The new vape industry code of conduct tackles the appeal of disposables to youths.

Vape industry sets out code of conduct

The UK vape industry has launched a new code of conduct – backed by major players from across the category – that seeks to address the issues centred on youth vapers.

Driving growth through value

Kensitas Club success breeds confidence says McCaffery
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Roll your own way

ROLL-YOUR-OWN tobacco sales are booming and for British American Tobacco it isn’t all about the cost. “For a long time RYO was an option for...
Aquavape disposable

Evolution in the vaping category

Carrying the right range of vaping products is crucial to category success in the convenience channel, according to supplier and manufacturer Aquavape.
Geek Bar new packaging

Packs to fight the illicit trade

Disposable vape brand Geek Bar has launched new packaging aimed at combatting counterfeit and non vaping products.
Tobacco in bags

No break from illicit tobacco trading

The pandemic has failed to halt the illicit tobacco trade in the UK, according to research conducted by JTI.

Dominating the indie gantries

THE recession has seen smokers scanning the shelves for the best value on offer. And that has led to a growth in PMPs on...

Papers added to the 25 – Golden Virginia launch

IMPERIAL Tobacco has launched its roll-your-own tobaccos Golden Virginia Classic and GV Smooth in new 25g packs with cut-corner cigarette papers. The firm said the...
Break Little Cigars come in cigarette-style hard packets, price-marked and plain. A pack of 17 retails at £4.59.

Little cigars to break the mould?

A mini cigar that is packaged like a cigarette and designed to attract cigarette smokers is the latest entrant to the value end of...

Legal limits good for future sales

EUROPEAN legislation due to come into effect in May this year is a positive step forward for the vaping category, says Jennifer Roberts, UK...
Lambert & Butler

L&B moves into value

One of Imperial Tobacco’s latest cigarette launches illustrated the growing importance of value and economy cigarettes to the UK market. Introduced in the spring, L&B...
According to JTI figures, almost 4% of adults in Scotland vape and the big companies agree that visibility is key in merchandising of e-cigarette products, preferably using a dedicated unit.

Vape sales still growing

DESPITE recent tightening of legislation around the sale and advertising of e-cigarettes and associated products, the big manufacturers are predicting continued growth.

Vape users still littering

Vapers continue to throw away devices

Value segment is key to success

THE cost of living squeeze is here and consumers are feeling the pinch, so it should come as no surprise that lower price-point brands are driving tobacco volume sales.

A boon to smugglers?

3% extra rise in duty for rolling tobacco ‘step in the wrong direction’ CHANCELLOR George Osborne has been strongly criticised for potentially lending a helping hand...
Zippo

USA lighters coming to a counter top near you

AMERICAN lighter manufacturer Zippo has introduced a range of products designed for grocery retail outlets. The range includes what the firm says are entry-level Zippo...