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Minimizing Plastic Waste With Sustainable Packaging Solutions

CRP

Minimizing Plastic Waste With Sustainable Packaging Solutions Millions of tons of plastic waste are generated worldwide each year, with 79% escaping recycling processes and ending up in landfills, oceans, and natural habitats. Plastic waste remains in the environment for centuries, some breaking down into microplastics and releasing toxic substances into the environment.

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How will Cotti Coffee take on its rivals amid fierce competition in China?

Inside Retail

China – the world’s fastest-growing coffee market – has experienced a downturn with significant players like Luckin Coffee and Starbucks reporting a decrease in sales in the first quarter of the year. Some experts attribute this to the intense industry competition, where prices are being lowered to attract customers. Cotti Coffee’s latest marketing move to offer all beverages for RMB9.9 without limit, is expected to add more pressure on its rivals to maintain their market share.

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Standout sinks: antoniolupi’s collection banishes the basic basin

Design Wanted

Bathrooms are no longer just utilitarian spaces but havens of tranquillity. The Nabatei collection by Italian bathroom specialist antoniolupi embodies this shift, translating solid marble into […] The post Standout sinks: antoniolupi’s collection banishes the basic basin appeared first on DesignWanted.

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“Flexibility is key”: Your Reformer’s founder on building a productive workplace

Inside Retail

After 13 years of running gyms, Emma Stallworthy felt it was time for a change and founded the at-home reformer pilates business Your Reformer, with her husband Ben Stallworthy in 2021. Before this, Stallworthy and her partner, now husband, built and owned a successful chain of fitness studios, which they sold for over $6 million in 2021 before going all in on Your Reformer.

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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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DLR Group designs “Campus 2026” at The American University in Cairo

Design Middleeast

Following the official groundbreaking of “Campus 2026” at The American University in Cairo (AUC), DLR Group has unveiled its design for the project’s extended education hub and student living and learning spaces, which will enhance the physical campus and support AUC’s mission to provide top-tier education and research. Poised to revolutionise higher education in Egypt and beyond, the AUC campus expansion project integrates sustainable, state-of-the-art elements while preserving the character an

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NRF Day 3: Fish with QR codes, cookies at Hermes. Tales from the main stage

Inside Retail

In a supermarket in southern China, live fish swim around in a glass tank bearing a QR code for customers to scan for information about where the fish is from and details of provenance and sustainability in its farming or capture. Welcome to the world of grocery retailing in Mainland China, where technology has changed the way consumers of all ages shop for goods and pay for them, a key feature of the third and final day of NRF Apac, in Singapore this week.

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New Era to acquire ’47, creating $2 billion global sport and lifestyle group

Inside Retail

Lifestyle brand New Era has entered an agreement to acquire premium sports label ‘47 for an undisclosed sum. Following the acquisition, the combined company is expected to generate approximately $2 billion in annual revenue. The two brands said they will continue to grow their licensing partnerships with many of the largest global sports leagues and events.

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Stone Island store by OMA

Retail Design Blog

There’s no denying that in recent years, Vienna has considerably amped up its allure as a shopping destination, and the.

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sofa.com debuts its first outlet store at Junction 32

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UK-based furniture retailer sofa.com launches its first outlet store at Yorkshire’s outlet shopping destination, Junction 32. The 3,000sq ft store, owned by Frasers Group, is set to open on Friday 7th June, in the space formerly occupied by Pavers. sofa.com’s store supports the centre’s diverse homeware category and will showcase a wide array of high

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Top 10 Telecommunications Trade Shows 

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

The telecommunications industry provides the infrastructure that enables data transfer through phone, internet, airwaves, cables, and wireless systems. This industry supports the seamless exchange of words, voice, audio, and video across the globe. At telecommunications trade shows exhibitors have the opportunity to showcase their latest products and innovations, network with industry leaders, and gain valuable insights into market trends.

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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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Derbion bolsters value offering with the arrival of B&M

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading bargain and variety retailer, B&M, is set to open a 25,503sq ft store at Derbion on Friday 26 July 2024. The new B&M store will offer shoppers the chance to discover branded products at low prices across groceries, homeware, toys, health and beauty, DIY and beyond.

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Quadient’s New Parcel Pending PLUS Solution Brings More Efficiency, Insights and Convenience to Multifamily Property Managers

Parcel Pending

Quadient’s next generation smart locker solution to be unveiled at the Apartmentalize conference this month Paris, June 13, 2024 Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a leader in helping businesses create meaningful customer connections through digital and physical channels and a major global parcel locker operator, today announced the launch of its next-generation smart parcel locker solution, Parcel Pending PLUS.

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Amathus spearheads substantial retail expansion with five new stores, including its first wine warehouse

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Amathus, the specialist drinks importer, distributor and retailer, is defying market sentiment by expanding its successful retail estate from nine to fourteen stores in the space of just 10 weeks from mid-June 2024.

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Deliver More for Your Residents in 2024 and Beyond with Parcel Pending PLUS

Parcel Pending

In today’s fast-paced world, the need for secure and accessible package management solutions for your residents has evolved from a luxury to a necessity. The National Apartment Association recently highlighted that the ability to receive packages securely has become one of the most sought-after amenities among residents. 1 A 2023 NBRI survey of apartment residents saw smart lockers climb from the third to the second most valued amenity, just behind secure parking; in 2024 they continue to

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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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Webinar Recap: Yielding Higher ROI on Retail Execution in 2024

RepslyBlog

2024 brings with it a breath of fresh air for CPG and Retail Service organizations. As inflation settles down and retail sales start to climb back up, CPG leaders are feeling much more confident than they have in recent years and are actively refocusing on execution at the shelf. They’re eager to make this year a success by investing more in retail execution technology—a trend we reported on in detail in our 2024 Retail Outlook Report.

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Centre:mk goes for gold with regional flagship for Castore

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Castore, the premium performance sportswear brand, has selected centre:mk, one of the top 10 retail destinations in the UK, for its regional debut. Set to open on Silbury Arcade in late June, Castore’s 865 sq ft location will be one of the brand’s first new store design concepts.

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OMODA reveals showroom visits remain crucial for 76% of car buyers despite digital shift

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Despite the rise of digital customer journeys, almost three out of four car buyers still value visiting car showrooms, according to the latest research from OMODA.* The innovative automotive brand, dedicated to pioneering the future of travel, has commissioned research which underscores the importance of physical showrooms in the automotive purchase proc

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British Jam brand Fearne & Rosie to bring back flavour favourite to its range of reduced sugar jams

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This June, British Jam brand Fearne & Rosie will be bringing back an old flavour favourite to its range of reduced sugar jams. Following a two-year hiatus, after soaring ingredients costs forced the brand to pause production, Raspberry is set to re-launch on Ocado from 1st June.

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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.