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    AF Blakemore leads vape sales, rolls out recycling pilot across 31 stores

    Retail Vape Sales Data for the last 12 weeks (23 April) has revealed some impressive results for AF Blakemore, highlighting the company’s position as a leader in this growing sector.

    Out of the 16,392 UK vape outlets, the company owned store division Blakemore Retail accounts for an impressive 22 per cent of the top 500 stores and represents 25 per cent of the top 20 vape outlets in the UK.

    The figures speak for themselves, with Blakemore Retail averaging 241 per cent higher sales than their competitors. This outstanding performance is a testament to the company’s unwavering commitment to delivering a best-in-class offering to customers.

    Head of Trading, Jo Wrate, expressed her pride in the company’s achievements, stating: “We are incredibly proud of our Vape offering at AF Blakemore. We have invested heavily in a proposition that combines responsible sourcing, stock management, investment in new ranges and high-impact gantries to create a truly exceptional experience for our customers.

    AF Blakemore leads vape sales, rolls out recycling pilot across 31 stores
    Photo: Professional Images/@ProfImages by AF Blakemore

    This level of success is a clear indication of the company’s dedication to excellence and their willingness to invest in creating the very best retail experience for vape enthusiasts.

    The business is also finalising plans for a 12 week trial for a pilot recycling scheme in partnership with Mitie Waste. The pilot is expected to run in 31 stores starting on 22 May.

    Jo continued to say: “As a responsible retailer it is essential we take action to ensure the right measures are in places to enable safe vape recycling. Our pilot scheme will seek to understand customer behaviour and take up rates with recycling data being provided by stores every 4 weeks.”

    There is no doubting AF Blakemore’s commitment to being at the forefront of the vape industry and their dedication to provide customers with the very best products, prices, and service.

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