All Forecourt Trader articles in August 2009

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    Sick and tired?

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    == Do you have a ’sick note’ on your team? ==Every football supporter knows of the stars nicknamed ’sick note’. These are the guys who seem to spend at least half a season in the physio’s room. These are the ones who come back from a long injury lay-off and ...

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    People power

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    You’ll all be familiar with the saying ’the customer is always right’ but forecourt retailer Jonathan James is more familiar with it than most. Jonathan is operations director of James Graven & Sons, which he runs with his wife, managing director Rebecca, in Cambridgeshire.What they don’t know about forecourt retailing ...

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    Stub it out in style

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Imperial Tobacco has introduced the ButtsOut personal ash tray (rrp 99p).The product is a portable box for cigarette ends that fits in the hand and snugly in the pocket for use outside when an ash tray is not available, and aims to help reduce litter.Imperial Tobacco’s UK corporate affairs manager ...

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    Scrubs up nice

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    An increasing number of people are rolling up our sleeves and washing their cars. With drivers watching their wallets as the credit crunch continues, DIY car care is definitely on the agenda, so don’t ignore this category.David Rogers, sales and marketing director at Autoglym, says: "There are probably less people ...

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    Results of this month’s online poll:

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Are you worried that biofuels legislation could pose a threat to your business? yes 33%no 67% From the results of our online vote, the majority of you obviously aren’t too worried about biofuels having a serious affect on the future of your tanks - or your forecourt.

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    Lenor’s ’super sensorial’ prize

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    P&G says Lenor’s entire portfolio now boasts four times longer-lasting freshness because it incorporates the innovative perfume micro capsule technology. According to the company, the perfume micro capsules diffuse through the clothes during the wash and remain intact until worn. Then, through touch, movement or heat, the capsules burst individually, ...

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    Straining at the lease

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    As retailers throughout the land comb every nook and cranny of their businesses looking for different ways to keep costs down, newly-formed property company - Birmingham-based Barber Wadlow - is ensuring they don’t miss out on the bigger picture, by offering some guidance on their property costs."Property-related overheads generally equate ...

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    Paw Ridge for kids

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Quaker has launched a new porridge aimed at children. Paw Ridge is designed to be a healthy but convenient option. The oat-based breakfast product comes in individual sachets which can be microwaved in 90 seconds.The product is designed to appeal to 8- to 12-year-olds and is available in original ...

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    Scaling new heights

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Eric Snowdon and his wife Min may only be a few years from retirement - but they’re not frightened of taking on a fresh challenge when it comes to their business. Earlier this year, after 17 years running the Whitehouse Services forecourt in Devon, they decided the time had come ...

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    The heat is on

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Kepak Convenience Foods has launched Rustlers Hot Subs. The range has two variants: southern fried chicken with creamy mayo and tangy meatballs with tomato & herb sauce. Rrp is £1.99.

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    Snack happy

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    When it comes to snacking, consumers just can’t help acting on impulse. And, as the credit crunch squeezes shoppers, many feel they deserve to splurge on that occasional treat even more. According to AC Nielsen data, crisps and snacks is the only category within impulse that is currently in growth ...

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    Hamster sweeps up

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Hako Machines has launched the compact Hako-Hamster 500E walk-behind sweeper, designed to provide powerful sweeping performance on hard floors and carpets.According to the company, developers used a robust one-piece chassis to produce the Hamster 500E, and the housing, chassis and dirt hopper are completely corrosion-resistant.It can be used on forecourt ...

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    Rugby tickets up for grabs

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Simply Coffee, which is a sponsor of National Rugby League, is giving away two exclusive VIP tickets to the Super League Grand Final on October 10 at Old Trafford. For the lucky winners the day consists of ’best tickets in the stadium’, a gourmet three course lunch, fine wines and ...

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    Oldies but goodies

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    If you are looking for lots of exciting new confectionery lines for this Christmas you’re going to be disappointed. There are a few here and there, but mostly manufacturers are sticking to existing products that they know sell well.Cadbury is the only one of the ’big three’ which is putting ...

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    Service gets its own week

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Around 2,000 companies from across the UK are expected to take part in National Customer Service week, which will run from October 5-11. Organised by the Institute of Customer Service, the aim of the week is to recognise the achievements of customer-facing staff. Activities will include job swaps between management ...

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    Get involved

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    If you disagree with the proposed ban on the display of tobacco then there is still time to object. But don’t delay. The Association of Convenience Stores has a very good website providing the background to the main issues and a draft letter you can copy and send to your ...

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    Slick move at Fraser Group

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    A merchandising trial at the three Oxfordshire-based Fraser Group sites has led to a 12% uplift in sales of oil. The trial was orchestrated by Castrol in conjunction with Convenience Distribution Oxford, part of the Convenience Distribution Group (CDG). It involved the three Fraser sites (Brize Norton, Cannon Pool ...

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    Lucozade nets footie

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Lucozade Sport is, once again, the Official Sports Drink of the Barclays Premier League.Brand owner GlaxoSmithKline says the drink is the Premier League’s longest-serving partner - it has been the Official Sports Drink of the league since its inception in 1992.Caroline Karlstromer, director Lucozade Sport marketing, says: "Retailers can capitalise ...

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    Voltz extreme event

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Voltz Energy Shot drink is running a competition where consumers can win tickets to Europe’s biggest extreme sports and music festival White Air 09. The event takes place in Brighton this month and entrants must submit a photo of themselves with a Voltz 5 hour energy shot drink in an ...

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    HOW TO ENTER GIVEAWAYS

    2009-08-28T00:00:00Z

    Write your name, address and phone number on a postcard or sealed envelope stating what you want – Lenor, Dannoff, Mars or Simply Coffee – and we’ll do the rest, including delivery. Send it to us at Forecourt Trader, William Reed Business Media, Broadfield Park, Crawley, West Sussex RH11 9RT ...