All Forecourt Trader articles in January 2004 – Page 2
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VBi receives Sage credit
VBi Retail Solutions has just been awarded accreditation as one of the first Sage Accredited Resellers.The Sage accreditation programme ensures Sage resellers can provide customers with expert advice on choosing the right solution. The award means customers can be confident they are getting the right information and support.01254 686048
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NewsCream of the crop
Nestlé Rowntree has added Nestlé Double Cream to its range of filled eggs.Joining the ranks of Milkybar, Rolo and Aero Peppermint, Nestlé Double Cream filled egg consists of a lightly whipped, creamy centre containing roasted cocoa pieces encased in a Double Cream chocolate shell.Available in a single (rrp 38p) and ...
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Cream egg goes mini
Cadbury Trebor Bassett has launched Cadbury Creme Egg Minis – a 58g of bag of miniature Crème Eggs. On sale from January and with a rrp of 50p, Creme Egg Minis are ideal for eating on the go. CTB hopes the smaller pack size will attract new consumers to try ...
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Rugby’s last indie closes
A Midlands town has lost what is believed to be its last independent petrol station due to mounting losses on the forecourt activities in the face of competition from supermarkets. The business will in future concentrate on selling and repairing cars.Keith Tiernan, who had operated the former Overslade Service Station ...
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Ciggi’s designer wear
Smokers can now personalise their cigarette packs thanks to new plastic cases from Ciggi.The durable cases are made from high quality opaque polypropylene, and the 15 designs range from leopard-skin to flowers to an ace of spades. They are regularly updated to encourage repeat purchase.Ciggi reckons the containers will help ...
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Chain reaction
The forecourt sector is fantastically exciting, according to the new managing director of the symbol arm of Budgens, Paul Mildenstein. He joined the company in September from convenience group T&S stores, which was acquired by Tesco. His background covers spells in the drinks, restaurants and coffee sector and includes franchising ...
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NewsCCTV for security peace of mind
Bosch Security Systems has introduced its latest CCTV system – the Eazeo, for an all-in-one security solution.Up to eight cameras can be installed to cover almost any parts of a business. There’s a choice of cameras covering colour, as well as monochrome for higher sensitivity in low light.An optional digital ...
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Low prices better than promotions
Six out of 10 shoppers prefer every day low pricing (EDLP) to pure promotions, although they miss the excitement of buy-one-get-one-frees (bogofs) and similar offers, according to IGD’s new Shopper Insight Loyalty and Pricing report.IGD found that over half of those who stated a preference for EDLP did so because ...
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Stansted airport shake up
The planned second runway at Stansted Airport in Essex will bring more road traffic to the area, but other aspects of the airport’s expansion have brought mixed fortunes to forecourts on the A120 and the A10 access roads. Related changes to the road network are boosting the prospects of ...
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New cake additions get the Go Ahead
Go Ahead has introduced four new cake products – two Oat Breaks varieties, a Muffin Bar, and a Strawberry & Vanilla Cake Bar.Oat Breaks comes in two flavours – apple & cinnamon, and orange & ginger – and rrp is £1.29 for a pack of five.The cranberry & orange muffin ...
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NewsSlice of the action
McVitie’s Cake Company has entered the slices market with McV Taste of Home Slices.Chocolate Digestive Slices, HobNob Caramel Slices and Chocolate Ginger Slices are available in both eat now and eat later formats. A two-pack has a rrp of 79p, while the take-home five-pack retails at £1.29.Leveraging the strength of ...
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