Breakfast biscuit brand belVita is announcing an exciting new promotional competition, giving shoppers the chance to win a trip to Finland – officially named as the Most Positive Place on the Planet! Launching this month across a range of belVita’s leading SKUs, the promotion is the perfect pick me up for shoppers looking for uplifting options in store and seamlessly mirrors belVita’s “Positive Energy” brand identity and messaging, helping consumers find something to look forward to as we kick off a cold and grey new year.
Shoppers simply purchase any pack from the belVita range and scan the QR code for their chance to win. Four lucky entrants will win one of our grand prizes of a trip to Finland, worth up to £6,500** with a raft of other brilliant instant win prizes up for grabs every day, including 90 wellness days and 1000 £50 cash prizes**.
The wider belVita range, including products such as the belVita Soft Bakes Choc Chips £1.99 price-marked pack, is included in the promotion, with the competition appearing on-pack across a variety of SKUs including belVita Soft Bakes, belVita Duo Crunch and belVita Breakfast.
belVita is also giving retailers the chance to get involved in this promotion. Independent and affiliated retail store owners and managers can head to Mondelēz International’s trade facing website www.snackdisplay.co.uk and fill out the entry form to be in with a chance to win prizes for their staff and store. There is an incredible £750 worth of Amazon vouchers for staff (15x £50)* up for grabs as well as a stock prize worth £200*. The winner will also receive the opportunity to have a Mondelēz International team member run sampling in their store for up to four hours*.
Live now and with a closing date of 31 May, retailers simply need to register or log in to their account on Snackdisplay.co.uk for their chance to enter this special competition exclusively for retailers.
“We’re excited to kickstart the New Year by bringing belVita’s signature Positive Energy to retailers and shoppers during these cold and grey first few months of the year in this inspiring competition,” said Nancy Moore, Brand Manager for belVita at Mondelēz International.
“The promotion has tested very positively with consumers, so retailers should be sure to stock the full range of participating belVita products to make the most of this unique promotion and help drive biscuit sales in their stores. What’s more – we’re delighted to be bringing retailers their very own version of the promotion and the chance to win some big prizes, so don’t delay – enter today!”
The promotion runs from January to May 2025 and will be supported with a 360 campaign including digital and OOH advertising in-store alongside in-depot POS materials. The wider belVita range is included in the promotion, with the competition appearing on-pack across a variety of SKUs including belVita Soft Bakes, belVita Duo Crunch and belVita Breakfast. The belVita range offers a host of moreish flavour combinations and textures, with the entire Soft Bakes range now non-HFSS and with the newly renamed belVita Soft and Crunchy Bars being a non-HFSS range as well.
**Consumer Competition Terms & Conditions:
Subject to availability. Non-PMP available. Retailers are free to set their own prices. UK & ROI, 18+. 07/01/25 – 01/05/25. Purchase required for UK only, NPN for ROI. Fill out the form to participate in instant win (max. 1 entry per person per day; max 1 prize per person). Instant win prizes: 90 x wellness days (spa vouchers worth £200/€ equivalent), 1000 x £50 cash (/€ equivalent). All valid entries will be submitted into grand prize draw (max 1 entry per person) for a chance to win 1 of 4 trips to Finland (exclusions apply, worth up to £6500/€ equivalent) plus £500 (/€ equivalent). Full T&Cs at belvitasnacks.com/win-termsandconditions. Promoter: Mondelez Europe Services GmbH – UK Branch.
*Retailer Competition Terms & Conditions:
18+ UK. Open between 13:30 BST 17January to 23:59 BST 31 May 2025 to Independent and Affiliated retail store owners and managers not subject to Sunday trading laws. Register or log in to Snackdisplay.co.uk and fill out the entry form to enter into a prize draw to win £750 worth of Amazon vouchers for your staff ( 15 x £50) and belVita, Brunch, Mikado or equivalent stock (at the Promoter’s discretion) worth £200 at full Recommended Retail price, PLUS an opportunity to have 1 Mondelez employee or agent to run sampling in your store for up to 4 hours, using stock given as prize, on a mutually agreeable date, Monday to Friday, 10.00am to 5.00pm only, excluding bank holidays, before 31st August 2025. 1 winner will be pulled from a random draw via an independent process. Maximum 1 entry per store. Incomplete entry forms will be disallowed. The winner will be contacted by the Promoter by email within 14 days of the draw and will have 14 days to formally accept the prize. Delivery of the prize will take place within 28 days of prize acceptance. Stock will be selected from the Mondelez product range and will be delivered by Mondelez to store address supplied on entry form. The Promoter reserves the right to select stock. Promoter: Mondelez Europe Services GmBH- UK Branch, Uxbridge Business Park, Sanderson Road, Uxbridge, UB81DH.
[MNJ1]Winners everyday relates to the wellness/cash prizes up for grabs can we make that clearer? Vs saying winners everyday and then 4 grand prizes?
[MNJ2]We are supporting with a 360 campaign including digital, OOH in store
SPAR is set to expand its bakery range with the launch of a brand new white thick sliced bread. This new addition complements the popular medium sliced option introduced in February last year, offering shoppers greater variety and catering to changing demands.
SPAR said the launch addresses growing market trends, with own label bread sales on the rise and thick sliced bread gaining significant popularity. By introducing this sought-after format, SPAR aims to fill a key gap in its range and meet increasing customer demand for high quality, affordable bakery options.
"The new SPAR white thick sliced bread offers shoppers exceptional quality and value, reflecting the growing demand for own label products. Meeting customer needs is a priority for us, and introducing this variety ensures we cater to a wide range of preferences," Katy Button, SPAR UK trading controller, said.
“In 2025, we plan to expand the range by introducing a brown or wholemeal option. This initiative will drive greater volume and deliver even better value to our customers.”
Available now in participating SPAR stores across Scotland, England, and Wales, the new SPAR white thick sliced bread (800g) has a RSP of 99p.
Nomadic, the convenience food brand, is launching a year-long, national, roll-out of a promotional programme called "Nomadic On Tour".
Integrated into the company’s most comprehensive ever marketing plan, the programme is designed to get Nomadic products into the hands of what it describes as "busy people always on the go".
Starting with attendance at the National Running Show in Birmingham this coming weekend (25/26 January) and swiftly followed up with street-level sampling in the city the next day, the brand will distribute around 25,000 of its "Good To Go" pouched snacks.
Future sampling throughout 2025 in cities across the UK will feature other products in Nomadic’s range of convenient snacks and meals. In addition to large events and city centres, Nomadic will also be undertaking workplace sampling for "front line workers" such as those in the NHS and emergency services.
“We’re committed to getting real food into the hands of people who’re on the front lines of life, in whatever situation," said Michelle Bloom, Nomadic’s Marketing Manager. With such a broad range of products, we’re able to match occasions with the ideal snack or meal. For instance, our Good To Go pouches are ideal for busy people who’re constantly moving or on their feet – they’re not just balanced and filling in terms of protein and fibre, but light to carry and resealable.”
Leading breakfast cereal brand Weetabix has announced the launch of Crispy Minis Caramelised Biscuit.
A delicious union between its leading bitesize cereal format and one of the most popular flavour trends in the market. Caramelised Biscuit will be available across grocery, convenience and discounters from February 2025.
As the fastest growing top 10 tasty cereal brand, Weetabix Crispy Minis continues to resonate with households across the UK for its unique appeal of both great taste and nutrition. Caramelised biscuit is one of the fastest growing flavour trends in the market, with 52 per cent annual growth of flavour and 71 per cent flavour appeal [Its-Bakery Flavours Report 2023;Humante 2023].
Weetabix said this it makes a perfect addition to the Minis range, meeting both consumer-favourite tastes as well as being HFSS compliant, for a fun yet healthy breakfast that can be enjoyed by families of all ages.
“With Minis already being a firm breakfast favourite, adding the popularity of caramelised biscuit into the mix is certain to drive further category growth through the taste and excitement it delivers, reaching new target audiences who value our ongoing commitment to quality and taste,” Lorraine Rothwell, Weetabix Head of Brand, said.
“Both delicious and HFSS compliant, it’s perfect for those who like the sweet taste of caramel without compromising on nutrition – making it an ideal cereal choice for families across the country.”
The launch will be supported by the largest marketing investment, in the Crispy Minis brand, to date, including large scale shopper activations, paid media channels and influencer campaigns, which will take place between March and April of this year.
Caramelised Biscuit is the third permanent flavour within the Crispy Minis product range, which includes Fruit & Nut and Chocolate Chip. The launch follows a recent significant milestone success for the Crispy Minis brand, which celebrated its position as a £33 million brand per annum in September.
Premium Italian sparkling drinks brand SanPellegrino has unveiled its brand-new Zero Added Sugar range in the UK, crafted from real Italian fruit juice.
The new SanPellegrino Zero Added Sugar drinks are a delicious, fruit beverage option with 0g added sugar. Made with real juice from the sun-kissed fruits grown and carefully hand-picked in Italy, the new range comes in two flavours – Limonata (lemon) and a brand-new Pesca & Clementina (Peach & Clementine) with each 330ml can containing less than 22 calories.
The new product range is part of SanPellegrino’s brand repositioning which includes a refreshing new design to its core range.
“At SanPellegrino we pride ourselves in crafting our Italian sparkling drinks using high quality juice from fruits grown in Southern Italy and the Mediterranean, offering consumers an authentic Italian drinking experience,” Alan Dabner, senior brand manager at SanPellegrino, commented.
“We know that many more Brits are seeking alternative drinking options, especially as we move into the new year, and we are therefore extremely excited to offer new delicious, 0g added sugar citrus drinks with SanPellegrino Zero Added Sugar.”
Available now in Tesco Extra and Superstores (RRP £4.50 for a multipack of six cans), the range will become available in other retailers this Spring.
The Zero Added Sugar variants join the brand’s core range of Italian sparkling drinks, which is made up of six flavours including Limonata (Lemon), Aranciata (Orange), Aranciata Rossa (Blood Orange), Melograno & Arancia (Pomegranate & Orange), Pompelmo (Grapefruit) and Limone & Menta (Lemon & Mint).
Memers Vape, established by Shenzhen SKE Technology, the creator of the UK’s best-selling SKE Crystal Bar, has unveiled its latest innovation: the Dr. AIR vape series.
SKE said the ‘groundbreaking’ product marks the official entry of the vaping industry into the age of AI-powered vaping, setting a new benchmark for intelligent, personalised vaping experiences.
Memers Dr. AIR and Dr. AIR X are advanced AI-powered pod vape devices designed by Memers Vape in collaboration with Shenzhen SKE Technology.
Dr. AIR X is the first pod system that can be monitored and controlled via an app using the MITS AI Platform. It comes with a 1000mAh battery and can reach up to 30W of power, ensuring a robust vaping experience.
The Dr. AIR series is positioned as a health-focused alternative to traditional smoking, leveraging AI to provide a tailored vaping experience that can help users reduce their nicotine intake and eventually quit smoking.
They are designed to be easy to use, making them accessible for both beginners and experienced vapers.
The 2.02-inch LCD touch screen adds convenience, while the side stepless airflow control lets users customise their draw. They can choose between 0.6ohm, 0.8ohm, or 1.1ohm coils for the perfect hit.
The product is compatible with 2ml/3ml Pods and supports 10+ refills, without compromising on flavour.