Glass cabinet of vaping products lined up against a store wall.

UK vapers ‘blindsided’ by new duty charges

The UKVIA has found that half of UK vapers have no knowledge about the incoming Vaping Products Duty which comes into effect on 1 October.

Plain packs go-ahead

But tobacco giant to appeal court OK for standardised packaging THE UK has moved closer to a regime of standardised packaging for tobacco products, where...
Vype

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...
Juul menthols

Menthol for the masses

Vaping brand Juul has launched a new menthol flavoured pod.
Demand for RYO has been on the rise, driving up accessories sales in the process.

Imperial Tobacco highlights popularity of RYO

Roll-your-own tobacco has grown in popularity with consumers, providing plenty of opportunities to drive up sales with a selection of accessories, says Imperial Tobacco.
photograph of a vape retailer shop display

Vape consumers switching to disposable pod systems

Consumers are making the switch from disposable vapes to more sustainable options, according to e-cigarette and accessories provider VapeStation.
Swan Crushballs come in slim, vertical packs to efficiently maximise space on shelf.

Republic Technologies UK highlights consumer label loyalty

Stocking a recognisable range of brands across tobacco accessories can be a good way for convenience retailers to drive up sales, says Republic Technologies UK.
Geek Bars

New Bar for vaping

DISPOSABLE vape brand Geek Bar has launched a new range of vapes.

Government begins crackdown on youth vaping

The UK Government has set out its intentions to crack down on the illegal sales of vaping devices to under 18s with a new review.
King Charles III outlined Labour's legislative plans in Parliament. Picture: flickr.com/House of Lords 2024/Roger Harris.

Concern over vapes debate

Vaping industry and convenience channel bosses are calling for a measured approach over planned legislation outlined in the King’s Speech and by politicians at Holyrood.
Henri Wintermans pack

Cigar sales up in Scotland

STG figures reveal category growth

Growth there for the taking

Cigar manufacturer STG UK spies opportunity in convenience
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?

Accessories giant talks top tips

DESPITE all the many changes to the operation of the tobacco market, Scotland’s £24m RYO accessories category has maintained a loyal following, and...

Still a time to innovate

WITH major changes likely but still being challenged Britain’s tobacco giants are pursuing a twin-track marketing and advisory strategy with their retailer customers. Both Imperial...

Streamlining of choice ahead

THE e-cigarettes market will be streamlined as a result of the forthcoming EU rules as non-compliant vaping products disappear according to JTI. Head of communications...