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...
Scotfresh uses a single supplier – Liberty Flights – for all its e-cigarettes across its store estate. Six lines account for more than 50% of sales.

Keep simple and make it visible

THE vaping market is now worth almost £160m in the UK, according to the latest findings from Nielsen, and is predicted to continue growing, but, we asked, how can c-stores ensure they get a share of this relatively new market?

Vaping as standard

E-cigarettes and vaping equipment are to have their own product safety standard in a bid to prevent unsafe products being sold in the UK. The products...

Stepping into convenience

Vapouriz Group has entered the convenience category with the launch of its first shop within a shop format .

Sluggish tobacco sell-through could leave retailers in the lurch

New data reveals nearly half of cigarettes sold in last week of March were non-compliant with pending regulations NEW sales data from March has revealed...
The Imperial ignite programme offers retailers the chance to bag rewards including iPads and security tools.

Rep relationship now more crucial

New app is helping manufacturer combat the trade in illicit tobacco PRICING is key in the highly competitive UK tobacco market according to the JPS,...

JTI launches new trade platform

JTI has rolled out an updated and improved independent retailer focussed platform with JTI 360, offering the latest news updates and prize opportunities.

NY NY for 100th birthday

INTERNATIONALLY distributed cigarette brand Camel is celebrating its 100th anniversary this year. To mark the centenary JTI is launching a series of limited-edition packs...

Illicit tobacco on the rise

New figures a cause for concern ILLICIT tobacco sales have become a real cause for concern, with the introduction of covered gantries and standardised packaging...
OCB Box

More to RYO than low price

HIGH levels of consumer demand for roll-your-own accessories is contributing to strong growth for the category.
JTI rep with vapes

JTI shakes up the field sales force

JTI has overhauled its field sales force in the biggest shake up for the team in decades.
JTI and Imperial have been working with stores on menthol ban compliance.

Menthol ban is now in effect

CIGARETTE manufacturers have been taking back menthol cigarette stock from retailers in the wake of last month’s menthol ban
Nordic Spirit

A spirited start to the year

JTI’s nicotine pouch brand Nordic Spirit has had a strong start to 2021, having scooped a Product of the Year award.

Growth there for the taking

Cigar manufacturer STG UK spies opportunity in convenience

Rates relief to be lifted from vape shops

The Scottish Government has announced its plans to lift the business rates relief discounts on vape stores across Scotland from April 2027.

JTI takes NAS

JAPAN Tobaco Inc, the giant tobacco company that owns Benson & Hedges, Mayfair, Amber Leaf and many other brands has acquired the Natural American...