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AnalysisLooking back at 2023
This past year has been another eventful one for the forecourt sector. Against a backdrop of rising costs, increased crime and more EV vehicles on the roads, retailers have had to work harder than ever to remain relevant
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Product NewsDiageo launches responsible drinking campaign
Diageo, the makers of Guinness, Smirnoff and Johnnie Walker, has launched a new global responsible drinking campaign: The Magic of Moderate Drinking.
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Product NewsGoodrays CBD drink outselling energy drinks at Hockenhull sites
Goodrays CBD Drinks are now stocked at the award-winning Hockenhull Garages, marking the wellness brand’s first foray into forecourts.
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Product NewsMFG makes Virtue energy drink available across all its sites
Clean energy drink brand Virtue is now being stocked in Top 50 Indie MFG’s 900 sites.
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Product NewsElfbar and Lost Mary get new atomising technology
Global vaping solution provider Quaq has unveiled its latest-generation atomising technologies — Quaq Mesh, Quaq Cell and Quaq Capsule, which will be used at the core of vaping brands including Lost Mary and Elfbar. Quaq says the new tech will enhance adult users’ vaping experience.
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Product News
Pez has four new ranges
World of Sweets has unveiled four new licences from Pez: Barbie, Trolls 3, Gabby’s Dollhouse and The Smurfs.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON EPOS: Breaking down barriers
Typically, the biggest barrier to any retailer taking on new retail technology is cost. However, Henderson Technology says it has taken this barrier away by offering all its products on a monthly lease agreement, from the installation of its EDGEPoS system, to electronic shelf-edge labels (ESELs).
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AnalysisPITSTOP: Forfar Services, Longlevens, Forfar
Our mystery motorist on a mission visits Park Forfar
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NewsACS warns of impact of wage rises as NLW set to reach £11.44
The Association of Convenience Stores has warned about the affordability of the rise in the National Living Wage announced by the Government yesterday (November 21).
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON CHRISTMAS SOFT DRINKS: Santa’s softies
This Friday (November 17) sees the launch of the Coca-Cola Christmas campaign and – love it or loathe it – nothing in the soft drinks’ world says ‘Christmas’ more than Coca-Cola and its red Santa livery.
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NewsACS welcomes retail crime measures in King’s Speech, but seeks clarity
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has welcomed the Government’s focus on tackling serious crime in the Kings’ Speech, and has called on the Government to clarify how measures in the Sentencing Bill will support retailers dealing with unprecedented levels of shop theft.
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Promotional FeatureHow to generate revenue from parcel lockers
By hosting parcel lockers on forecourt sites, owners can reap several benefits, including added revenue generation and community engagement, while helping to improve sustainability. Here’s how.
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Equipment NewsHenderson uses StoreSpace for store layouts
The Henderson Group in Northern Ireland has updated its store layout process using CADS’ StoreSpace, a space management tool that has helped improve the company’s space planning decision making.
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AnalysisPITSTOP: Jet Beacon Garage
Our mystery motorist on a mission visits Jet Beacon Garage at Catterick Garrison, north Yorkshire
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON BREAKFAST: Morning service
The out-of-home breakfast market is in growth – albeit from a small base. According to Lumina Intelligence figures, in 2021 3.5% of breakfasts were eaten out of home but that rose to just over 4% last year. McDonald’s was king of the out-of-home breakfast market last year, accounting for 12% of sales, with Greggs not far behind – which is good news for all the forecourts that have a Greggs on site. And the best-selling item at breakfast was a pastry followed by a sandwich – probably washed down with a coffee or a tea.
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NewsJuxta unveils ready-assembled store for EV charging sites
A fully equipped, pre-assembled, autonomously operated, turnkey store for EV charging sites is now available from global tech company and micro convenience retail store provider Juxta.
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NewsCamelot lines up Super September for National Lottery retailers
Camelot is promising a ‘Super September’ for National Lottery retailers thanks to three special event Lotto and EuroMillions draws. These will be taking place across the month and are designed to help retailers increase sales and footfall, and boost their bottom lines.
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Promotional FeatureGrowing your sweet sales
Confectionery is one of the top categories purchased on impulse in forecourts. However, following HFSS regulations and now the cost-of-living crisis, there are multiple challenges for the category to face. Find out how to boost your sweet sales.
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Product NewsSHOP TALK: Can you help damsels in distress?
I have a confession to make. I don’t like to get my hands dirty when it comes to cars. I know the BHP of my car and that it usually gets me away from the lights first. And, of course, I am quite able to fill my car up with petrol but when it comes to tyre pressure, punctures, oil and the like, I haven’t a clue and really don’t want a clue.