All Forecourt Trader articles in September 2020
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NewsScania introduces its first series production range of electric trucks
Scania has launched its first series production range of electric trucks. The vehicles in the new range – a fully electric truck and a high-performance plug-in hybrid – focus initially on urban applications, including distribution to retailers.
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NewsACS welcomes Treasury and HMRC call for evidence on the alcohol duty system
A new call for evidence launched by the Treasury and HMRC on the alcohol duty system has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores.
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Equipment NewsBureau Veritas introduces inspection service for electric vehicle chargers
Electrical safety expert Bureau Veritas has launched an independent new inspection offering for EV charging points to help duty holders ensure all installations are compliant with the Electricity at Work Regulations 1989 and the BS7671- Requirements for Electrical Installations (IET Wiring Regulations).
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Product NewsWall’s Pastry launches on-pack promotion offering chance to win £1,000 voucher
Sausage roll brand Wall’s Pastry is giving consumers the chance to win a £1,000 UK holiday voucher every week, and various other high-value prizes as part of its new on-pack promotion.
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Product NewsValeo Confectionery brings out softer chewy version of its XXX mints
Valeo Confectionery has launched a new product, XXX Softmints, in response to consumer demand for the XXX brand’s mint flavour, but in a new, softer format.
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NewsUKIFDA warns that further restricting red diesel usage could harm businesses
Plans to restrict usage of red diesel could have an adverse impact on a wide range of businesses the liquid fuels trade body, The UK and Ireland Fuel Distributors Association (UKIFDA), has warned.
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NewsACS welcomes progress on delaying next business rates evaluation
Progress on plans to postpone the next re-evaluation of business rates has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS).
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NewsPolice appeal after man armed with hammer robs service station
Police investigating a robbery at a Shropshire service station are appealing for witnesses.
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NewsTwo tobacco fraudsters prosecuted as part of JTI illicit tobacco campaign
Two fraudsters who sold counterfeit Amber Leaf tobacco through Facebook have been prosecuted in a campaign to tackle the illicit tobacco trade, funded by Japan Tobacco International (JTI).
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NewsTwo family-owned Swansea petrol filling stations sold by Christie & Co
Two family-owned petrol filling stations in Swansea have been sold by specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co.
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NewsIssa brothers agree £6.8bn deal with Walmart to take over Asda
A £6.8bn deal to buy Asda has been agreed by EG Group’s founders and joint CEOs Zuber and Mohsin Issa and private equity group TDR Capital. The transaction, which is subject to regulatory approval and expected to complete in the first half of next year, involves the Issa brothers and TDR Capital acquiring a majority ownership stake in Asda, but its current owner, the giant US retailer Walmart will retain an equity investment in the business, with an ongoing commercial relationship and a seat on the board.
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NewsRightcharge launches 'all-in-one' EV and home charging comparison service
Rightcharge has launched what it claims is the UK’s first and only electric vehicle (EV) energy tariff, home charging and installation online comparison service.
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Product NewsJTI transitions Sterling Rolling Tobacco 3-in-1 Box to a handy pouch format
JTI has announced that it will be transitioning its Sterling Rolling Tobacco 3-in-1 Box to a handy pouch format, as the demand for more convenient alternatives grows.
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Product NewsSt Pierre bakery products win listings in Sainsbury’s petrol stations
European bakery St Pierre has secured a new listing in Sainsbury’s petrol stations nationwide for its range of individually-wrapped products.
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NewsPRA announces details of its second online Business Bulletin
The PRA has announced details of the second of its online Business Bulletins, which were introduced after the coronavirus pandemic forced it to cancel its autumn programme of Business Breakouts.
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NewsSpar Y Maes in Pwllheli crowned Convenience Retailer of the Year for 2020
Spar Y Maes in Pwllheli has been crowned Convenience Retailer of the Year for 2020 at The Convenience Awards organised by William Reed Business Media’s conveniencestore.co.uk, Lumina Intelligence and The Grocer.
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NewsNew Maxol forecourt opens at Vivo site at Tattyreagh in Northern Ireland
A six-pump Maxol forecourt has opened as part of a development of a new Vivo Essentials store in Tattyreagh, County Tyrone, in Northern Ireland.
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NewsClean air campaign encourages Scottish motorists to give up driving
A new campaign will encourage Scottish motorists to give up driving as part of Clean Air Day.
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NewsTotal acquires network of more than 1,600 on-street EV chargers in London
Total has agreed a deal to take over a network of more than 1,600 on-street electric vehicle charging points in London.
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NewsThug threatens staff with weapon during robbery at Glasgow forecourt
A man threatened staff with a weapon during a robbery at the BP petrol station on Great Western Road in Glasgow.