All Retail articles – Page 5
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NewsTankerford: Top 50 Indie’s small team makes a big impact
The commission-operator model is an established one in the forecourt industry, but running over 10 sites on this principle with just a handful of people is the very definition of lean.
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NewsRetailers warned new recycling regulations come into force soon
A new requirement for all businesses with 10 or more staff to recycle their waste comes into force at the end of the month, with firms that breach the rules facing legal action.
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NewsOne in four shoppers witnesses theft, and assault or abuse on retailers
Shoplifters are becoming “bolder and more aggressive”, with almost a quarter of consumers witnessing incidents of theft, as well as abuse or assaults on staff, in the past financial year according to a new report.
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NewsNew Moto Sawtry services just weeks away from opening
A new motorway service area operated by Moto is soon to open at Sawtry on the A1(M) between Peterborough and Cambridge, cementing the partnership between the two firms.
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NewsTheft at record levels with 6.2m incidents a year in convenience stores
Operators of convenience stores – on forecourts and standalone – are facing a surge in crime, with 6.2 million incidents of theft at their sites in the past year.
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NewsTrading Standards finds over one in eight ‘nicotine-free’ vapes contains nicotine
An operation run by Trading Standards has found that 13% of vapes marketed as being nicotine free contain nicotine, sometimes in excess of the legal limits.
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NewsTebay-style motorway services given go-ahead for M56
Full planning permission has been granted for a new Tebay-style motorway service area (MSA) on the M56 between junctions 7 and 8 after years of wrangling with local and national planners.
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NewsMaxol expands Northern Irish forecourt as part of £145m investment strategy
Irish oil firm Maxol has refurbished and expanded a forecourt in Lisburn, County Antrim, Northern Ireland.
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NewsMPK finds forecourt efficiencies in face of rising employment costs
Top 50 Indie MPK Garages has come up with a series of efficiencies which retail director Wayne Harrand says will prime the business for this April’s increases in employer National Insurance contributions, and minimum pay.
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NewsSUMMIT: Bright future for forecourts, says Greenergy’s Paul Clegg
The future of fuel on the forecourt is very much a mix of the traditional and the alternative, but it’s a future we can all look forward to thanks to the passion, creativity and determination of the sector’s independent operators.
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Promotional FeatureHow partnership working can enhance forecourt retailing success
As the forecourt sector evolves, with electric vehicle charging helping to transform the face of retail, it’s increasingly important for shop operators to develop their consumer offer to suit the changing needs of clients. So, local knowledge expertise from – and partnership with – convenience store groups can prove invaluable, argues Bestway Retail.
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NewsEssex forecourt will deliver a roast dinner to customers' door for £4.50
There may not be such a thing as a free lunch, but an Essex filling station is offering the next best thing, with Raven’s Budgens Abridge on the A113 near Romford selling a roast-dinner bundle complete with chicken, potatoes, Yorkshire puddings, mixed vegetables and stuffing – and all for just £4.50.
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NewsNew entrants to forecourt industry overcome adversity at former disused site
New forecourt entrants develop their own epos system for petrol station and cafe business.
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Promotional FeatureHow forecourts can adapt to changing consumer preferences in the vape category
Changes in consumer demands, environmental concerns and impending legislation is seeing a revolution in vaping innovation for forecourt traders. Find out how best to respond to meet consumer needs
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Promotional FeatureHow can harnessing retail technology enhance the shopper experience?
The innovative Eurospar store in Downpatrick, Northern Ireland, integrates advanced retail technology to enhance customer experience, promote local products, and boost profitability through efficient operations and a diverse range of fresh food options.
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Promotional FeatureHow one dynamic pizza company is embracing the forecourt opportunity
As forecourts evolve in line with the increase in EV charging and changing consumer demand, new opportunities are emerging for fast-food operators, as one young and enterprising pizza company is discovering.
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Promotional FeatureHow to boost profits and simplify lubricant sales
Find out how one forecourt operator has boosted their lubricant sales and customer experiences.
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Promotional FeatureHow to harness the power of forecourt insurance
A comprehensive insurance package could make the difference between peace of mind and sleepless nights for forecourt operators. So, what are the different types of coverage available and the most frequent insurance claims seen?
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NewsBP identifies bespoke food, dealer recruitment, and ultra-rapid EV charging for 2024 forecourt plans
When picking up a bottle of champagne, freshly cut flowers, and a bean-to-cup coffee is cited as a key shopping mission you get an idea of what BP is trying to achieve with its estate of 1,100 UK forecourt sites, including the 313 it owns.
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NewsACS report highlights key role of rural independent retailers
The Association of Convenience Stores is celebrating the crucial role that rural shops play in thousands of communities across the UK as part of the launch of its 2024 Rural Shop Report.