TravelCenters of America (TA) announced the publication of its inaugural Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report. The report reflects the company’s longstanding commitment to sustainability and transparency. TA’s ESG report highlights TA’s progress and achievements across a broad array of ESG initiatives, including environmental management and investment in alternative energy, team member training, development and…
Sound Payments Introduces POS Solutions at NACS 2022
Sound Payments will introduce in-store point-of-sale (POS) solutions for convenience stores and gas stations at NACS 2022, including Sound POS. Sound POS provides a cost-effective, all-in-one POS that gives greater flexibility and more tools for c-stores and stations to run their in-store business. Sound POS runs on a variety of devices designed to fit in…
7-Eleven Offers Mini Taco Deal
7-Eleven announced it is inviting 7Rewards and Speedy Rewards members to celebrate with 10 mini tacos for just $2 on Oct. 4 — National Taco Day. This deal is available at participating 7-Eleven, Speedway and Stripes stores. 7-Eleven’s crispy, crunchy mini tacos have a spicy beef filling made from shredded beef, green chiles, jalapeño peppers,…
bp to Accelerate EV Growth
bp announced it will develop a national network of EV charging stations with Hertz, powered by bp pulse, bp’s global electrification and charging solution brand. The companies signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU), which sets the foundation for Hertz and bp to drive the future of mobility and accelerate EV consumer adoption. The agreement also…
TXB Debuts Texas-Sourced Private-Label Products
TXB (Texas Born) launched a new line of locally sourced private-label offerings and apparel in all of the TXB markets. All private-label offerings are locally sourced, manufactured, produced, bottled or bagged in Texas. TXB carefully selects quality products to provide the best that Texas has to offer at an incredible value. In addition to food…
Peter Rasmussen Joins PetroActive Real Estate Services
PetroActive Real Estate Services, LLC and CEO of Convenience and Energy Advisors, LLC (CEA) Peter Rasmussen have finalized a strategic business alliance that will enhance PetroActive’s convenience, gasoline and diversified energy advisory capabilities. PetroActive, a recognized M&A and strategic business advisory firm, added retail guidance to its service slate in 2018 to answer a defined…
Circle K to Arrive in South Africa
Alimentation Couche-Tard and Millat Convenience announced a Master License Agreement that will bring Circle K to South Africa. The first Circle K location expects to open in the Gauteng province in October. Outside the U.S. and Canada, Couche-Tard has approximately 1,900 franchise Circle K locations in Latin America, Africa, the Middle East, Asia and Oceania.…
Stewart’s Shops Celebrates National Coffee Day
Stewart’s Shops announced it is celebrating National Coffee Day on Thursday, Sept. 29 from noon to close with free coffee. Customers can choose a hot coffee, iced coffee or cold brew of any size. Stewart’s hot coffee offers a variety of flavors including the classic House Blend, Richer Roast, Blueberry Crumble, seasonal Pumpkin Spice and…
QuickChek Opens Newly Designed New Jersey Store
QuickChek has opened a larger, newly designed store in Parlin, N.J., on Sept. 20, 2022, complete with fuel and expanded food options. The innovative 4,542-square-foot stand-alone store at the intersection of 3101 Bordentown Ave. and Cheesequake Road replaces a smaller QuickChek and features the company’s new exterior with a green tower and “Fresh to Go”…
MAPCO Hosts Hiring Day Event
On Saturday, Sept. 24, MAPCO hosted a hiring day event inviting local workers to come out and be interviewed on-site by a hiring manager. Attendees explored different career-building opportunities, with benefits for full- and part-time team members and flexible scheduling. Supported by professional development, clear career paths and a priority to promote from within, MAPCO…