All Forecourt Trader articles in March 2023
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON SNACKS: Snack, crackle and shop
Despite the massive size of the crisps, snacks and nuts (CSN) category – worth £3.8bn and counting, according to Nielsen data – there is still room for growth.
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Focus On FeatureNCS 2023: sign up, show up and give your site the competitive edge
If you’re looking to catch up with suppliers face to face, see new products and services and catch a lively presentation discussing the issues that matter, then the National Convenience Show 2023 is the place for you.
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NewsBP Pulse signs pan-European deal to open fast-charging hubs at APCOA car parks
BP Pulse APCOA Parking Group have signed a strategic pan-European frame agreement to open more than 100 EV fast- charging hubs across Europe.
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NewsACS launches guide to forthcoming deposit return scheme in Scotland
The ACS has launched a DRS (deposit return scheme) Scotland guide providing a comprehensive overview of the scheme being introduced in August this year, as well as detailed guidance on how retailers should go about deciding what part they’ll play in its operation.
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NewsPlans for more than 2,000 ultra-rapid charging stations unveiled by SwarcoSmart Charging
Plans for more than 2,000 ultra-rapid charging stations have been unveiled by SwarcoSmart Charging with the launch of PoGo, a new nationwide network.
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NewsBP refreshes Castrol brand
BP has given its lubricant brand Castrol a brand refresh, including an updated look and feel.
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NewsPolice release CCTV image after man smashes service window with metal bar
Police officers trying to identify the person who smashed a service window at petrol filling station have released an image of a man who they believe may have information about the incident.
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NewsSUMMIT 2023: MFG chief executive reveals company’s EV strategy
MFG’s strategy towards EV charging was revealed as part of a wide-ranging key presentation by its chief executive William Bannister at the Forecourt Trader Summit 2023 yesterday.
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NewsContinued growth for Top 50 Indies as latest report revealed
The Top 50 Indies are in good shape, according to the latest report on the UK’s biggest independent fuel retailers, revealed at last night’s exclusive event to celebrate the publication of the latest listing.
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Product News Juneberry is Red Bull’s new Summer Edition
Red Bull is launching its latest Summer Edition: Juneberry, which it says has a flavour ‘reminiscent of dark cherries or raisins and slightly mild blueberries’.
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Product NewsIt’s a Big Win Win from Cadbury
Mondelēz International has just launched a new campaign that gives consumers the chance to win cash prizes for themselves plus a matching cash prize to help their local independent retailer.
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Product NewsTalking Cans: Alert-ing retailers to a new look
Lucozade Alert has unveiled a new campaign to drive awareness of the brand and its new look.
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Product NewsVEEBA sets new standards
Philp Morris Limited (PML) is launching VEEBA – a premium and sustainable disposable e-vapour device, developed specifically for use by adult smokers and existing adult nicotine users who are looking for a better alternative to continued smoking.
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Product NewsNew Monster duo
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is launching Monster Juiced Aussie Lemonade and Monster Ultra Rosa alongside the return of its snow sport-themed consumer promotion for the Monster Ultra range.
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Product News#WhatTheFanta returns
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced the return of #WhatTheFanta for the fourth year running, bringing mystery back to the soft drinks aisle following another successful campaign in 2022.
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NewsSHOP TALK: Don’t forget Mothering Sunday
Mother’s Day is fast approaching; this year it falls on Sunday March 19. For many adults, the easiest option will be to walk into their local Tesco or Asda and take advantage of their huge in-store displays. These will place flowers next to cards next to chocolate next to prosecco, making it uber easy to pick up everything they need all at once.
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NewsNew report calls for minimum viable network of 200 hydrogen refuelling stations by 2030
A new industry report published today calls for a coordinated, national hydrogen transport strategy to support the UK’s decarbonisation and path to Net Zero, including a minimum viable network of 200 hydrogen refuelling stations by 2030.
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NewsSUMMIT 2023: Sustainability issues are impacting property market, warns Rodell
The pace of transition away from fossil fuels may be patchy at the moment, but Steve Rodell, managing director, retail, Christie & Co, believes there is an unstoppable momentum behind it.
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NewsSUMMIT 2023: Balmer highlights flaws in PumpWatch proposal
PRA executive director Gordon Balmer gave an insight into his organisation’s work on behalf of its members in his presentation to the Forecourt Trader Summit 2023.