A broad range is worth the effort
Vape Dinner Lady on vaping success in convenience
Black market 50% up
THE UK saw an almost 50% rise in the consumption of counterfeit and contraband cigarettes in 2014, according to a KPMG report published last...
Making vaping work in c-stores
Vaping is big business for many c-store retailers, while others are yet to make the category work for their store.
Protecting under 18s
THE British American Tobacco (BAT) company has ramped up its youth access prevention campaign VERIFY.
Cater to key trends in nicotine, says Imperial Brands
Key consumer trends will make all the difference in sales and Imperial Brands is out to ensure that all store owners know what this means for the nicotine section.
Joining the Club
Retailer Iqbal Sadiq discusses the impact of the revamped Kensitas Club at St George’s Post Office and Spar Maryhill
Tobacco giant aims to help retailers through changes
Imperial continues with legal action but says ‘be prepared’
Imperial Tobacco is launching Partnering for Success, a project designed to give retailers information and guidance...
Responsible vape retailing
JTI has been taking steps to keep disposable vapes out of the hands of children and the firm is calling on retailers to play their part.
New pressure from home and abroad
Euro rules, another push for plain packs and the coming small store cover-up play into the hands of crime bosses but make it all...
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.
More menthol pods
JTI has expanded the number of menthol options in its Logic Compact Intense range, offering consumers new alternatives in the wake of the menthol cigarette ban
NPD excites in convenience
NEW product development is one of the biggest weapons in a brand’s arsenal when seeking to grow category sales – and tobacco accessories are no exception.
Awards Profile – Tobacco Retailer of the Year
Scottish Grocer caught up with Best One South Bridge owner Mumtaz Ali after the store won the Tobacco Retailer of the Year Award at the 2022 Scottish Grocer Awards.
Scoring a bullseye?
RYO tobacco accessories firm Republic Technologies stepped up to the oche in the spring when it announced that its recently launched Swan Ultra Slim...
Vype looks to break the mould
AFTER six months on the market, Vype, the electronic cigarette brand from British American Tobacco-owned Nicoventures, has launched a national TV advertising campaign. The...
JTI looks to stay on trend in nicotine for sales success
The experts from Japan Tobacco International have insights to help fire up sales in the heat-not-burn tobacco category as consumers seek affordable options.
