All Forecourt Trader articles in March 2015 – Page 2
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NewsPRA describes RAC diesel accusation as nonsense
The PRA has reacted furiously and accused the RAC of an alarming lack of research after it claimed retailers are profiteering on diesel and taking high margins because much of the diesel sold is to business users who are less price sensitive. RAC fuel spokesman Simon Williams said: “It’s hard ...
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Autogas working to make product more accessible
Autogas is looking into the possiblity of making its product more accessible on forecourts after the installation of a new fuel dispenser at Shell Barking. Following feedback from motorists that its LPG dispensers were often blocked by drivers waiting for the petrol or diesel pumps, a new dedicated Autogas refuelling ...
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Minister predicts roads will recharge electric vehicles
A future in which roads are ‘digitalised’ and can charge electric cars as they travel along them, has been outlined in a speech by roads minister John Hayes. Speaking at a conference on 21st century infrastructure, he said the UK was at a turning point in the history of road ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: Diageo extends PMPs to Johnnie Walker
Diageo is adding to its range of price-marked-pack (PMP) spirits with the launch of Johnnie Walker Red Label PMP in 70cl and 35cl. The move follows the Gordon’s 70cl and Captain Morgan Original Spiced Gold 70cl PMPs launched last year. Patricia Mota, category development manager for RTM/convenience at Diageo GB, ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: FIFO Wireless unveils new counter top display
FIFO Wireless has won praise from a Top 50 Indie for a new counter top display it has introduced for its mobile phone and computer accessories. The Micro Flamingo Display has a footprint of approximately 10cm by 17cm and is about 40cm high and contains both car and home chargers, ...
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Country Choice introduces new display option
Country Choice’s new ‘artisan’ bakery concept has been developed specifically for independent retailers looking to add a more authentic feel to their in-store bakery fixture. Recognising that shoppers indulge more at weekends - buying premium lines such as speciality breads or simply treating themselves to a leisurely breakfast of croissants ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: Cadbury price marks countlines
Mondelez International is introducing new 50p promotional price-marked packs (PMPs) on its best-selling countlines. The new 50p (RRP) promotional PMPs will be launched from the end of March on countline packs of Cadbury Twirl, Cadbury Wispa, Cadbury Crunchie, Cadbury Boost, Cadbury Double Decker and Cadbury Dairy Milk. The promotion aims ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: Cornetto targets bigger share of snacking
Cornetto is launching a new range of hand-held and mini ice cream formats, with the aim of strengthening its snacking portfolio and tapping into the growth seen in the chocolate snacking market. The range comprises Cornetto Bites and Cornetto Taco and aims to unlock snacking ice cream sales, by appealing ...
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PRA calls for ATMs to be exempt from business rates
The PRA has joined the ATM Industry Association (ATMIA) in calling for ATMs to be exempt from business rates. PRA chairman Brian Madderson sees business rates exemption as a crucial matter. He said: “The economics of running petrol forecourts are very fragile. That is why thousands have closed in the ...
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Noodle bar opens at Applegreen site
Petrogas Group has opened an Oriental quick service restaurant chain franchise at an Applegreen site in Ireland, and has confirmed it will be opening at one of its UK sites too. Chopstix Group UK, which has a current UK estate of 45 restaurants, has launched its first restaurant in Galway, ...
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JTI removes gantries after illegal tobacco prosecutions
JTI has removed tobacco gantries from Alric Food & Wine in Harlesden, Brent, and JB Patel and Son on Woolwich New Road in south-east London, following prosecutions for selling illegal tobacco. Paul Williams, UK head of corporate affairs, commented: “Given the offences committed by these retailers JTI has decided that ...
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Adler and Allan showcases its capabilities
Adler and Allan will be presenting its Ethanol Coalescing Filter at this year’s Forecourt Show taking place at Birmingham’s NEC on 20-22 April. E&S Environmental and AJ Bayliss, part of the Adler and Allan Group, will be hosting a stand and highlighting the group’s capabilities such as guaranteeing fuel quality, ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: CCE adds to Schweppes range
Coca-Cola Enterprises (CCE) is investing in its Schweppes mixers brand, with the launch of a new range and brand proposition, and an advertising campaign aimed at a younger adult audience. A three-strong range of Schweppes sparkling juice drinks comprises Grapefruit & Blood Orange, Orange & Cranberry and Lemon & Elderflower ...
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News200th BP M&S Simply Food site opens
The market town of Calne, in Wiltshire, is the location for the 200th BP M&S Simply Food store, since the partnership between M&S and BP began in 2005 at BP Hammersmith in London. The store was officially opened by the Mayor of Calne Heather Canfer, and BP Paralympic ambassador Richard ...
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PRODUCT NEWS: JTI launches B&H Blue King Size 18s
JTI is launching new B&H Blue King Size 18s and says it is aiming to offer smokers affordable quality. B&H Blue King Size and Smooth Flavour King Size 18s will be available from March 23 at an RRP of £5.99. B&H Blue was launched last year into the value price ...
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Forecourt Trader partners iDAC 15 conference
Forecourt Trader has been named as the media partner for iDAC 15 – an international conference for the retail fuel industry in London on 11-12 May 2015. McLean Communications, organisers of the industry’s forum for the retail fuel marketplace, erpec, will stage the conference alongside erpec 15, at the Tower ...
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Fuel suppliers welcome MFG deal
The three companies taking over supplies to MFG’s estate of more than 220 Murco-branded forecourts have all welcomed the biggest fuel supply deal of recent years. From the end of this month BP will take on supplies to 87 sites in addition to 49 existing sites which have been re-signed ...
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Electric car secondhand values catching up diesels
Forecasts of secondhand values for electric vehicles (EVs) are moving closer to traditional diesel cars as the used car market becomes more accustomed to the technology they contain, according to the self-styled “trade bible” Glass’s. In some cases, residual value (RV) forecasts are already broadly similar to their diesel equivalent, ...
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NewsPRA welcomes cancellation of fuel duty increase
The PRA has welcomed the announcement in today’s Budget that the fuel duty increase which was scheduled for September has been cancelled. Chancellor of the Exchequer George Osborne said this means there has been the longest fuel duty freeze in more than 20 years and as a result a driver ...
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Murco’s Milford Haven site and distribution business sold
Murco’s Milford Haven facility has been purchased by Singapore-based Puma Energy, together with other UK assets owned by the oil company. In addition to Milford Haven the acquisition includes three inland terminals at Westerleigh, Theale and Bedworth, as well as Murco’s wholesale and distribution business in the UK. Under the ...