All Forecourt Trader articles in December 2019 – Page 6

  • Imperial Tobacco removes gantry after magistrates convict retailer
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    Imperial Tobacco removes gantry after magistrates convict retailer

    2019-12-04T00:00:00Z

    A London-based retailer has had his tobacco gantry removed by Imperial Tobacco after violating the terms and conditions of his contract, and he will no longer receive any sales support from the company.Karson Mepani, of Mepani News Kings News, 527 Kingsbury Road, London, was convicted by magistrates for possession of ...

  • ACS report highlights important role played by c-stores in Wales
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    ACS report highlights important role played by c-stores in Wales

    2019-12-04T00:00:00Z

    The important role that convenience stores play in both the economy and local communities in Wales has been revealed by new research by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The 2020 Welsh Local Shop Report revealed that 62% of local shops in Wales operate in rural locations, providing essential services ...

  • Phillips 66 pledges to continue investing in its Humber refinery
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    Phillips 66 pledges to continue investing in its Humber refinery

    2019-12-04T00:00:00Z

    The UK head of Phillips 66 has pledged to continue investing in the business to equip it for the future as its Humber Refinery in North Lincolnshire reached it half century.The company, at that time operating as Conoco, first entered the UK in 1960 as a fuel distributor and acquired ...

  • Study finds EV drivers could save £300 by sharing electricity
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    Study finds EV drivers could save £300 by sharing electricity

    2019-12-04T00:00:00Z

    Electric vehicle (EV) drivers could save up to £300 a year by storing and sharing electricity in their car’s battery a research project has found. But the technology faces significant roadblocks, with fresh policy needed to enable its future.The study was designed to examine the value of vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technology, ...

  • EV owners could get 1,000 free miles a year from supermarkets
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    EV owners could get 1,000 free miles a year from supermarkets

    2019-12-04T00:00:00Z

    The average supermarket shopper could get enough free charging to power an electric vehicle for more than 1,000 miles a year, according to research by Volkswagen. The motor manufacturer has partnered Tesco and Pod Point to install charging points in Tesco car parks, which EV owners can use for free ...

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    Nisa encourages retailers to sign up to food waste scheme

    2019-12-02T00:00:00Z

    Independent Nisa retailers have signed up to an initiative that is helping to tackle food waste while also recover some costs for unsold stock. Too Good To Go, the B2C marketplace for surplus food, enables retailers to dispose of food that is close to its sell by date by listing ...

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    Grenade launches energy drink

    2019-12-02T00:00:00Z

    Grenade – renowned for its popular Carb Killa bar and shakes range – is entering the world of energy drinks with the launch of Grenade Energy. Grenade says the fruity flavoured carbonate has been developed for consumers who are looking for healthier energy drinks. It is made with all-natural caffeine ...

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    Smarties innovation heads up Nestlé Confectionery’s Spring line-up

    2019-12-02T00:00:00Z

    Innovation in Nestlé Confectionery’s Easter novelties category will see a major new product launch from Smarties. New Smarties Bunnies are five fun characters, each one a different colour: Cool (blue), Cute (pink), Smart (green), Happy (yellow) and Silly (orange). Each bunny comprises of a chocolate shell with mini Smarties inside. ...

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    Monster Energy expands its Espresso Monster RTD coffee range

    2019-12-02T00:00:00Z

    Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) is expanding its Espresso Monster range with the launch of a new flavour - Espresso Salted Caramel, designed to appeal to coffee drinkers and energy drink lovers alike.Currently rolling out nationwide, the new Espresso Monster variant is packed with flavour, and is a combination of real ...

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    New healthy snack bar range from Huel

    2019-12-02T00:00:00Z

    Nutrition brand Huel has launched a new Huel Bar range, created to improve taste and texture. The line-up consists of four flavours, including Salted Caramel, Chocolate, Chocolate Orange and Coffee Caramel. The new bars are 200 calories, 100% vegan and contain all 26 essential vitamins and minerals targeting the snacking ...