The conflict in Iran shines a spotlight on war clauses being standard exclusions in most commercial insurance policies. And with April remaining a key time for renewing policies in the forecourt sector, it is not the only thing to be aware of, says Tracy West.
Do you believe you run the best fuel retail business in the industry – or have the best loo, car care section, or on-site team? Get your entries in now for the 2026 Forecourt Trader Awards.
As the Forecourt Show becomes an annual exhibition, keeping pace with the fast-changing petrol station sector, we take a look at some of the non-grocery innovation for operators at this April’s event and the wider UK Food & Drink Shows.
With car washes and jet washes a lucrative part of many forecourts’ business, you want to make sure they are working with as little downtime as possible. A driver pulls up, sees your wash is out of action, they’ll drive away and try somewhere else. And if they prefer that other location, you may have lost a loyal customer.
Exhibitors at The UK Food & Drink Shows 2026 range from global giants to businesses taking their first steps in the food and drink market – here are just a few highlights of products being showcased at this April’s event.
As with chewing gum – who remembers Wrigley’s Juicy Fruit on every corner shop counter? – the carbonates market has undergone a generational shift away from using sugar as an ingredient.
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