All Forecourt Trader articles in October 2023
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Promotional FeatureHow can forecourts thrive within a new era for mobility?
With travellers embracing a wider array of transport, from electric vehicles (EVs) to public options, forecourt operators need to tap into demands for more flexibility. So, how can they position themselves to prosper in a less fuel-centric era for mobility?
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: Forecourt Trader Awards win is second time for Tout’s family
Jonathan and Zena Tout were delighted to collect the Forecourt Trader of the Year Award 2023 for Tout’s Cleeve, matching the family’s previous win in 2008.
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Product NewsUrban Eat’s Smart Retail Solution
Urban Eat is helping retailers maximise the sales potential of its micro-snacking range with a specially created Smart Retail Solution, a self-contained food-to-go unit complete with chiller and pre-programmed microwave.
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Product NewsDole fruit range gets redesign
The Dole Sunshine Company has announced a redesign across its fruit-in-juice and fruit-in-jelly range. Alongside the new design, the packs will now feature a clear ‘no added sugar’ message on the fruit-in-juice packs and ‘vegan friendly’ claim due to a recipe change for the fruit-in-jelly range.
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Product NewsCobra Zero gets improved taste
Molson Coors is launching a reformulated Cobra Zero with an improved flavour that matches the taste of the original Cobra lager, in a new can format.
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Product NewsBuzzBallz go big
BuzzBallz Cocktails has launched a new limited edition 1.75ltr large format to help forecourt retailers capitalise on the take-home market as the festive party season approaches. The BuzzBallz Biggies range comprises three flavours: Strawberry ‘Rita, Tequila ‘Rita and Choc Tease. The large format Ballz are ready to pour and share, with each containing almost nine servings. All are 13.5% abv and priced at £28rrp.
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Product NewsMcVitie’s all-year round gifts
Pladis is launching a year-round gifting range under the McVitie’s Victoria name, a name known for the nation’s number one premium assortment (Nielsen data). The range comprises two gift selections: McVitie’s Victoria Chocolate Orange Dreams and McVitie’s Victoria Chocolate Creations Gifting Pack.
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Product NewsKP launches new retailer support guide
KP Snacks has unveiled a newly developed retailer support guide on how to drive sales within the nuts segment. The launch of the new guide coincides with the UK’s number one nut brand, KP, celebrating 70 years of delivering high-quality nuts.
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Product NewsSHOP TALK: Cashing in on the Golden Quarter
New research from Deloitte reveals that consumers plan to spend more this festive season compared to last year.
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: Online vote gives Rob Exelby this year’s Special Recognition Award
Winner of the Forecourt Trader of the Year Award two years ago, Rob Exelby, managing director of Exelby Services, came out top following an online vote, giving him this year’s Special Recognition Award.
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: Winning ways of the Specialist Category winners
This year’s Awards saw a great standard of entries for each of the Specialist Categories, with retailers having to adhere to strict criteria for each of the 14 different awards.
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: Skill, drive and dedication as regional winners drive up standards
In the Regional Category judges tackled a record number of retailers entering this year, as they painstakingly marked hundreds of entries for their entrepreneurial skill, initiative and dedication in running a successful business.
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: The Maxol Group scores a hat-trick at Forecourt Trader Awards 2023
Maxol, Northern Ireland’s leading family-owned forecourt and convenience retailer was showered with accolades recently at the Forecourt Trader Awards 2023 as the Group secured a trio of prestigious awards.
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Industry FeatureFORECOURT TRADER AWARDS: A winning line-up
A great time was had by all at last month’s Forecourt Trader Awards which celebrated the hard work, innovation and creativity of forecourt retailers nationwide at a glamorous awards evening held at the Park Plaza, Westminster Bridge, London.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON OTC MEDS: Rescue remedies
We all know how difficult it can be to see a doctor so it should come as no surprise that the OTC (over the counter) medicines market is booming. Nielsen stats reveal that it’s worth £2bn in the UK with £144m of that spend going through the independent convenience channel.
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NewsPlanning discrepancy brings building at Euro Garages site to a halt
Work on a new Euro Garages site in Glasgow has apparently come to halt due to a dispute over the design.
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NewsFormal complaint into council’s handling of Brookfield Group’s planning permission
A formal complaint has been made to North Yorkshire Council over the handling of a planning application for a new Brookfield Group forecourt off the A65/A59 roundabout in Skipton.
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NewsJV formed to develop roadside community amenities including EV charging
Barkby Group has announced a joint venture with Meadow Partners to build a £250m property portfolio of roadside community amenities.
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NewsPromise of lower fuel prices as Asda completes EG Group UK acquisition
A pledge to lower fuel prices has been made by co-owner of Asda, Mohsin Issa, following the completed £2.07bn acquisition of EG Group’s UK business.
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Industry FeatureAWARDS: Gulf emerges victorious with Best Oil Company Initiative
Victorious in a highly competitive category, this year’s winner of the Best Oil Company Initiative at this year’s Forecourt Trader Awards, was Gulf with its OOMPH + Foresite entry, with BP taking the honours for Highly Commended.