Stepping into convenience
Vapouriz Group has entered the convenience category with the launch of its first shop within a shop format .
Looking to ‘stripe’ a deal with c-stores
A new electronic cigarette brand, 7stripe, has been launched in the UK.
7stripe electronic cigarettes are said by the brand owner to be aimed at...
A growing option – essential e-cigs
E-CIGARETTES have been around for some time but sales seem to have taken off in recent months.
Kits and products vary but essentially they’re designed...
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...
Joining the Club
Retailer Iqbal Sadiq discusses the impact of the revamped Kensitas Club at St George’s Post Office and Spar Maryhill
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.
Players brings on two subs
PLAYER’S has introduced two new lines in what brand owner Imperial Tobacco calls the “sub-economy sector”, which the firm estimates will account for 7.67%...
Philip Morris expands on Terea range
Philip Morris Limited has introduced a new innovative flavour switch option across its Terea heated sticks range with its four new Pearls packs.
Value is key to tobacco sales
JTI highlights key consumer trends
Vaping away the pain
The emerging CBD category has a new player, with the launch of Bliss CBD Co
BAT moves forward with a new vigour following disposable ban
Susanna de Lesu delivers solutions from BAT following on from the disposable vape ban to help reassure retailer customers.
Embassay adds new crush variant
IMPERIAL Tobacco has expanded its Embassy Signature range with the launch of a New Crush variant.
IVG aims to offer vape debate solution
Vaping device brand IVG believes its 2400 product could be the answer to many concerns that the public have around disposable vapes.
Plain packs set for court battle
Tobacco firms have vowed to take legal action against new plain packaging regulations.
The House of Commons voted overwhelmingly in favour of legislation that would see...
Swan is on a roll with NPD
REPUBLIC Technologies has announced what is being touted as the biggest ever NPD programme for the firm.
Campaign adds airport message
EARLIER this year Imperial Tobacco launched the second phase of its anti-illicit-trade campaign – Suspect it? Report it!
And to support the campaign message,...







































