1. Trends & External Forces

Walkers extends PMP case count

Written by Posted on Less than 0 min read

Walkers is increasing the size of its best-selling price-marked pack (PMP) cases across its snacking portfolio, from 15 to 18. Walkers is launching larger case sizes across several of its best-selling PMPs, to help retailers avoid losing sales. The move will see cases grow from…

This story continues at Walkers extends PMP case count

Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

View Original Article
Member since
Established in 2007, TalkingRetail.com brings you the latest news, analysis and information across the UK convenience and independent grocery retail sectors. Sister publication Independent Retail News is a monthly magazine for owners of independent convenience stores. Originally launched as Independent Grocer in 1981, the magazine changed its name to Independent Retail News in 1995. It provides must-have information that helps in the day-to-day running of stores and keeps readers up-to-date with the latest news and product information. The publications are brought to you by Metropolis Business Media, which also runs a number of leading annual awards events including The Retail Industry Awards, The Quality Food Awards and The Quality Drinks Awards. These prestigious ceremonies recognize the top performers across both the independent and multiple sectors, and are judged by a highly respected and influential group of independent top industry judges. https://www.talkingretail.com/
Do you like Talking Retail's articles? Follow on social!

More from Talking Retail

  1. Department: Food

Chupa Chups launches new Flavour Playlist XXL

Perfetti Van Melle has unveiled Chupa Chups Flavour Playlist XXL – a fusion of five flavours in one lollipop. Available in all channels from May, for RRP 50p, Flavour Playlist XXL offers a medley of Cola, Cherry, Lemon, Lime, with Strawberry bubble-gum at its core.… This story continues at Chupa Chups launches new Flavour Playlist […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Owned Brands (Private Label)

Co-op own label key to forecourt retailer’s decision to rejoin Nisa

SG Petch has credited Co-op branded products for its decision to rejoin Nisa after a six-year hiatus, after opening a new Express store in Haxby, near York. The Northeast based family-owned business, whose core area is in automotive dealerships, saw the opportunity to open a… This story continues at Co-op own label key to forecourt […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. ESG

One week to go until energy tipping point for 370,000 small businesses

The end of the Energy Bill Relief Scheme in seven days could threaten the future of hundreds of thousands of small firms, according to research by the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB). With help for energy bills due to be radically downscaled in a week’s time, FSB is warning that 370,000 small businesses who fixed […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad campaign

The Onken yogurt brand, part of the Emmi Group, has announced a year-long campaign partnership with TV presenter and comedian Paddy McGuinness to drive awareness and growth of its entire portfolio. The integrated campaign will set out to help the nation make time to ‘feed… This story continues at Onken recruits Paddy McGuinness for ad […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

ACS welcomes FCA’s proposals to require banks to improve cash access

ACS has welcomed the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) proposals to ensure that banks and building societies consider reasonable cash access services and has repeated its calls for a review of interchange fees. These services are essential for the convenience sector – over 50% of store… This story continues at ACS welcomes FCA’s proposals to require […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Activia presents The Good Gut Guide campaign

Activia has teamed up its brand ambassador, Rachel Stevens, with leading media doctor, Dr Zoe Williams, to launch The Good Gut Guide campaign. The Good Gut aims to educate the nation on easy steps to improve and maintain wellbeing, starting with the gut, to discover… This story continues at Activia presents The Good Gut Guide […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. CPG: Food

Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Granola gets a taste of coffee

Kellogg’s Crunchy Nut Granola is launching a new Barista Edition with a Chocolate Mocha Flavour. The latest addition to Kellogg’s Granola range is infused with a coffee flavour, with milk chocolate curls and sliced almonds. Speaking about the launch, Rui Frias, senior brand activation manager from Kellogg’s UKI said: “We know coffee is one of […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Retail Ecosystem

Refurbishment reaps sales rewards at Leicestershire village store

The overhaul of a busy village store in Leicestershire has helped boost the sales by more than 20%. Nisa retailers Paul and Jack Matthews refurbished their family store in Rothley just 18 months after doing the same at Bradley’s in Quorn, also in Leicestershire. The Rothley store has been operating for 40 years and has […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Relief at just 4% increase in business rates in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland’s retail association has given a qualified welcome to a less-than-feared increase in business rates. Although a double-digit percentage increase in the regional rate had been suggested by some in Northern Ireland – with the aim of tackling the region’s considerable financial problems –… This story continues at Relief at just 4% increase in […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Kikkoman fires up for BBQ season

Kikkoman is rolling out a programme of support for the summer months to demonstrate its commitment to remain front of mind as “the nation’s favourite soy sauce”. ​Under the tag line ‘Fire Up the Umami’ a dedicated BBQ themed neck hanger will appear on over… This story continues at Kikkoman fires up for BBQ season […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

JTI expands cigarillo range with Sterling Dual Double Capsule Leaf Wrapped

JTI has expanded its cigarillo portfolio with the launch of new Sterling Dual Double Capsule Leaf Wrapped, offering a combination of peppermint and berry mint capsules. The innovation joins JTI’s Sterling Dual Capsule Leaf Wrapped range, which the manufacturer says is already the fastest-growing cigar brand in the UK and the number one cigarillo brand, […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

Booker Group launches first colleague network ‘Women in Booker’

Booker Group has announced the launch of its first ever colleague network which happened on International Women’s Day. Called ‘Women in Booker’ its purpose is to champion gender equality and to help women be at their best. A virtual event saw over 750 colleagues covering all areas and work levels across the group coming together […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department: Adult Beverage

Adnams reveals new brand design

Southwold brewery, Adnams, is rolling out a full redesign of its core beer range. The range of coastal brews has been reimagined by Adnams and Brighton-based design studio CookChick with local artist Vanessa Sorboen, to reflect the brand’s Suffolk home. Drawing inspiration from its coastal… This story continues at Adnams reveals new brand design Or […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. International

Spring Budget: BIRA optimism and more industry reactions

The British Independent Retailers Association has said it is optimistic about the spring budget where the chancellor announced the reduction of National Insurance rates. Bira, which works with over 6,000 independent businesses of all sizes across the UK, said the news from Jeremy Hunt that… This story continues at Spring Budget: BIRA optimism and more […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Trends & External Forces

Postmasters comment on record cash transactions

New figures today (12 February) reveal Post Offices handled £3.37bn worth of cash deposits and withdrawals in January 2024, up over £140m on January 2023 (£3.23bn). Personal cash deposits totalled £1.42bn in January. This was just short of the all-time record set for a single… This story continues at Postmasters comment on record cash transactions […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Shopper & Customer

Shoppers ditch frozen pizza as prices rocket

Frozen pizza sales have plummeted by over a quarter (27%) with shoppers buying 2.3million fewer than a year ago, new data reveals. It comes as prices have surged by over 35% in the past twelve months, adding an average 77p to each pizza, analysis by retail data experts Reapp has discovered. The biggest fall came […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Stores & Formats

Co-op adds all its stores to nationwide ‘Safe Spaces’ scheme

Co-op has this week added its stores to the National Business Crime Centre (NBCC) scheme which aims to provide provision in the retail sector for anyone feeling unsafe or vulnerable when out and about on the UK’s streets. Also known as Operation Portum, the NBCC… This story continues at Co-op adds all its stores to […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Shopper & Customer

Viewpoint James Lowman: A safe haven in your area

We know from talking with consumers that convenience stores have the most positive impact on the local areas where we operate. That’s partly by being there and providing a vital service, but it’s also about what we do to add value to the community. This might be in the form of charity work and positive […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Partnerships & Alt Profit

Jisp agrees partnership with Kash Retail

Jisp has announced that it has agreed a partnership with multi-site Nisa retailer Kash Retail to roll Scan & Save out across all eight of its sites, with stores going live from 24 January. Jisp, which recently revealed retail sales through its Scan & Save… This story continues at Jisp agrees partnership with Kash Retail […]
< 1 min read
0
  1. Department & Category

Golden Wonder new Chilli and Lime Transform-A-Snack

Golden Wonder has added a new addition to its £1 PMP range with Chilli and Lime Transform-A-Snack A spokesperson for the company said: “For generations, Golden Wonder Transform-a-Snack has been the tasty snacks that allow you to build your own out-of-this-world car before experiencing a cosmic flavour journey and… This story continues at Golden Wonder new Chilli and Lime Transform-A-Snack […]
< 1 min read
0
Next