STG cigar portfolio

Cigars stay on course in 2020

STG UK’s Alastair Williams offers his assessment of category performance
The Sterling Rolling Essential five by 50g variant.

JTI improves Sterling Essential Rolling formats

JTI UK says it has listened to consumers to enhance its Sterling Essential Rolling products.

Juul focusing on c-stores

Vaping brand Juul has announced plans to invest in a dedicated field team for convenience retail in the UK .

More 18s from tobacco giant

INCREASING demand for low-priced packs of cigarettes has prompted JTI to add Sterling and B&H Blue Superkings to its list of lines available in...
Pack shot of the Elfbar ELFX refillable pod system.

Elfbar introduces pod kit series with ELFX

Vaping device manufacturer Elfbar has unveiled its new pod system range with ELFX, offering consumers an easy switch away from disposable vape options.
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Tobacco category remains key for retailers

Plenty to be positive about
BAT is calling for a retail licence to sell vapes – similar to one for alcohol and tobacco.

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.

Plain sales ahead

Standardised packs of tobacco products, more commonly known as plain packs, are now making their way into UK convenience stores and other tobacco retailers....
Gavin Anderson

Lighting the way in convenience

Lockdown put a dampener on seasonal celebrations last year, but with Covid restrictions easing – the return of festive gatherings should fuel lighter sales.

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...

Cutter’s new aim is true – Artificial-free flavour

FROM this month roll-your-own smokers will be able to choose tobacco brand Cutters Choice with no artificial flavours. The new Cutters Choice - A True...

Bagging more sales with a strong offer

Nicotine pouches are a relatively new innovation in the UK market, providing yet another alternative for smokers looking to quit.

JTI partners in scheme to recycle cigarette waste

Tobacco firm JTI is joining with a recycling specialist to provide people across the UK with a free way to recycle cigarette butts and...
Vype

Great start for BAT brand

The new decade got off to a strong start for vaping brand Vype.
Duncan Cunningham, Imperial Tobacco

Shift to value is an opportunity

A shift towards lower priced tobacco has been one of the key category trends for a number of years now, but how has this affected the performance of tobacco accessories in convenience?

Millions board the e-cig train

Growing numbers want simple options