Cigarillos selling well
PERFORMANCE in the cigar category may be fairly static, but the cigarillos segment is posting solid growth, according STG UK.
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...
NFRN says age limit supports retailers
THE National Federation of Retail Newsagents has backed calls to bring in age restrictions on the sale of e-cigarettes
The NFRN has lent its support...
Capitalising on demand
PANDEMIC trends touched on just about every category in the convenience channel, and vaping was no exception.
New hire is paving the way
Philip Morris Limited (PML) has named Duncan Cunningham as its new external affairs director, as the firm aims to improve access to its smoke-free range of products.
IVG launches its first rechargeable vape devices
British vape device brand IVG has launched its first range of rechargeable vape devices with its new IVG Air range offering a chargeable pod system.
Menthol is up in smoke this May
This spring will see a ban on menthol cigarettes come into force, but what does it mean for c-store retailers?
Don’t give up on e-liquids
WHEN it comes to vaping enthusiasts, convenience stores are often losing out to both online stores and specialist vape shops according to Imperial Tobacco
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.
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...
Cigar sales up in Scotland
STG figures reveal category growth
Low price still gaining ground
Further growth for value brands predicted
High tech vaping
NEW technology and a new design are built into the latest products from e-cigarette brand Blu.
The closed system Blu Go and Blu Plus have...
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...
IVG unveils innovative new vape devices
British vape brand IVG has unveiled its latest piece of innovation in the vaping category with its new IVG Smart 5500 devices.
Speaking up for the vape industry
UKVIA director John Dunne discusses Vapril, new restrictions on advertising and best practices
