As we hit the season for making profit and loss projections, forecourt operators need to be prudent and to look to spread the burden of increased costs across shop categories, rather than fuel, advises industry commentator Jan Mikula.
Since becoming head (md) of retail at commercial property specialist Christie & Co 14 years ago, Steve Rodell and his team have been behind the sale of thousands of petrol stations. But apart perhaps from his new gym buddy, Tony Walker, a former director of MFG, few in the industry will know the man behind the deal-making handshake.
Forecourt operators Park Garage Group, Guy White and Fuzail Patel share their insights into how the disposable vape ban will determine the category’s future fortunes.
EV chargers require big investment and can take years to reach maturity; we look into the aspects forecourt operators should consider before taking the plunge.
Getting the in-shop offer right is more important than ever for forecourt operators, so many will be opting for a bit of retail therapy at next month’s National Convenience Show.
Penny on the Move was victorious last night as Forecourt Trader’s Top Indies Retailer of the Year 2025.
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