April 28, 2025  |  Your latest trade news

Shortlist announced for Grocery Management Awards 2025

News | The awards ceremony, along with gala dinner, will take place in the Royal Marine Hotel in Dublin

The shortlist for Ireland’s premier event for recognising and honouring management excellence – the ShelfLife Grocery Management Awards (GMAs) has...

Tobacco scam catches dozens of retailers, warns CSNA

News | Conmen and con-women have pitted their wits against unsuspecting staff (and owners) from the dawn of time

5 soft skills that make or break a grocery retail team

Advisor | Nikki Murran outlines the top soft skills that shape how we interact with others in a retail environment that can in turn make or break a store’s reputation

RGDATA 'welcomes' Government decision to delay introduction of living wage

News | The measure is now due to be implemented in 2029

International London Spirits Competition winners revealed

News | From the United Kingdom to Italy, spirits from over 30 countries submitted entries to the International London Spirits Competition

The Irish Food Writing Awards 2025 - now open for entries

News | This is the fifth year of the awards, established to acknowledge the highest achievements in books, journalism, restaurant critiques, feature writing, recipe writing, photography, podcasts and social media on Irish food and drink

Revenue seize contraband worth over €572,000

News | Cigarettes and tobacco products, with an estimated value of almost €9,680, representing a potential loss to the Exchequer of approximately €6,067 were seized

Justice Minister vows to tackle retail crime

News | Justice Minister has acknowledged the impact of retail crime on independent shops and states they are "resolute" in tackling the issue

Aldi and Sunglow Nurseries extend partnership

Brand Central | Since 2008, Sunglow has supplied Aldi as 95% of its produce is sold in its stores nationwide

SuperValu and Uber Eats launch new delivery partnership

Brand Central | SuperValu and Uber Eats have announced a partnership that sees customers able to receive their online orders within at least forty minutes

Aldi reminder to shoppers

Brand Central | Aldi reminds shoppers of non-peak hours at its stores ahead of May Bank Holiday weekend

Lift your spirits

Irish whiskey has established itself as a global leader in the spirits industry, though the full impact of Trump’s tariff has yet to be seen. Donna Ahern reports

Cool treats, hot sales

Ice cream sales are set to soar as consumers look for cool respite as the summer season sets in, Donna Ahern reports

Petmania launches Ruby Heart Awards

Irish pet retailer Petmania has just launched the very first Ruby Heart Awards—a nationwide celebration honouring the incredible stories of pets and the people who care for them

Quench the demand

It’s time to most of the season as refreshing beverages fly off shelves faster in the summer sun, writes Donna Ahern

Guinness announces new acts for Lovely Days Live

Ireland's top artists prepare to take stage at Lovely Days Live at St. James's Gate as part of Alive in 25

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