Newtrade Media
Connecting, inspiring and supporting independent retailers and wholesalers across the UK and Ireland.
At Newtrade Media, our mission is to use our portfolio of award-winning trade magazines, events and websites to share knowledge, nurture relationships, and deliver creative solutions that drive standards and results in the independent convenience sector.
We know how committed local shops are to providing a great service to their customers and local communities, and, in turn, we are committed to equipping them with the tools to do so, as well as helping them improve their bottom line.
What we do
89% of independent retailers read at least one of our publications
Print media with a competitive edge
Our team of journalists are focused on uncovering the truth behind the stories that impact the independent sector. As well as award-winning investigations, the exclusive data and insights in our print products help retailers and wholesalers make stocking and pricing decisions that improve their sales and profits.
79% of our news stories are exclusive
Digital platforms that deliver results
Getting the latest news as it happens is essential for retailers and wholesalers – it helps them make quick business decisions and keep on top of what’s happening in their industry. Our trade websites are designed to do just that, as well as providing evergreen tools that help retailers and wholesalers develop their offering – from what to stock and how to stock it, to advice for running a more sustainable business and developing staff.
714 retailers actively engage with our events every year
Events that bring the industry together
Networking to share ideas and insights is fundamental to moving the independent convenience sector forward, and events are at the centre of this. Whether that’s one of our bespoke in-store projects, or our leading learning, development and recognition programme, the Independent Achievers Academy, our events bring retailers, suppliers and wholesalers together in dynamic formats and vibrant settings.
Gathering insights from 25k+ independent retailers
Meaningful insights that inform our customers
Understanding the audience you are trying to engage with is vital when planning and executing trade marketing strategies. That’s where Newtrade Insight comes in – providing suppliers to the sector with exclusive quantitative data gathered using our extensive retailer and wholesaler databases, as well as qualitative insights gathered during store trials.
Who we are
At Newtrade Media we are a team of hard workers, creative thinkers, spreadsheet heroes, events masterminds, news hounds… and, most important of all, collaborators. We love working together to share ideas and support each other, and we all have the ultimate end goal of helping to support, develop and inspire the fantastic independent convenience retail and wholesale community.
Our values
Together, we; have the courage to stand out; adapt, disrupt and make a difference; create opportunity for our partners and each other; infuse passion and excitement into our work. Together means we respect, support and celebrate with each other.
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Case studies
Our passion is bringing independent retailers, wholesalers and suppliers to the trade together to share ideas and grow their businesses. Our case studies highlight just how beneficial these projects can be.
Win with the UK’s favourite wines: Jacob’s Creek
In the second part of a three-part series, RN and Pernod Ricard UK reveal exclusive insight into how independent retailers can drive wine sales with a award-winning varieties
Making premium gin work in convenience stores
With 87% of retailers reporting there is an opportunity to make more money from gin in 2021, Pernod Ricard UK and RN explain how stores can drive sales
Driving success in soft drinks
BRITVIC has teamed up with Retail Express’ NEWTRADE INSIGHT service to find out how retailers are growing sales of impulse soft drinks