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Switching smokers

RYO tobacco has been one of the most buoyant segments of the tobacco market for some time. As we head to the dark market...
Retailers should ensure the value offer matches consumers' demands, says Imperial Tobacco's Tom Gully.

Value counts across nicotine, says Imperial Tobacco

Demand for value remains a key trend across the nicotine category as shoppers continue to feel the pinch of the cost-of-living crisis – and Imperial Tobacco reckons it has the right range for consumers.
a person stocks the shelves of a vape store

Vaping sector boosts economy according to study

The UK’s fast-growing vaping sector is a multi-billion-pound industry supporting nearly 18,000 full-time equivalent workers and raking in hundreds of millions for the taxman.

Vape users still littering

Vapers continue to throw away devices
Juul at United Wholesale

Juul expands its retail reach

Scottish retailers can now get their hands on Juul vaping products across United Wholesale Scotland’s depots

The age of value – Making the best of tobacco

There’s often a lot of news about tobacco. But it’s important to remember that, in normal commercial terms, it’s a vitally important product category...

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...
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Auto system for the dark days

INTERESTED in an automated way of handling tobacco when the display ban comes into effect? Many Irish Republic outlets use automated systems that act as...
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.

Prepare for the new generation

UNDER UK law that follows the EU directive known as EUTPD2, from 20 May 2017 it will be illegal in the UK to sell...

Darkness arrives

SCOTLAND’S small stores must comply with the regulations of the tobacco display ban from 6 April. Many shops have introduced shutters or other compliant systems...
JPS Players Benson & Hedges

Value remains key to tobacco

Value is the top trend across tobacco in 2022 as consumers seek out affordable brands and manufacturers react accordingly.
Among the Blu UK range refillable e-liquid tanks are said to be growing in popularity.

Counter measures

With the shutters now down on tobacco gantries across the country, this could be the time to highlight e-cigarette displays. A month on from the...

Imperial Tobacco brings a Signature choice to Scotland

Imperial Tobacco has ramped up a new launch for the Scottish market in a bid to offer smokers a well-valued product as well as one with a more premium feel.
Scandinavian Tobacco Group's XQS brand was created in Sweden, the home of nicotine pouches.

STG launches XQS nicotine pouches

Scandinavian Tobacco Group is launching into the UK nicotine pouch market with its XQS brand, which it says offers innovative flavours at a competitive price.

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...