All Forecourt Trader articles in July 2017 – Page 3
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NewsMinister urges motorway service areas to serve local food
A transport minister has reiterated his call for better designed motorway service stations and called on them to display more local character and source locally produced food. Speaking at the Backing Beauty reception, hosted by the think tank ResPublica, the Woodland Trust and the National Trust, transport minister John Hayes ...
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NewsApplegreen buys site in Leicestershire
Specialist business property adviser Christie & Co has acted for Applegreen in its acquisition of Gibbetts Cross Service Station in Lutterworth, Leicestershire. This is the second site in the Midlands that Applegreen has bought in recent months from Jon Nathwani, a high profile name in the fuel and petrol filling ...
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NewsACS calls for stronger sanctions on illicit trade
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has responded to the publication of the Government’s new Tobacco Strategy, calling for more powers to tackle the illicit trade locally in addition to the national measures set out in the document. The strategy commits to the following measures at a national level: ...
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NewsTopaz to spend €26m on rollout of miles fuel
Irish fuel and convenience retailer Topaz has unveiled its new miles fuel brand in Ireland at an official launch event at its flagship service station at Junction 5 on the M9 Dublin/Waterford Road, Rathcrogue, County Carlow. In doing so, Topaz also announced an investment of €26m across its network of ...
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NewsRapleys warns plans in Bill could cost sector £250m
Property expert Rapleys has warned that proposed legislation in the Queen’s Speech could heap costs of £250m on operators of petrol filling stations and motorway services. The proposed Automated and Electric Vehicles Bill is intended to encourage innovation and investment, and will require ‘large’ fuel retailers and motorway service stations ...
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NewsBank of England unveils new design for £10 note
The Bank of England has unveiled the design and security features of the new £10 note featuring the author Jane Austen, which will be issued on 14 September 2017. It is printed on polymer and is the first Bank of England banknote with a tactile feature to help blind and ...
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Product news: goodnessKNOWS - the biggest brand launch from Mars in 20 years
Mars Chocolate UK has announced the launch of goodnessKNOWS, a new treat and Mars’ biggest brand launch in the UK since Celebrations.Coming in four snackable squares crammed with fruit, whole nuts, rolled oats and dipped in dark chocolate, Mars describes goodnessKNOWS as a tasty, high-quality and shareable treat that can ...
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Denby Drinks launches Ciao Coffee Serving Stations
Denby Drinks Company has launched its Ciao Coffee Serving Stations into the convenience sector. Together with its Mr Slush machines it says it now offers convenience retailers the ultimate hot and cold drinks solution. Steve Roy, managing director of Denby Drinks Company, commented: “We are delighted at the immediate impact ...
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NewsGovernment delays roll-out of digital tax changes
The government has announced that it is putting back plans to change the rules on digital tax returns. Mel Stride MP, financial secretary to Treasury, confirmed that the Government will delay plans for the roll out of its Making Tax Digital tax reforms by one year to 2019. Under the ...
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NewsCertas Energy launches new uniform range for Gulf
Gulf has launched a new heritage-inspired uniform range that will be rolled out across its 500-strong network from August. Almost 12 months in the planning and design phase, according to Certas Energy the collection is both stylish and contemporary, not something usually associated with staff clothing. “We believe it is ...
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product news: CCEP unveils sustainable packaging strategy
Coca-Cola European Partners has unveiled its new GB sustainable packaging strategy – setting out an ambition for its GB business unit to work with local and national partners to recover all its packaging so that more is recycled and none ends up as litter. At present, only 70% of the ...
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NewsInspectors close hand car wash over hazardous electrics
A hand car wash site in Devizes, Wiltshire, had its power cut off by health and safety inspectors last week after they deemed it unsafe. Devizes Car Centre on New Park Street was closed this week for repairs after being visited on Friday, 7 July, by the Health and Safety ...
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NewsNew BP/M&S site opens in Wadebridge
A former Shell site in Wadebridge, Cornwall, has reopened with a new BP-branded forecourt and an M&S Simply Food outlet. The fuel station has been closed since February 26 while the redevelopment was carried out. The site, which is Wadebridge’s only filling station, was sold to BP by Tregoning Limited, ...
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product news: Panasonic overhauls battery packaging
Battery manufacturer Panasonic Energy is introducing new packaging across its range as part of a global packaging overhaul for 2017. In addition, it is giving a power boost to Pro Power, its best selling alkaline battery, so that it delivers improved performance and better value. The new packaging design, which ...
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NewsMan arrested after climbing onto roof
A man has been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage after spending more than six hours on the roof of a petrol station in Wokingham, Berkshire. Thames Valley Police officers were called to the Shell Garage in London Road at around 10.50pm on Wednesday, July 12, after reports of concerns ...
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product news: Pot Noodle adds new flavours
Pot Noodle has launched two new flavours inspired by popular dishes from across the globe. Chicken Korma and BBQ Pulled Pork have been selected to tap into the growing trend of world food, while appealing to consumers who are looking to enjoy a quick-to-make tasty hot snack. The new flavours ...
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NewsACS calls for input into plastic bottle recycling plans
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has responded to a question in the House of Lords about plastic bottle recycling and a deposit return scheme, urging the government to listen to the views of convenience store retailers by including them in the DEFRA (Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs) ...
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NewsGreenergy moves into Ireland with acquisition
Greenergy, the UK’s largest supplier of road fuels, has agreed to purchase 100% of the shares of Inver Energy, an Ireland-based independent fuel supplier, giving it a presence in the growing Irish market for the first time. Inver’s business activities include import and storage facilities and fuel supply operations in ...
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product news: Kellogg’s updates snacks range
Kellogg’s is updating its snacks portfolio this year with a new product for shoppers who want something tasty and packed with fibre to eat on the go, by introducing the Nuts & More bar to its snacks range. The single variant 45g bar is made with roasted almonds, Scottish wholegrain ...
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product news: Wrigley introduces Starburst Strawberry
Following its launch in the US earlier this year, Wrigley is introducing the Starburst Strawberry to the UK from the 17 July. The Unexplainably Juicy limited edition packs will be made up solely of strawberry flavoured chewy candy, adding another variant to its £18.4m candy portfolio. Starburst Strawberry will be ...