Club is a group of trusted suppliers to the convenience store sector, who work hard to offer retailers the best deals and save them costs at a difficult economic time. These suppliers have joined to signal their support for the industry and attend a number of ACS events. The Club package brings extensive benefits which include premium networking with retailers and our Independent Board. It also allows suppliers who sign up to the Club package to gain an insight into the convenience sector at all levels.
For more information about becoming a Club member, please contact William Nelson at william.nelson@acs.org.uk.
APG Cash Drawer is a global manufacturer of cash management solutions serving a variety of customers and industries. APG has built a reputation as the supplier of choice for cash management solutions in retail, grocery, convenience, hospitality, and quick-serve environments throughout the world. From our general application, bespoke, mobility or the SMARTtill® Intelligent Cash Drawer solutions, our brand differentiates itself by delivering innovative technologies that globally enhance efficiency and security at the point of sale. with over 40 years of experience, manufactures a wide range of highly durable and reliable cash drawers that are delivered quickly to the marketplace. APG has built a reputation as the supplier of choice for cash management solutions across a wide range of global industries and verticals.
Asahi UK Ltd. is the UK and Ireland subsidiary of Asahi Europe Ltd. Asahi UK Ltd. has responsibility for the development of the following Super Premium brands across the UK and Ireland; these include; Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Pilsner Urquell, St Stefanus and Kozel. Through its distribution discipline, supplemented by engaging and innovative marketing activities Asahi UK is bringing value back into the Super Premium Beer category. More information can be found at www.asahibeer.co.uk
We are a leading supplier of over-the-counter products offering a range of healthcare and wellbeing solutions that consumers know and trust. We put the consumer at the heart of all our business decisions and are committed to developing insight led, innovative campaigns that help us inform, educate and excite. We are continually pushing boundaries and our portfolio includes some of the top brands in healthcare. You will find our products in women's health, analgesics, digestive health, skincare, nutrition, allergy and foot care. Our vision is to be the champions of self care by helping consumers live better, fuller lives for longer.
Launched in 2001 by Simon Gray, Boost Drinks is totally focused on the independent retail sector. Boost has a fantastic range across the stimulation energy, sports/isotonic and protein categories, including both price-marked and plain packs, and with very attractive price points for the consumer. With a particular focus on taste, Boost offers sugar free as well as original variations of its energy drinks – alongside a popular selection of flavours. Protein Boost is a recent addition to the portfolio, bringing the total number of SKUs to over 40.
As Champion Of The Independents, Boost is exclusively available to independent retailers; offering great profit margins, great sales volumes and great brand support. We spend a lot of time listening to independent retailers to fully understand their businesses in order to provide the best possible service and really support them. And that goes across our product portfolio, our new product development, brand support, in fact everything we do!
Carlsberg was founded in 1847 by J. C. Jacobsen after the name of his son Carl. The main beers are Carlsberg, Carlsberg Export and Carlsberg special brew.
Carlsberg was proud to be the Official Beer of UEFA EURO 2012™, The England Team and a founding partner for Wembley Stadium and sponsor a number of Clubs around the country from Premiership teams right through to League 2.
CBE is a pioneer in retail technology with experience built over three decades in the British Isles. CBE offers superior
quality software systems and is the leading supplier of scanning solutions to the supermarket, convenience and forecourt sectors. With in-house software development, 24/7 customer support, excellent training programs & facilities, this ISO 9001 accredited firm is your one-stop-shop for EPoS solutions.
Freephone: 0800 7314591
Email: sales@cbesoftware.co.uk
Cennox support the world’s leading brands to deliver their complex projects. We thrive in demonstrating real end-to-end solutions, tailor-made to meet the needs of our clients. From nationwide installation services and technical hardware provision, to implementing security solutions, signage projects and branch transformation, Cennox improves our client's project cost efficiencies, provides choice and delivers products and ongoing services to enhance the operations of their business. We are Cennox. We Innovate / Maintain / Secure.
We’re the leading specialist advisor for buying and selling businesses in our sectors - hotels, pubs, restaurants, childcare, healthcare, convenience retail, leisure and medical. If you’re looking to buy or sell a business in our specialist sectors – from a pharmacy in Sussex to a hotel in Austria – our expert advice and collaborative support will help you achieve your goals. You may be an independent first-time buyer or a multinational adding to your portfolio; either way, you’ll discover that our personalised service is focused on helping you achieve your ambitions. Clients have access to our carefully managed network of potential buyers. This unique database of contacts has been continually developed by our advanced IT capabilities and benefits from both our years of experience developing our network and our wide geographical coverage.
Proud owners of more than 90 COOK shops around the UK, a thriving home delivery business, a network of concessions in like-minded retailers, a puddings kitchen in Somerset, and a big kitchen in Kent (with a second one on the way). A manufacturer and retailer of frozen ready meals, COOK was established in 1997 in Sittingbourne, Kent. Their founding statement is, ‘To cook using the same ingredients and techniques you would at home, so everything looks and tastes homemade.
Quintessentially British pan fried crisps made from our delicious potatoes grown on the family farm in the rich Fenland soil of Cambridgeshire since the 1800s.
Growing our own vegetables means we are in complete control of our supply chain from seed to packet, this is important because provenance and origin is an ethic we promise to you, our customer. From English stately homes, National Trust properties, the National Gallery, countryside farm shops and local deli’s, to railways and airlines… Corkers is developing and changing everything we do, with new products coming soon, but still connected with our roots
Country Choice is the UK’s leading supplier of in-store bakery and retail foodservice products.
In addition to a comprehensive range of high quality frozen, chilled and ambient products, Country Choice provides on-site training, equipment, concepts and point of sale.
Our dedicated Telesales Operators, Regional Sales Executives and Foodservice Trainers will work with you to understand your needs and requirements to help you successfully develop your business.
CPM is the global leader in our industry with a presence in over 35 Countries and has the financial stability provided by our parent company, Omnicom Group PLC to invest and strategically grow our business which in turn allows us to support our clients in growing their business.
As part of a wider network of advertising and marketing communications agencies within the Omnicom group, we provide our clients with the infrastructure to develop and implement goals and aims outside of CPM’s Core areas of expertise. Our business provides retail solutions for over 135 major brands across Europe alone employing over 20,000 people. CPM was founded in the UK during 1936 as a provider of sales, merchandising and auditing teams on behalf of a client list that now spans FMCG, Leisure and Entertainment, Government, Financial Services, Technology and Automotive sectors.
Danfoss is a leading global manufacturer of refrigeration components and solutions. A market leader in the UK for package refrigeration units with high efficiency and energy saving designs which qualify for ECA Tax allowances, Danfoss has expertise in the latest ways to optimise refrigeration system design and help meet the latest Eco design criteria. Danfoss also offers a wide range of free on line training to explain more about refrigeration available to all.
E K Williams offers a comprehensive accounting, payroll and retail support solutions nationwide.
Established internationally in 1935, EKW is a leading accountancy expert helping petroleum and convenience retailers to flourish. EKW brings together a unique blend of traditional accountancy expertise and professional business advice. Accredited as Sage™ Accountant Partners, we deliver some of the most robust accountancy solutions in the market including, uniquely, the CounterBooks cloud-hosted retail accounting system. EKW are also affiliate members of the British Franchise Association.
Independent groups or even symbol brands can benefit from fully outsourced accounting and payroll solutions allowing rapid network expansion or contraction without onerous employment legislative issues.
Celebrating 30 years at the forefront of technology
30 years in business is testimony to the philosophy of Electromech ECS Ltd. We put the client first and pride ourselves on our exceptional customer service levels. Founded in 1988 as a centre for electronic and electromechanical repairs, we have branched out over the last few years into other areas of expertise that span our market with some of the leading products available.
Not only do we specialise in the core business of the repairs of thousands of product lines by our team of experienced engineers, we now promote and sell leading technology in payment systems and engineered solutions to name a few. We will shortly be introducing in collaboration with a leading partner a portal that will give peace of mind to clients in matters of compliance/security.
Based in Emeryville, California, f’real produces and sells freshly blended real milkshakes, smoothies and frappe’s in their self-service blending machines that are customizable, self-cleaning and sanitizing. Being the 6th leading brand in the milkshake category, f’real values itself on using high-quality ingredients to fill their cups, using only real ice cream and fresh fruit. The blending machines are primarily located in convenience stores across the United States and Canada, and allow consumers the option to customize the consistency of their frozen beverage. With 3 thickness options, consumers can have a shake blended to their liking, all around 60 seconds. Currently, f’real is the #1 frozen novelty brand in convenience stores, with their program installed in over 20k locations and over 350 million cups sold.
Fentimans have been making natural botanical drinks for over 100 years. Our artisanal drinks are brewed for 7 days using the time-honoured botanical brewing process. The result is a superior drink that tastes simply delicious.
Present in the UK since 1966 and part of a leading global company, Ferrero UK is recognised for iconic brands such as Ferrero Rocher, tic tac, nutella and Kinder Surprise: unique brands which are well loved throughout the UK. Ferrero UK is a dynamic, progressive company, fusing modern, innovative approaches with its rich confectionery heritage. Our leading position in confectionery markets in mainland Europe underpins our commitment to succeed in the competitive UK market. This has helped us to achieve rapid growth consistently over the last few years.
Established in Nottingham for over 200 years, Fraser Brown Solicitors are proud to be the oldest independent firm of solicitors in the city and to have provided legal services to many local businesses and individuals. With offices in Nottingham city centre, Radcliffe on Trent and Bingham, they work with a diverse range of businesses and organisations and have a local and national client base.
Royal FrieslandCampina is home to YAZOO; the no. 1 flavoured milk brand and no. 1 in the convenience channel for over a decade. As one of the world’s largest dairy companies, Royal FrieslandCampina is committed to providing millions of consumers all over the world with food that is rich in valuable nutrients from milk.
Hasbro is an American worldwide toy and board game company. It is the largest toy maker in the world in terms of stock market value, and third largest with revenues of approximately $5.12 billion. Hasbro owns the trademarks and products of Kenner, Parker Brothers, and Milton Bradley, among others.
Herbert has been working with the UK’s leading Retailers for decades and has established a reputation for business need analysis – demonstrated by our capability to accurately and independently match solutions, hardware and services to requirements. Thousands of mobile devices are currently implemented and supported in the UK.
At HL Display we provide customers around the world with solutions for merchandising and retail communication that drive sales, save labour costs, and create differentiation.
What started in 1954, today celebrates decades of innovative retail solutions. Present in 50 countries and with cutting edge industrial capabilities across four factories we have the flexibility to both customise solutions and produce in large scale.
With successful installations in 295,000 stores worldwide, we lead the development in innovative and sustainable solutions, creating a better shopping experience for people all over the world.
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British Toy Maker Hornby owns some of the most famous brands in the business.
They include:
It's range of toys and collectables covers the ages of 3 to 103!
Free display stands and CDUs are available subject to minimum orders on specific ranges.
With everything from Pocket Money toys, Souvenirs, Collectable Models through to £100+ Starter Sets they offer retailers profit margins and income in a small space.
HTEC are a leading provider of retail technology. We provide point of sale, payment and loyalty solutions to the convenience and forecourt sector.
Everything we do is designed to help retailers increase sales or improve efficiency. So, if you are looking for a fully integrated POS, Back Office or Head Office solution or to use technology more effectively, give us a call on 023 8068 9491 or visit our website www.htec.co.uk
We’ve grown and evolved with our partners at home and overseas, which is a testament to our relationships and the valuable nature of people dealing with actual people to build in-store experiences that are truly unique whether its background music, digital signage or a combination of the two. Everything we do is produced in-house by our creative studio. This team delivers both in-store and out-of-store messaging, working across both TV and Commercial Radio. We continually adapt to the retail and hospitality industry and the consumers that drive it. Now in 158 countries globally; we understand the cultural nuances required to make brand experiences stand out... but also, to fit in. We thrive on a good challenge.
Lucid was founded in 2001 with a goal to make life easier for suppliers and retailers alike. From supply chain to point of sale solutions, we have worked across Europe (England, UK, Scandinavia & Central Europe) to the Middle East to Australasia.
Our approach is consistent, keep the retail customer at the heart of the solution. The easier it is to purchase, the more likely the sale. Lucid has worked extensively within the Newspaper & Magazine category, the health & beauty sector, confectionery, drinks and food categories.
The Norac Foods Group is a family owned business established in the late 1980s in Britanny, France. Originally focused on patisserie, brioche and bread, however, during the mid-nineties through a series of acquisitions moved into other categories; chilled sandwiches, salads and antipasti. We have 22 manufacturing sites around the world, 9 of which are traditional bakery factories in northern France. As a group, we turned over just under 1b€ during 2016.
We are the No.1 Own Label bakery and bread manufacturer in Europe and currently supply to Tesco, Asda, Morrisons, Sainsburys and Booker in the UK amongst others. We also have a very large portfolio of branded products that have been specially formulated and packaged for the UK, including individually wrapped morning goods, designed for Food to Go/Snacking (both short and long life). With our fantastic brands Whaoo! And La Boulangère, we offer traditional French artisan bakery with a great stream of NPD coming through designed to suit the busy lifestyles of the UK market consumers.
United Biscuits produce some of the world’s best known and loved sweets and savoury snacks. UB’s unrivalled portfolio of brands has been meeting consumer needs for over 100 years and includes favourites such as McVitie’s, Jacob’s, Twiglets, KP, Skips, Penguin, Mini Cheddars and more.
UB have a dedicated long term focus on consumer care; health and nutrition; community, and sustainability. They are also founding members of the ‘Princes Countryside Fund’, an initiative to support UK farmers.
Polymer Logistics is a global leader in Retail-Ready Packaging (RRP). We provide world-class plastic container and pallet pooling services, working closely with manufacturers, suppliers/packers and retailers alike to ensure cost-effective logistics solutions and maximum in-store product availability. Aligned with our pooling service is our innovative design and manufacturing capability. Our extensive range of returnable transport, storage and display products includes collapsible bins, folding, nesting and stackable crates, together
with reusable dollies and pallets.
POS TUNING, founded in 1998, is the expert for optimizing product presentation at the point of sale. It is Europe's largest manufacturer of shelf management systems and has established new standards of product presentation. With POS Tuning’s frontfacing and lift systems, products are always presented in the optimal way - visible and accessible. Retailers, manufacturers and shoppers all benefit. The foundation of the product design and development has been built on the premise of providing solutions that perform long term, and are simple and easy to use in every day trade. Positive effects of the POS TUNING systems are a reduction of shelf maintenance, a significant increase in turnover, stock always visible and higher customer satisfaction. These effects have been proven in many cases with customers and partners.
Our goal is to create tasty nutritionally balanced products to suit everyone’s needs; be that for health, dietary intolerance or lifestyle, to help each person be their best self. Since launching Pulsin in 2007, co-founders Simon Ashburner, Nick Bildner and Ben Lewis, have shared the view that people, of all ages should be able to eat healthy foods without compromising taste. Our award-winning range of tasty, nutritious products are perfect for fuelling your day. From delicious guilt-free Raw Choc Brownies, Protein Booster Bars, Fruit & Nut Bars and Kids Fruity Oat Bars the whole family can enjoy, to Protein Powders and Supershakes perfect for shaking or baking. Our products are all gluten-free, vegan or vegetarian, non-GM and made using the finest natural and nutritious ingredients we can get our hands on. Did we mention they're ridiculously delicious too? Made using renewable energy at our Gloucestershire HQ and following a 0% to landfill policy, we're strictly no nasties and no nonsense!
The Smart Scan, Pay and Go App for a convenient & queue busting shopping experience. With customers focusing on the value of their time more than money, QueueCheetah has the solution. Peak-times see a large increase in queues, which can put off many customers, therefore hitting stores revenue. Lunch times are also precious, so QueueCheetah gives the customer the option to nip in and out quickly and get their favourite meal deal or lunch snack. QueueCheetah solves an operational issue for the operator and gives the consumer a better retail experience.
R.H. Amar is the UK’s leading importer and distributor of ambient fine food, supplying more than 40 fine food brands – including Del Monte canned fruits, Crespo olives, Sacla’ pesto, Kikkoman, Kuhne, Brown & Polson, Cardini, Mutti, Mary Berry dressings and Ella’s Kitchen organic baby food – to a host of customers, including the UK’s leading wholesalers and symbol groups.
In particular, the company recognises the increasingly important role that convenience retailing is playing in the lives of shoppers throughout the UK, which is why it places great emphasis on coming up with exclusive initiatives to help convenience retailers get maximum profit out of its exciting portfolio of footfall driving brands.
Owners of iconic UK brands such as Swan, OCB, JOB and Zig Zag, Republic Technologies (UK) Limited market and sell a large range of the finest quality smokers accessories, including rolling papers, filter tips, cigarette tubes, lighters and many other accessories.
The Republic Group of companies currently sell products in over 95 countries worldwide to a wide range of markets and customers. We work very closely with our network of manufacturing plants to ensure the highest possible standard of product. We are also continually investing in and developing our group brands to ensure they continue to meet our consumers’ needs.
The experience and knowledge we have of the UK market is sizable and our sales teams are actively working with some of the largest retail, wholesale and distribution groups in the UK, developing their businesses through best practice category management.
More information can be found at www.houseofswan.com
Rubies is the world's largest designer, manufacturer and distributor of fancy dress. Founded in Queens, New York, in 1951 by newsagents Rubin and Tillie Beige. By 1990, Rubie’s Costume Company Inc. had signed it first licence with Paramount Pictures to manufacture Star Trek costumes. Since then, they’ve added famous names such as Batman, Spider-man, Star Wars, Frozen, Harry Potter, Power Rangers, Disney Princess and hundreds more. With a base in the UK since 1996, Rubie’s award-winning costumes and accessories are made to the strictest safety standards in line with the European Toy Safety Directive. Rubie’s inspires children and adults of all ages, with fun and fantasy outfits for everyday dressing-up, Book Week, Halloween, festivals, birthdays, movie launches, fan conventions, Christmas and more.
SHS Sales & Marketing are the UK's leading sales and marketing company. Some of the UK's biggest brands appoint us to provide an outsourced solution to match their ambitions to increase their market share, drive revenues and maximise business efficiencies. We do this by combining any number of our specialist skills - from sales and logistics, to customer services, finance and customer marketing - to meet those objectives
Smartbits offers a risk free solution to mobile phone accessories. We work on a consignment basis, where all stock is delivered to the store, completely free of charge, and the retailer is charged purely for what is sold. We operate a van sales model, visiting the stores every month, invoicing and restocking on every visit. The products are generically barcoded and there are only 3 price points: £.4.99, £5.95 and £7.99. We pride ourselves on our service levels and high quality products.
The UK’s premier, award winning Slush Mix & Slush Machine Company. Premier supplier of slush machines
and slush products to convenience stores.
The preferred choice of the UK’s leading symbol groups and independents alike. We offer a Nationwide service.
ESL is a system for information display installed on retail store shelves and then newly entered information is automatically updated to the communication network and displayed. Solu M provides ESL for retail customers providing services in Hyper Market, Super Market, Drug Stores and Convenient Stores. Alone, Solu M ESL has provided the tags over 25,000,000 in total to 1,273 stores in 19 countries which are and have operated successfully.
International market leader in the bakery industry with a track record in creating the very best and innovative products. Previously known as Carrs Foods. St Pierre has been inspired by European Café culture to create a range of premium bakery products with a sophisticated taste to enjoy every day. The brand is available worldwide and is the fastest growing bakery brand in the USA. St Pierre Bakery range of products include brioche, crepes and Belgian waffles. For more information visit www.stpierrebakery.com (USA) www.stpierrebakery.co.uk (UK & Rest of World)
Service driven business solutions for retailers
Our business is looking after your business with a range of specialist business solutions, including:
With 25 years under our belt, industry expertise and our commitment to providing exceptional customer service, you can be sure your site will be in safe hands.
The Retail Data Partnership has worked with retailers for over 17 years to help them improve their business by developing ShopMate, the convenience sector’s most dependable EPoS system. With a team of over 50, we have the expertise to support your retail business and help you boost your profits with EPoS and value added services.
TLM Technologies provides world-class technology and support to convenience & fuel retailers.
Covering EPOS, Back Office and Head Office we develop unique technologies and integrate the systems necessary to make smarter, more profitable decisions.
This is matched with the critical services retailers rely on to keep operational, including pump maintenance and systems support.
Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world’s largest wine companies, listed on the Australian Securities Exchange. Everything we do is dedicated to realising our vision of becoming the world’s most celebrated wine company. As a vertically integrated business, TWE is focused on three principle activities: Grape Growing and Sourcing, Winemaking and Brand-led Marketing
Upfield is a global leader in plant-based nutrition with a great history and a portfolio of iconic brands that people have used and trusted for generations. This includes Flora, Rama, Becel, Blue Band, Country Crock, I Can’t Believe it’s not Butter and ProActiv.
We are a global food company with 6 business units operating in 95 markets. We have the mindset of a start-up. This makes us fast, agile, entrepreneurial, cost conscious and accountable for our products – from seed to serving at the breakfast, lunch or dinner table.
We take quality seriously and around the world we taste products every 30 seconds. We take our consumers seriously and more than 150 people will taste test each of our new innovations before they hit the shelves.
Our purpose is clear: Making people healthier and happier with great-tasting, healthy and natural plant-based products which are good for our planet.
We will not make any compromises when it comes to doing what’s right for our people and our planet. We uphold a strong commitment to sustainability that guides the entire value chain.
Whyte and Mackay can trace its roots back to 1844 in Glasgow. And if time has taught us anything, it’s how to perfect our consistently smooth and rich tasting whisky. That’s partly thanks to our triple maturation process and partly down to the abiding genius of our third generation master blender and those who came before him. We’d like to tell you more about our story. If you read on, we’ll take you on a journey from back in the day to right now, a journey from grain to glass. It’s the story of how we blend our smoother, richer tasting whisky. And if you want to hear about our many awards, well, we’ll tell you about those, too on our website.
A modern approach to ID verification
Yoti is an identity checking system that lets organisations verify who people are, online and in person. For consumers, it’s a free smartphone app that helps them prove who they are and confirm the identities of others.
Identities are verified using border level facial recognition software, and government-issued identity documents.
Yoti is the world’s first mobile-friendly and consumer-focused digital identity system.
