Unilever launches freezer scheme to reduce energy use
The schemes are launching in Germany and Indonesia
James Hall expands green supply chain with new fleet
James Hall & Co. has added three new greener Volvo tractor units to its fleet
Coca-Cola begins introduction of attached caps across portfolio
The move is set to boost collection and recycling, and help prevent litter
Scottish DRS receives £9m funding
The £9m from Scottish National Investment Bank, coupled with a similar-sized investment from Bank of Scotland, will fund the start-up of DRS
Booker retailers save 300,000 meals from waste through Too Good To Go
525 Premier, Londis and Budgens stores are signed up to the Too Good To Go initiative
Wholesaler’s new tech promotes supply chain transparency
Shelfnow’s blockchain technology gives retailers instant access to documentation on suppliers’ production methods
National Convenience Show: What were the key learnings from the Retailer Hub?
Over three days retailers had the opportunity to share best practices and discuss the key topics impacting the convenience sector
Product Showcase: New launches from the National Convenience Show
We look at some of the latest innovations launched at the National Convenience Show
Retail NI sets out priorities to Assembly
The trade body’s priorities include improving government, tackling the cost of business crisis, modern infrastructure and better planning and addressing the climate crisis
Barr rolls out 100% rPET 500ml Irn-Bru and Rubicon bottles
The recycled plastic packaging will be available from the end of the month
Southern Co-op given Queen’s Award for Enterprise
The group received the award under the category Sustainable Development
JW Filshill explores sustainable sources for delivery fleet
The wholesaler is looking at options with Scottish Power which could save an estimated 1,100 tonnes of CO2 over the course of a year
A.F. Blakemore trials electric HGV
A.F. Blakemore has been trialling an electric truck at its Willenhall distribution centre
Southern Co-op removes plastic bags for life
It is hoped the move will convince shoppers to switch to reusable bags to help tackle climate change
Reverse Logistics Group selected to implement Scottish Deposit Return Scheme
Circularity Scotland Limited, the scheme administrator for Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme has selected Reverse Logistics Group (RLG) as the preferred implementation partner
Nisa introduces paperless delivery notes system
Nisa is to remove paper delivery notes for all its partners with the introduction of a new paperless system.
Time to get smart on energy saving
Our resident tech expert Richard Inglis looks at ways to use technology to reduce your energy bills
NatWest to provide financial support to small businesses looking to go green
Two financial propositions have been developed by NatWest to help small businesses become more environmentally sustainable
Southern Co-op launches Too Good To Go trial
The group is tackling food waste with Magic Bags
What trends will impact retailers in 2022?
Supply chain disruption and shifting channels look set to dominate retailers’ agendas in 2022. IGD has set out five global trends it thinks will impact the retail sector over the next 12 months
The Kay Group partners with Too Good To Go to reduce food waste
Forecourt retailer, The Kay Group, has joined forces with food waste management app, Too Good To Go, in a bid to reduce its food waste from across its convenience stores.
Southern Co-op to sell more food past ‘best before’ date
More than 100 stores will take part in the ’Reducing Our Footprint’ initiative
Recyclable packaging introduced for Mug Shot range
Symington’s has introduced 100% 100% recyclable packaging for its Mug Shot range
Violife launches veganuary campaign
Violife, the vegan cheese alternative brand and official sponsors of Veganuary, has unveiled its ‘change your cheese’ campaign
Nisa switches egg range to free range
Nisa has switched its entire range of eggs to free range in response to “growing public desire for more ethically sourced products”.
UK Convenience Retail in 2022: The Convenience Mix Podcast
Our panel looks ahead to 2022 with some help from leading names in the convenience sector
Looking ahead to 2022: Electric shock
Energy costs and retail pricing are up for discussion as top retailers reflect on 2021 and prepare for 2022
New implementation date for Scottish Deposit Return Scheme announced
Scotland’s Deposit Return Scheme is set to come into effect on 16 August 2023
DRS delay plea made to Scottish government
The Scottish government has been urged to delay the implementation of the Deposit Return Scheme until September 2023
Dunnet Bay Distillers launches canned cocktail
Family owned gin and vodka company, Dunnet Bay Distillers, has launched a canned RTD cocktail