Fri.Feb 09, 2024

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Booktopia slashes profit projection after lacklustre sales

Inside Retail

Booktopia has lowered its full-year earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) forecast and initiated a strategic review of the business after a decline in the first-half results. The online bookstore now anticipates annual EBITDA to be between $1 million and $3 million, significantly down from the previous estimate of $13.5 million.

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EE opens new Gateshead Experience store in the Metrocentre with former Newcastle United legend Shay Given

Retail Focus

EE is today unveiling its latest Experience store alongside former Newcastle United legend Shay Given in the Metrocentre , Gateshead, one of Europe’s largest indoor mall-style shopping centres. The new store is the fourth of EE’s Experience stores and the first of more than ten brand-new EE Experience and Experience Local stores set to open in the UK over the next year.

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John Lewis Partnership and top photographer launch LGBT+ History Month exhibition

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In a project to celebrate LGBT+ History Month, the renowned photographer Chris Jepson has partnered with the John Lewis Partnership, for part of a series exploring identity in the queer community. Partners (employees) at John Lewis and Waitrose posed for portraits by Chris, which will be displayed in bespoke exhibitions throughout the year.

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Ye Xiao Xiao Tea Space by Aurora Design

Retail Design Blog

Ye Xiao Xiao Tea Space – Emotional Perception The Baipu, an ancient extinct people from Yunnan province of Southwestern China,

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Aldi confirmed as biggest supporter of Scottish farmers

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi has been revealed as the top supermarket in Scotland when it comes to stocking the most Scottish produce, new research has shown. This proves that Scottish consumers do not have to compromise on supporting local producers and price.

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Natuzzi Italia Hosts Unforgettable “RE-THINKING RE-VIVE” Event In Collaboration With Dubai Cares

Design Middleeast

Natuzzi Italia, the global leader in luxury furniture, proudly showcased its commitment to art, design, and philanthropy by hosting the highly-anticipated “RE-THINKING RE-VIVE” event on 8 February 2024 at its flagship store on Sheikh Zayed Road, Dubai. This exclusive collaboration with Dubai Cares, a UAE-based global philanthropic organization, brought together a constellation of esteemed personalities, including Pasquale Junior Natuzzi, Chief Creative Officer of Natuzzi Italia, and

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Big Zuu secures first major grocery listing with Morrisons

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Drip Water (www.thedrip.vip), the British natural mineral water brand by Big Zuu, has secured its first major grocery listing with Morrisons launching both its Still and Sparkling waters in 1,500 supermarkets, convenience stores and forecourts nationwide with an RRP of £1.00 for a 500ml can.

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Oi, purpose-driven NI retailer, OutsideIn opens first outlet store at The Boulevard

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Purpose-driven fashion retailer, OutsideIn (Oi) opens its first ever outlet store at Northern Ireland’s only premier designer outlet, The Boulevard, Banbridge on Saturday 10 February 2024. Established in 2016 in Belfast, OutsideIn was created to not only sell clothing but more importantly, to help people experiencing homelessness.

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Speciality Brands signs exclusive partnership with Chichibu Distillery

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium spirits distributor Speciality Brands is proud to announce it has signed an exclusive partnership with Chichibu Distillery taking over from Speciality Drinks. Starting from April 2024, the company will focus on expanding the small batch whisky’s presence in the UK across all channels.

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Aldi cuts plastic waste in toilet roll trial

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is trialling double toilet rolls in a bid to reduce plastic waste, as well as the number of lorries needed to deliver them to stores. The UK’s fourth-largest supermarket has doubled the volume of sheets per roll on select own-brand lines which will in turn reduce the size of the packaging.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Portland-based craft spirits brand, Freeland Spirits, is now available at Whole Foods stores in US

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Portland-based craft spirits brand, Freeland Spirits, is now available at Whole Foods stores in Washington State, California, Minnesota, Colorado, and Massachusetts. Crafted with passion and precision, the brand’s inaugural, blue-bottle gin has quickly become a favorite among discerning spirits enthusiasts.

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Pandora named as UK’s most prominent jewellery and watch brand in 2023

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Through analysing the number of monthly searches for each brand and calculating an owned social score which combines the number of followers and engagement rate across major social platforms for each brand, the report unveils the most prominent online jewellery and watch brands in the sector.

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Sainsbury’s previews Taste the Difference Easter launches

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Sainsbury’s has unveiled its Taste the Difference Easter launches. Products include: Hot Cross Buns Taste the Difference Sticky Toffee Hot Cross Buns Bringing together the mouth-watering flavours of sticky toffee and a perfectly sweet bun.

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Glencadam Distillery launches two limited edition cask finishes

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Historic East Highland distillery Glencadam has announced the release of two new limited edition cask finishes, as part of its award-winning single malt age statement range – Glencadam 15-year-old Reserva de Madeira – Madeira cask finish (RRP £110) Glencadam 17-year-old Reserva PX – Pedro Ximenez Sherry Quarter cask finish (RRP £150) Sp

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Wickes increases commercial fleet operation in partnership with Novuna Vehicle Solutions

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wickes has taken delivery of its first batch of two of 16 Scania P320 trucks as it expands its home delivery services for online customers and trade professionals. Following an agreement involving Wickes, Scania and Novuna Vehicle Solutions, the DIY giant took delivery of the HGVs at Novuna Vehicle Solutions’ Trowbridge site this week.

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Henderson Technology installs one million ESEL labels

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Revolutionising the instore shopping experience with state-of-the-art Electronic Shelf Edge Labels (ESELs) enhances the in-store shopping experience for customers and streamlines operations for retailers. EDGEPoS ESELs are fully integrated into Henderson Technology’s award-winning EPoS system, EDGEPoS.

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Google offers free AI training to marketing professionals to help them tap into the UK’s £400bn AI opportunity

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research released by Google today shows that search interest in AI increased by 300% over the last year, and 700% over the last five years. In order for people and businesses to better tap into the £400 billion economic boost AI-powered technologies will deliver by 2030 according to Google’s recent UK Economic Impact Report, Google is […] If y

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19 Crimes unveils limited-edition Valentine’s Day label design

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Treasury Wine Estates’ award-winning global wine brand 19 Crimes (www.19crimes.com) unveils limited-edition Valentine’s Day label design, supported by one of the brand’s most exciting integrated campaigns yet.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Fivetran enables Deliveroo to turn food delivery into a data-driven enterprise

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fivetran, the global leader in data integration, has announced that it has enabled Deliveroo to automate the movement of data within its organisation, improving engineering efficiency and delivering significant cost savings.

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Castore opens first of its kind store on Grafton Street, Dublin

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! British precision sportswear brand, Castore is set to grow a portfolio of bespoke, upscale flagship stores with the first of its kind debuting on Grafton Street, Dublin. The store opened on Friday 2nd February, marks a significant occasion for the sportswear brand as they build plans to reach their highest potential in 2024 and beyond.

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Boots launches its biggest healthcare campaign with light-hearted episodic adverts

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Boots has launched a new healthcare advertising campaign to encourage people to think of Boots first when it comes to their health. The campaign is centred around two episodic adverts that each tell a story of someone experiencing a healthcare challenge and finding the help they need at Boots.

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APS launches itson batteries for young and urban demographic

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As of 2024, Advanced Power Solutions (APS) introduces itson batteries, targeting a younger demographic and reshaping the landscape of the mobile energy industry. With a focus on local production and renewable energy, itson is not just a battery.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s

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ROKA London collaborates with The Natural History Museum

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium bag and apparel brand, ROKA London who are renowned for their high-quality craftmanship, form and function, have collaborated with world-renowned Natural History Museum in an exciting partnership. Taking inspiration from Alfred Waterhouse, the architect behind The Natural History Museum, the pair have collaborated to create the Waterhouse Field

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