All Convenience articles – Page 17
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NewsCo-op launches member pricing on Deliveroo
The in-app offer has been introduced across 100 key lines and everyday essentials, with savings of up to 28%
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NewsParfetts to open ninth depot in Southampton to boost national footprint
The new 113,000 sq ft depot will enable it to deliver across the south coast and into Greater London
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NewsSoSweet launches first own-label range into convenience channel
It has so far launched in over 100 stores across the south west, including Premier and Spar, as well as in its own 16 retail stores, online and TikTok
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NewsCo-op quick commerce ambitions inspired by Big Macs, not Big Four
‘I tell my team: don’t worry about the other grocers, see what McDonald’s are doing” says Co-op e-commerce chief
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NewsDoritos Dinamita hits UK as PepsiCo taps demand for spicy snacks
‘Gen Z are driving the demand for bold and exciting flavours,’ said PepsiCo
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NewsScottish retailers experience ‘Breezer fever’ as demand for 90s alcopop soars
The drink formerly know as Bacardi Breezer is enjoying a social media-led resurgence
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NewsSpar wholesaler James Hall drives rollout of Ann Forshaw’s milk vending machines
The 24-hour service dispenses pasteurised and non-homogenised fresh milk in 500ml or one-litre servings, priced at £1 and £1.60 respectively
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NewsNearSt launches tech allowing c-stores to connect in-store inventory to delivery apps
It works by linking to the retailer’s EPoS systems, ensuring their in-store availability is displayed live on the apps
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NewsBooker launches rapid delivery service for symbol retailers
Booker has been piloting the system in Budgens Abridge, near Romford in Essex, and is set to add a further three pilot stores over the next two months
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Comment & OpinionIt’s all over for Amazon Just Walk Out technology in grocery
The fact is: Just Walk Out technology is just not all that frictionless
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NewsAsda adds ex Co-op boss Jo Whitfield to board of directors
Former Co-op boss Jo Whitfield is joining Asda’s turnaround efforts, returning to work as a non-exec director at the retailer
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Category ReportThe great escape: eggs category report 2025
UK retailers and suppliers are freeing their hens and switching to cage-free eggs. Why are some against this move?
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NewsPlatinum Retail enjoys 40% surge in turnover to £163.8m
The forecourt operator reported the strong growth following investment in site expansion, food to go and technology
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NewsAllwyn launches first digital scratchcard dispenser
The technology, which has been created in partnership with Scientific Games, will make its debut at an Asda store in Ashton-under-Lyne
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NewsNisa founder Dudley Ramsden dies aged 81
Retailers and wholesalers across the sector have paid tributes in honour of his contribution to it
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NewsRetail crime ‘spirals’ to more than 2,000 incidents a day
There were also 70 incidents per day which involved a weapon, more than double the previous year
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NewsGreencore delivers positive Q1 but warns of ‘unprecedented’ labour cost challenges
Sandwich maker Greencore has reaffirmed its full-year guidance following a ‘strong’ first quarter with volumes growing ahead of the market
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Analysis & FeaturesFranchise & fascia report 2025: convenience by numbers
A break down of the store numbers, type as well as membership costs and minimum contract terms
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Analysis & FeaturesHow can independent convenience stores defend their prices?
Supermarkets have opened a new front in their pricing battle, offering Aldi Price matching in their convenience stores. So what can independents do to persuade shoppers they still offer value?
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NewsAF Blakemore sales drop 4.6% after losing major supply deal with EG Group to Asda
AF Blakemore said positive actions on high-margin categories and cost control meant adjusted EBITDA increased by 52% from £19.3m to £29.4m