Flavours are key in heated tobacco
Taking advantage of emerging trends across any category can present retailers with a lot of questions and this can be doubly so for tobacco.
Heat-not-burn to fire up sales
Popularity for smoke-free nicotine products has been heating up across retail lately, making them key additions to any store owner’s range.
Support to fight illicit trade
Japan Tobacco International (JTI) has called on the UK Government for further support in cracking down on illicit trade.
Setting the new bar
Imperial Tobacco has entered the disposable vape category for the first time, with the launch of Blu Bar.
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.
Phillip Morris Limited launch revamped IQOS smoke free devices
Phillip Morris Limited has rolled out its latest heat-not-burn product, the revamped IQOS 3 Duo Originals Duo.
Online help to inform retailers
New online platform VapeWatch helps vaping traders keep on the right side of the law.
Vaping display of ignorance
Some of Scotland’s most disadvantaged people would be hindered from quitting smoking if Holyrood goes ahead with plans to ban vaping product displays in shops.
Tobacco shoppers roll up for good value
A good value selection is where the future of the tobacco industry lies as more consumers seek out new ways to save on some cash.
New man in place at Imperial
Oliver Kutz has been appointed as general manager for Imperial Tobacco in UK & Ireland.
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.
November date for UKVIA day
The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has announced a new date for its industry forum and dinner.
Revisiting pouch displays
Maximum space and minimum fuss are two of the key benefits that nicotine pouches can offer convenience retailers, according to Zyn.
Bagging more sales with a strong offer
Nicotine pouches are a relatively new innovation in the UK market, providing yet another alternative for smokers looking to quit.
Miniature cigar sales gain momentum
Convenience retailers could be losing out when it comes to their cigar range, leaving
supermarkets to the lion’s share of category sales.
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.
