All articles by David Rees – Page 23
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NewsJTI launches new trade website with support from retailers
JTI has launched a new trade website designed to give retailers an instantly-accessible guide to the tobacco category.
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NewsPaul Cheema calls on Costcutter management to fix issues
Leading retailer Paul Cheema has called on Costcutter’s senior management to fix the crisis in the group’s supply chain “for the sake of the convenience store industry”.
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NewsNisa members to benefit from £2.2m surplus payments
Nisa is to return £2.2m to members in the form of dividend payments and surplus distribution profits.
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NewsScottish retailers call for clarity on currency
The fate of the pound and uncertainty over business costs have emerged as the main concerns of Scottish retailers ahead of the country’s referendum on independence on 18 September.
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NewsSmiths News launches order management app
Smiths News has launched an app enabling retailers to manage their news orders via a mobile phone or tablet device.
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NewsSpar South Africa makes JV investment in UK and Ireland
Spar South Africa has made a significant investment in BWG, owner of UK Spar South West distributor Appleby Westward.
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NewsOne Stop claims 40% turnover rise at franchise stores
One Stop is claiming that its franchise stores have increased their turnover by an average of 40%.
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NewsMotor Fuel Group to acquire Murco Petroleum retail assets
Motor Fuel Group has agreed to buy Murco Petroleum’s 228 UK forecourt sites.
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NewsOne Stop extends use of mobile voucher technology
One Stop has signed a technology deal with Eagle Eye Solutions enabling shoppers to redeem vouchers in store using their mobile phones.
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NewsFirst Bestway-Batleys dual branded depot opens in Glasgow
Bestway has officially opened its first dual-branded Bestway-Batleys cash and carry.
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Blog
Missing the point
One month on from the end of Costcutter’s distribution link with Nisa, what have we learned?
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NewsCostcutter retailers near the end of their patience
As the fallout from the switch to the new Costcutter buy and supply system continues, members are becoming increasingly impatient with the ongoing issues, despite signs of improvement in recent weeks.
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NewsNisa hits new peak for on-time deliveries
Nisa is claiming a new record high for on-time deliveries, achieving a level above 96% during the summer peak period.
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NewsBestway to acquire Co-op Group’s pharmacy business
Bestway has entered into an agreement to acquire The Co-operative Group’s 770-strong pharmacy chain for £620m.
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NewsNew study to highlight value of the wholesale channel
The Federation of Wholesale Distributors (FWD) has commissioned a study into the contribution made by the independent supply chain to the UK economy.
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NewsPlastic bag charges confirmed in Queen’s Speech
The introduction of a compulsory 5p charge for single-use plastic bags in England has been included in today’s Queen’s Speech – although small retail businesses will be exempt.
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NewsNisa claims 186 Costcutter stores have changed allegiance
Nearly 200 stores have switched from Costcutter to Nisa since the new buy and supply arrangement with P&H was announced in March 2013, Nisa Retail has announced.
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NewsMakro turnaround boosts Booker’s capacity for growth
Booker’s successful integration of the Makro estate will enable it to scale up its delivery services and improve the support available to retailers stocking fresh and chilled.
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NewsConvenience sector set to grow 30% over next five years
The convenience market is expected to grow by more than 30% over the next five years as multiples and symbol groups continue to drive sales through the sector.