IVG outlines its ambitions to hit £1billion in revenue
British vaping manufacturer IVG has unveiled its new ambition to reach £1billion in annual revenue within the next three years with plans to invest across its infrastructure.
Checkout Scotland headline act unveiled
The organisers of GroceryAid Scotland’s flagship Checkout Scotland music festival have announced that Nathan Evans and The Saint Phnx Band will be the headline act.
ScotGov opens new ‘Action on Vapes’ consultation
The Scottish Government has opened a new consultation to receive views on plans to limit displays, packaging and the appearance of nicotine products in stores.
Scottish retailers are World Cup winners
Scottish retailers were winners during Scotland's appearance at the World Cup, with SRC data showing a 1.7% rise in footfall during June year on year.
CCEP introduces new robot Spot dog to UK sites
CCEP has taken four paws into the future with the introduction of new robotic 'Spot' dogs across its East Kilbride and Wakefield locations in the UK.
Moira Dean quits convenience channel
Renowned Scottish convenience retailer Moira Dean, who has worked at Premier @ DUSA for nearly 10 years, has announced she is leaving the channel at the end of July.
Spar launches new home delivery platform Spar Dash
Symbol group Spar Scotland has launched its exclusive home delivery platform Spar Dash powered by category juggernaut Snappy Shopper.
Facewatch highlights repeat offender problem
Prolific repeat offenders entered UK shops almost 300,000 times in the first six months of 2026, according to worrying statistics from retail crime-busting tech firm Facewatch.
Morrisons unveils growth plans
Bosses at Morrisons have revealed new retailer incentives that they hope will enable the rapid expansion of its 700 franchise-operated Morrisons Daily convenience stores across the UK.
UK vapes industry warns of taxing times
UK vapes industry leaders will gather next week to debate the impact of the new tax on products and to discuss how new vaping rules can protect consumers and responsible retailers.
Tomatin expands listings across Booker locations
Highland distillery Tomatin has expanded its listings across Booker locations for its Double Cask expression as its 10 Year Old moves further south.
Spar Scotland launches new Healthy Living Programme stands
Symbol group Spar Scotland has expanded on its partnership with the Healthy Living Programme with the roll-out of new dual-branded displays and POS materials.
Co-op Wholesale hits £20million milestone on charity donations
Co-op Wholesale has hit a landmark £20million in donations towards local community group via its Making a Difference Locally charity initiative.
Scotland Food & Drink strengthens Net Zero team
Industry firm Scotland Food & Drink has strengthened its commitment to hit net zero by 2045 with the appointment of a new programme manager for the initiative.
Spar Kincorth played host to Original 106 broadcast
Aberdeenshire store Spar Kincorth recently played host to north eastern radio station Original 106 with its Breakfast Show taking place inside the store.
Industry experts welcome DRS grant support
DRS organiser Exchange for Change has announced new exemption rules for smaller retailers as well as a new grant scheme to support these stores.



























































































