All Retail articles – Page 5
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Equipment NewsBP strengthens partnership with Diebold Nixdorf to support convenience and forecourt transformation
BP and Diebold Nixdorf have recently signed a memorandum of understanding for Diebold Nixdorf to serve as a BP-preferred global partner for operational services and retail technology.
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NewsPromised boost for the National Lottery as new operator Allwyn takes over with big plans
New National Lottery operator Allwyn plans to boost its retail sales team by 50% in the first few months of taking over the National Lottery licence, and will also launch a new advertising campaign to help drive players into store.
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NewsForecourt refurb brings premium profits
A forecourt refurbishment has resulted in a huge uplift in sales of premium fuel for independent retailer Goran Raven – thanks to the introduction of premium grade diesel and extra nozzles for premium grade petrol.
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AnalysisSERVICE CENTRE: An account on stop is grinding everything to a halt
Tom Dant, managing director of Gill Marsh Forecourts with three service stations in Lincolnshire, copied me in on an email trail with TSG.
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NewsChanges pay dividends for Northern Irish retailer
Northern Ireland forecourt operator Kenny Bradley is hoping to make his newly-developed Kilrea site a destination for motorists with laundry machines, parcel lockers, his own-brand bean-to-cup coffee, a deli counter and locally-produced food.
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Equipment NewsSuresite to power new PitStop platform with ‘world-leading’ mobile payment technology
Forecourt payment technology provider Suresite is to power its new PitStop platform with mobile payment technology from Cloudics, described as a ’world leader’ in cross-business mobile payment and advanced forecourt control technology.
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NewsFood and drink sales double for MPK Garages following Nisa switch
MPK Garages has revealed a doubling of food and drink sales since it joined Nisa with the aim of growing its presence in the forecourt sub-sector of the convenience market.
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NewsEssar re-opens forecourt in South Wales
Penybanc Service Station in South Wales has reopened to the public under new Essar management.
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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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NewsMotorists under the radar, but welcome boost for business in Autumn Statement
A boost for businesses, while motorists can breathe a sigh of relief, following today’s Autumn Statement by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt.
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NewsRetailers fear negative impact of tobacco ban on trade, plus increase in illicit activity
Research of 1,000 retailers conducted by JTI has found that 86% of convenience retailers believe the Government’s proposed generational ban on tobacco products will have a negative impact on their business.
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NewsBP opens two new retail stores as it expands mobility and convenience network
BP has opened two new retail stores in the past month which has led to the creation of just under 50 new jobs across the two local areas.
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Promotional FeatureImproving the consumer experience in forecourts
In the competitive forecourt market, site operators need to be agile in order to manage rapidly evolving consumer expectations – and using smarter technology can keep them one step ahead.
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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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Promotional FeatureHow to maximise your chilled yogurts and potted desserts category
The chilled yogurts and potted desserts category is now worth £2.9bn, yet it’s under-serviced in forecourts. Here, Müller Yogurt & Desserts, reveal how retailers can maximise the category opportunity, delight shoppers and get their fair share of sales.
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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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Equipment NewsFri-Jado launches compact countertop solution
Equipment manufacturer Fri-Jado has launched a new compact Multi Table-Top Display (MTT), self-serve countertop unit ideal for hot and packaged food-to-go.
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Equipment NewsTECH TALK: EDGEPoS partners with online order specialist Deliverect for ‘all-in-one’ service
EDGEPoS, the EPOS software system from Henderson Technology, has been certified and is now partnering with Deliverect, the platform for managing online orders.
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Industry FeatureINSIGHT: BOSS is the ‘Watch’ word for fighting forecourt crime
Motorists not paying for fuel - whether by accident or design - has long been the scourge of the fuel retailing sector, and according to the latest figures, the overall trend is upwards.
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Focus On FeatureFOCUS ON PETCARE: Feeding time
If you thought the cost-of-living crisis was bad for consumers, it’s even worse for many pets. During the pandemic, pet ownership went through the roof as people working from home bought fun and furry companions. The prices of pedigree dogs rocketed to eye-watering levels as breeders cashed in on the surge in popularity. But fast forward to today and, according to UK Pet Food (formerly known as the Pet Food Manufacturers’ Association) 3.7 million households admitted to giving up a pet last year.