By Brian L. Milne, Energy Editor, Schneider Electric For the first time since the middle of December, the U.S. average price for regular grade gasoline moved lower according to the Energy Information Administration’s (EIA) weekly survey, pressured by worries over economic growth and the effect on fuel demand, along with lower asking prices by suppliers…
NACS Updates Category Definitions
The new NACS Category Definitions and Numbering Guide – Version 7.1 is now available for download. In developing the updates, the NACS Research Committee worked closely with industry leaders and key stakeholders to make a few important changes to the 7.0 version, which was published in 2010. These changes improve the clarity of the guide…
Royal Buying Group Announces Vendors of the Year
Royal Buying Group Inc. (RBG) announced the 2012 Vendors of the Year at the 2013 Independent C-Store Expo on Feb. 28. RBG grants this award to vendors who provide the highest level of service and programming in their category to Royal Buying Group’s chain of independently operated convenience stores, college bookstores, truck stops/travel plazas…
Starbucks Defies NYC Sugary Drink Ban
Michael Bloomberg’s large sugary drink ban begins on March 12, but Bloomberg is getting some push back from Starbucks, which has announced it plans to make no immediate changes to its business based on the ban. The new mandate limits sugary drinks sold at restaurants, movie theaters, street carts, and more to 16 ounces. But…
Pilot Food Stores Hosts V2 Cigs Pilot Sampling Program
Program seeks to educate existing customers. V2 Cigs, an electronic cigarette, has pioneered a multi-channel sampling program that has e-cig companies following suit in the race for highly competitive retail space. Amid the explosive growth of electronic cigarettes, the V2 Cigs model has emerged as the industry standard. On Jan. 12, 2013, V2 Cigs was…
Kum & Go Names New Marketing Director
Megan Elfers joins the Kum & Go marketing team. Kum & Go President and CEO Kyle Krause announced today that Megan Elfers is joining the company as the new marketing director, effective immediately. Elfers has extensive experience in brand management, as well as food and retail marketing. In her role at Kum & Go, Elfers…
LOGIC Names Director of Key Accounts
E-cig category expert Chris Colón to oversee expansion of LOGIC Electronic Cigarettes at U.S. retailers. LOGIC Technology, developers of the premium electronic cigarette, has announced the addition of Chris Colónto its key executive team. In his role as national director of key accounts, Chris will establish and manage new accounts and oversee existing ones with…
Tedeschi Rolls Out “400 Calories or Less” Menu
Customers have more than 25 healthy options to choose from. With consumers increasingly having healthy eating on their minds, Tedeschi Food Shops unveils their new “400 Calories or Less” menu. The menu seeks to accommodate a new wave of healthy eaters who are trying to eat better, but not sacrifice taste. By adding sandwiches, such…
EPA Names Hoshizaki ENERGY STAR Partner of The Year
Hoshizaki America Inc. earns award for protecting the environment through manufacturing energy-efficient products. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has named Hoshizaki America Inc. as a 2013 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year for its outstanding contribution to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by manufacturing energy-efficient products and educating consumers about energy efficiency. Hoshizaki America Inc.’s…
Enmark Celebrates Grand Opening
Bluffton, S.C., station ribbon cutting draws crowds on Feb. 22. Enmark Stations Inc. recently celebrated the grand opening of its newest location in Bluffton, S.C. The station, located on the corner of Highway 278 and Island West Park (501 Island West Park), is the company’s fourth store in Bluffton. Members of the Greater Bluffton Chamber…