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
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...
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.
Packs to fight the illicit trade
Disposable vape brand Geek Bar has launched new packaging aimed at combatting counterfeit and non vaping products.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
