Whether hot, cold, ambient, wet or dry Retail Times looks at the latest retail products to hit the shelves. Read about the latest product launches, those which have had a makeover and innovation in product packaging and distribution.
151 Products – a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of value household items – is set to expand its current licensing agreement with Britvic Soft Drinks, with the launch of two new ‘Tango’ themed personal care lines. Under the license
The Co-operative Food is launching two premium own-brand chocolate boxes at great-value prices, which it claims make great Christmas stocking fillers. Now available in stores nationwide, The Co-operative’s Truly Irresistible Fairtrade Belgian Chocolates (170g) and Truly Irresistible Fairtrade Belgian Milk
VitHit, a market leading vitamin drink in Ireland, has announced its launch into the UK market. The four vitamin drinks, which include Berry Boost, Detox, Citrus Revive and Lean & Green have been listed by Tescos stores across the UK
Lancaster Brewery – the multi-award winning and fastest growing brewery in the country – claims to have created the first chestnut beer to be brewed and bottled in the UK. This August, Mr Trotters Great British Chestnut Ale 4% abv
Dixons Retail is launching the Sandstrøm Kitchen Collection range, fronted by chef and Sunday Times Cook, Gizzi Erskine, in a 12 month campaign that will involve above-the-line advertorials, PR & social media amplification. The Sandstrøm Kitchen Collection will be sold exclusively
Doff Portland, a leading UK manufacturer of insecticides, weed killers and garden care products, has undergone a major rebrand as part of its strategy to grow its share of the residential lawn and pest control market. Heading up the brand
Islay’s independent farm distillery, Kilchoman, is to release an exclusive bottling to its club members. Managing director Anthony Wills and distillery manager John MacLellan have chosen eight fresh bourbon barrels from an October 2008 filling which are currently being finished in
Leading organic baby food brand Plum claims it is is set to storm the baby aisle with the launch of eight new recipes in a bid to “Ban the Bland” in baby food. The new products are said to be unique
Coconut water brand Chi has announced a 500% increase in growth since last year. In the first three months of 2013 alone, Chi’s turnover exceeded that of the whole of 2012 – a consequence of boosted sales both in the
Leading UK manufacturer of baking ingredients, Renshaw, has expanded its range of Ready to Roll Icing Multi-packs to include two new varieties – Neons and Naturals. The new packs each contain five 100g sticks of Ready to Roll
Kitchen roll brand, Plenty, is promoting the results of consumer testing on its range, which it claims makes the perfect household companion this Christmas. The range has been awarded a Reader Recommended stamp for 2013, which recognises products have been
The Co-operative Food is introducing own-brand nappies as part of its new “Loved by us“ offering and claims to be providing busy families with great-value, quality products, available on their doorstep.Starting from £2.75 a pack, the new own-brand disposable nappies
TAGS Tasty Crisps – created by former Seabrook Crisps managing director, John Tague, has launched in Tesco. The brand launched earlier this year with sharing bags, 40g bags and multipacks of 25g bags. It is now selling its multipacks of
Global Brands has launched a gold infused liqueur called Jungfrau Gold Edition to tap the growth in indulgent nights in. Global Brands’ marketing director, Simon Green, said: “Jungfrau Gold Edition is creating the ultimate celebration moment with its premium new gold
VK has rebranded its RTD (ready to drink) range and introduced innovative fruit flavours as well as glitter. According to the brand, single fruit flavours have been blasted into the past with its new flavour revolution. Global Brands marketing director,
Castle MacLellan, maker of luxury pâtés in the Scottish Borders, has unveiled new packaging for its core range as part of a brand makeover with a fresh focus on the company’s local heritage. The new design has been produced to
LanesHealth is set to expand its pain management category with an addition to the Polar Frostcold gel range. The new product provides all the benefits of Polar Frost cold gel in a convenient on-the-go format, the company claims. The muscle
Jura single malt whisky is celebrating the craft of storytelling with a new off-trade and online marketing campaign. Named ‘The Story Season’, the whisky’s new campaign includes two major on-pack promotions to entice and engage consumers. The promotions will be
Milton, a leading expert in sterilising and Nursery Industry Awards 2013 nominee, has unveiled a new brand identity, new product packaging, revamped website, and new product range. According to the company, the branding gives Milton a fresh and contemporary image,
Benross – one of the UK’s largest suppliers of homewares and electrical goods – has expanded its popular Christmas lighting range with the launch of its battery-operated LED light range. The new decorative lights are claimed to be an industry
151 Products – a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of quality, value household items – has developed its popular laundry sheet brand, Fabrite, with the launch of its new Tumble Dryer Sheets. The Tumble Dryer Sheets have been introduced to
An award-winning whisky from down under is now available, for the first time ever, to buy in the UK. Overeem Single Malt Whisky is said to be made using the very finest ingredients Australia has to offer. The best barley
Spar UK is launching a range of new and redesigned chilled products, giving customers everything they need for a warming family dinner this winter season. These 23 hearty favourites consist of ready to cook main dishes as well as a
Chocolate brand Elizabeth Shaw is working with the baking team at this year’s BBC Good Food Show Winter (27 November to 1 December 2013). The brand will be the chocolate supplier for The Great British Bake Off Stage and will run daily
Wiltshire-based brewer Wadworth has introduced new labelling to its core range of beers to create a unified visual identity on supermarket shelves. Brewer of brands such as 6X and Horizon, Wadworth said it has responded to the requirements of the retail
