All Forecourt Trader articles in October 2019 – Page 2
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NewsACS welcomes Parliamentary report on Post Office network
A report on the Future of the Post Office Network from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy Select Committee has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). ACS chief executive James Lowman said: “We are pleased the inquiry has recognised that rising operating costs faced by ...
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NewsLorry driver uses out-of-date fuel card to steal £700 of diesel
Police officers from Derbyshire Constabulary investigating the theft of £700 worth of fuel from a service station in Markham Vale are asking the public for help to trace a man captured on CCTV. At 1.45pm on Monday 14 October an HGV pulled up at the Markham Vale service station. The ...
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NewsHonda brings electrification for all models forward to 2022
Honda has accelerated its electrification plans for Europe by moving forward its goal for all of its European mainstream models to feature electrified powertrains by 2022. It has also announced a tie-up with an energy company to promote home charging for all brands of electric cars. The new target announced ...
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NewsConsultation on green number plates for zero emission cars
The government has launched a consultation on introducing green number plates for zero emission cars.The initiative aims to raise awareness of the increasing number of zero tailpipe emission vehicles on UK roads, help their drivers to benefit more easily from local incentives like free or cheaper parking, and encourage greater ...
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NewsA new ’Reign’ beckons for CCEP as it launches into performance energy drinks sector
Coca-Cola European Partners (CCEP) has launched into the performance energy drinks sector with Reign Total Body Fuel, a new drinks range from Monster Energy engineered to fuel optimum performance for workouts and strength training.Reign Total Body Fuel is designed to be consumed pre- and post-workout and contains 200mg of natural ...
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NewsAppeal for witnesses after armed robbery at Murco filling station
Detectives from North Wales Police are appealing for witnesses following an armed robbery at the Murco Garage on Marine Road in Prestatyn.The robbery happened at around 1:20am on Tuesday 22 October, when a person wearing dark clothing with their face covered, entered the store and threatened the staff with a ...
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NewsACS publishes assured advice on water refills in store
New assured advice for retailers on what to consider when providing water refills in store has been launched by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).The guidance sets out the different ways that retailers can provide a water refill service in store, as well as highlighting some of the challenges of ...
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NewsAscona acquires leases of two forecourts in Gloucester
The rapidly growing Top 50 Indie Ascona has acquired the leases of two forecourts in Gloucester. The deal was handled by business property adviser Christie & Co, which was acting on behalf of Heritage Automotive. The directors of Heritage Automotive decided they wanted to lease the forecourts to a third ...
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NewsATM gang sentenced to total of 55 years in jail
A criminal gang responsible for thefts of cash machines across the South East that caused damage costing more than £1m have been sentenced to a total of 55 years in jail.The successful prosecutions follow an investigation by the Kent and Essex Serious Crime Directorate which began in April 2018.It covered ...
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NewsMorrisons unveils 50-strong network of rapid chargers
Morrisons is claiming to have Britain’s largest network of rapid electric charging points for electric vehicles.This week Morrisons unveiled 50 GeniePoint rapid charging points at its stores nationwide, with a further 50 planned by 2020.According to GeniePoint, the rapid chargers will charge an electric car six times quicker than standard ...
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NewsEG Group completes acquisition to take US estate to 1,680 sites
EG Group, parent company of Top 50 Indie Euro Garages, has announced the completion of its acquisition of the Cumberland Farms forecourt business in the US, following the deal that was agreed in August.Cumberland Farms is based in Westborough in Massachusetts, and operates 567 convenience stores in seven northeast states ...
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Spring into action with 2020 line-up from Mondelēz
Mondelēz International has announced a busy line-up for Easter as it builds on last season’s momentum when it added £22m to the category, and plans to maximise Cadbury’s position as the number one Easter confectionery brand (Nielsen). IGD research has revealed that the average UK shopper spends £17 on chocolate ...
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Wall’s Pastry unveils its first vegan snacking range
Sausage roll brand Wall’s Pastry has developed its first vegan snacking range, by introducing plant-based meat replacements Hooba and jackfruit. Wall’s Pastry claims to be the first manufacturer to develop a vegan snacking range with Hooba, an innovative vegan mince made with the stalks of oyster mushrooms. The Vegan Jumbo ...
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PayPoint reports Fortnite effect on sales of gaming vouchers
The latest release of the Fortnight computer game, Fortnite Chapter 2, has caused a surge in gaming vouchers purchased from convenience stores, according to PayPoint. Figures taken from the PayPoint One electronic point-of-sale (EPOS) platform show the value of eVouchers purchased across the UK has seen a spike of 96%, ...
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NewsFrugalpac introduces new recyclable cup
Frugalpac, the manufacturer of easily recyclable coffee cups, has introduced the Frugal Cup Linerless.Made from virgin paper, sourced entirely from sustainably accredited forests, the Frugal Cup Linerless is specially treated with a coating which makes it suitable for hot and cold drinks while still allowing the pulp to break down ...
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NewsShell plans to replace forecourt with EV-only charging hub
Shell is planning to be the first fuel retailer in the UK to take out traditional fuels from an operating service station and replace them with an electric vehicle-only charging hub. Application for planning permission for the development on the company’s site in Fulham, West London, will be put forward ...
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NewsIonity launches “Scotland’s fastest chargers” at MFG site
Ionity has launched what it describes as Scotland’s fastest EV charging station at a site in Gretna Green owned by the UK’s biggest independent forecourt operator MFG.The company, a joint venture between Daimler, Ford, BMW Group and the Volkswagen Group with Porsche, claims its 350kW chargers will charge an EV ...
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NewsTwo police cars responding to forecourt break-in rammed
Two police cars responding to reports of a break-in at a forecourt in Essex have been rammed by another car.Officers were called to a suspected break-in at the Harvest Service Station on High Road, North Weald at about 3.25am on Thursday October 17.It was after they arrived at the scene ...
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Barr gives Irn-Bru energy drink a nationwide roll-out
Irn-Bru has launched a nationwide roll-out for its energy drink Irn-Bru Energy, after a launch in Scotland earlier this year.The new drink combines the flavour of Irn-Bru with the taurine, caffeine, B vitamins and taste of an energy drink and will be available in sugar and no sugar options.“Energy is ...
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NewsPRA arranges Business Breakout in Swansea
The PRA will be staging a Business Breakout in Swansea on Thursday November 7 at the Liberty Stadium.Coffee will be provided from 10am and there will be a free buffet lunch with opportunities to network.Presentations will include: PRA – latest market update; Allego – electric vehicle charging offer for dealers; ...