has led to an acceleration in adoption, with more smokers making the switch to smoke free tobacco products.
Paper and tips for L&B RYO
Imperial Tobacco has launched two new formats and a limited-edition design for its Lambert & Butler Roll Your Own range
Cigar released at the double
SCANDINAVIAN Tobacco Group has launched a new dual filter cigarillo.
Patterned B&H editions say join the club
JTI is launching new limited-edition packs for Benson & Hedges Gold, which will be available this month for four weeks and while stocks last.
The...
Convenience king of cigars
Scottish stores are punching above their weight with premium performing well
BAT urges regulation over vapes
British American Tobacco is pushing the UK Government to introduce new legislation for the vaping industry to avoid an outright ban on disposables.
Plug the gap with cigars
NPD aimed at small pack shopper
CIGARS could plug the gap left behind by smaller packs of cigarettes leaving the shelves, according to Scandinavian Tobacco...
More to RYO than low price
HIGH levels of consumer demand for roll-your-own accessories is contributing to strong growth for the category.
Support to fight illicit trade
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has called on the UK Government for further support in cracking down on illicit trade.
Menthol is up in smoke this May
This spring will see a ban on menthol cigarettes come into force, but what does it mean for c-store retailers?
Value holds the key
IN common with many other tobacco companies JTI says price and value have become main influences on adult smokers when they are choosing products...
Don’t give up on e-liquids
WHEN it comes to vaping enthusiasts, convenience stores are often losing out to both online stores and specialist vape shops according to Imperial Tobacco
Prepare for the new generation
UNDER UK law that follows the EU directive known as EUTPD2, from 20 May 2017 it will be illegal in the UK to sell...








































