Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2024

Booktopia Group says it has delivered a positive cash flow of $781,000 in the March quarter, thanks to cost-saving and efficiency efforts. The positive cash flow came despite what is traditionally a relatively lean trading period in line with the softer performance of the book market at the start of the calendar year and a quieter season for consumer goods retailers, following the Black Friday, Cyber Monday, and Christmas sales events.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 18, 2024

Delivery management platform, Scurri , today reported an increase in the total gross merchandising value (GMV) of goods processed through its platform, which totalled over €12 billion in 2023. Already working with hundreds of retailers and brands, Scurri added a mixture of enterprise and mid-market retailers, including The Perfume Shop, BrandAlley, Victoria Plumbing, Loake Shoes, LeMieux and Weird Fish, to its roster of clients last year.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2024

Online wine shop Just Wines has acquired craft spirit subscription service Liquor Loot, which entered voluntary administration last month. Liquor Loot tapped Andrew Spring, partner at business turnaround and insolvency specialist Jirsch Sutherland, as the voluntary administrator. Last year, Spring arranged the sale of Sans Drink to Just Wines. “In the case of Liquor Loot – and, previously, Sans Drinks – we have acted like a ‘matchmaker’ in a way, in that we have brought two syn

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Retail Focus

APRIL 18, 2024

Westgate Oxford will welcome back pre-loved fashion pop-up ‘we are.’ this May, with the fast-growing sustainable fashion business operating on Leiden Square over Friday 17 th , Saturday 18 th , and Sunday 19 th May. The pop-up store will sell high quality secondhand clothing, including womenswear and menswear from well-loved brands such as Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren and Nike.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2024

Musician and celebrity Nicki Minaj has invested in the sustainable sneakers brand Løci and has designed a limited-edition collection. The collection will feature five distinct styles made from Løci’s next-gen material bio-leather, a blend of non-food grade corn and recycled textiles, available in 11 colours. Prices range from US$185 to US$200. Minaj will actively participate in the business as it grows and evolves, with her investment further cementing Løci as a black-owned business. “Thei

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Retail Focus

APRIL 18, 2024

International luxury brand L’OBJET is thrilled to announce the appointment of Stanislas Le Bert as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Boasting over 15 years of experience in the luxury beauty & lifestyle industries, Le Bert is a global brand leader with expertise in transforming organizations and in omnichannel marketing & sales growth strategies.

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Design Middleeast

APRIL 18, 2024

Mahdi Amjad, Chairman and CEO of OMNIYAT, discusses his plans for 2024, the launch of VELA VIENTO, and his thoughts on PropTech and smart buildings. What are your core values and guiding principles when shaping your projects? Our projects manifest the OMNIYAT vision, which is dedicated to consistently crafting unique properties and elevating the exceptional to create ultimate uber-luxury living experiences.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2024

Many countries in Asia and around the world have already regulated so-called ‘single-use’ plastic bags out of existence, or have imposed strong disincentives to their use that are likely just steps along the way to banning them completely. Enforcement has been a bit patchy to say the least, and because consumers love them for their convenience and ease of use some retailers still dole them out.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wray & Nephew, in partnership with Foundervine, has launched the third year of its Wray Forward programme. In collaboration with Foundervine, one of the largest and most active accelerator ecosystems in the UK, Wray Forward is an ambitious, free programme that supports Black founders across the UK by giving them access to mentorship opportunities, ed

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Design Middleeast

APRIL 18, 2024

Representatives from the two design districts plus key industry stakeholders came together at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Milano to engage and share insights Dubai Design District (d3) , the global creative ecosystem by TECOM Group PJSC, this week expanded its profile in Italy by organising its first-ever networking and knowledge-sharing event in Milan.

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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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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the nation gears up for the UK’s biggest running race in London, Deliveroo has teamed up with Boots to create the ultimate ‘Marathon Roo-covery’ hub to help aid runners post-marathon recovery. Handpicked by Warren ‘Woz’ Whitely, a celebrity fitness and running coach, the Deliveroo and Boots ‘Marathon Roo-covery’ hub shows runners ten products selected

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 18, 2024

Bursting from the QVB’s lower floor, Sushi Hotaru Charcoal Bar offers a dynamic dining affair. Inspired by the luminous flight.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Mint Velvet, the British womenswear brand renowned for its relaxed yet glamorous style, has announced it will open a key regional store at centre:mk in Milton Keynes. Set to open this Summer, Mint Velvet’s 2,800 sq.ft. debut store will be located on centre:mk’s premium Silbury Arcade and will stock a full collection of their womenswear, […] If you

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 18, 2024

Amsterdam clothing brand 10DAYS, opened a shop in Westfield’s Mall of the Netherlands. For the project’s design a modular ‘shop.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Small independent restaurants in London and Manchester can now apply for a share of £220,000 to help grow their business as an American Express-supported grant programme returns for a third year to the UK. Run by the International Downtown Association (IDA) Foundation in partnership with the Association of Town & City Management (ATCM) in the [̷

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Design Middleeast

APRIL 18, 2024

Joelle Nader, Sedus’ Managing Director, discusses ergonomic furniture, the impact of technology on design, workplace trends, and what to expect from the brand in the near future. Can you give a quick overview of what you do professionally at Sedus and what do you find most meaningful about your work? I belong to Sedus family since 2009, and currently responsible of Sedus Office Furniture LLC, a subsidiary of Sedus, overlooking the Middle East markets.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 18, 2024

Online shopping continues to grow as a significant part of modern commerce. Data from Forbes Advisor shows that global retail e-commerce sales will hit $6.3 trillion in 2024, making up around a fifth of all retail transactions. The rise of online shopping has been advantageous but has also brought a host of challenges. Consumers, in particular, are becoming targets of cyber attacks.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! It’s coming home! Lidl are helping to kick-off the excitement for UEFA EURO 2024™ this year by offering 22 Lidl Plus shoppers the unmissable chance to win a pair of coveted match tickets and an all-expenses paid trip for two to Germany this summer.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 18, 2024

From a former abattoir to a panettone factory and even a serene convent on the outskirts of Milan, Alcova has always been synonymous with redefining space […] The post Alcova 2024: ‘Barely There’ furniture and standing chandeliers take over historic villas appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Grind’s speciality coffee will be available in Tesco stores across the UK, furthering the company’s mission to bring sustainable, great-tasting coffee to more and more people. Known for its London cafés, restaurants, and coffee shops and its commitment to sustainability, the cult coffee brand will be bringing its range to Tesco in three product categorie

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Design Middleeast

APRIL 18, 2024

We are pleased to announce that Q3 Architects is the Category Sponsor for the Architecture Leaders Awards 2024, which will be held on May 22 at Habtoor Palace Dubai. Q3 Architects is comprised of young architects who are backed by seasoned and experienced designers, resulting in a dynamic and collaborative workplace that encourages creativity and innovation.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Live events and communications agency Meet & Potato in collaboration with Butlin’s put on The Greatest Show in Town for Poundland. Meet & Potato brought their creativity, technical production, and audio-visual expertise to Butlin’s, Bognor Regis for Poundland’s annual internal event for 1200+ colleagues that is designed to bring to life the brand

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APRIL 18, 2024

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The largest bank-powered rewards app in the UK, Cheddar, has expanded its category of partners across grocery and fashion – with Waitrose & John Lewis, Sainsbury’s, and ASOS now available to users.

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RetailMinded

APRIL 18, 2024

STIMULATE , the pioneering force in sexual wellness, is thrilled to announce an exclusive 20-minute virtual fireside chat titled “Purpose to Pleasure,” featuring Dr. Michael Reed , also known as The Cosmetic Gyn, alongside STIMULATE founder Nicole Leinbach. Dr. Reed, a world-renowned leader in cosmetic and functional gynecology, is dedicated to destigmatizing sexual health and wellness for women everywhere and will also be a keynote speaker at STIMULATE’s premier trade show and

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, Klarna, the AI-powered global payments provider and shopping assistant, released ‘The Untrend Report’, a look into the top products that defy trends from brands that are rated four or higher in the planet category by Good On You or received an environmental badge from Clarity AI.

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The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Warburtons has launched Gluten Free Pittas in stores nationwide. These fluffy, flavourful pittas are convenient, versatile, and reviving the gluten-free game. Enjoyed as a snacky starter served with dips and veg, or as a mouth-watering main with all your favourite fillings – they’re the best bread in the business for any dinner party occasion!

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Perfetti Van Melle, the world’s second leading confectionery manufacturer, is targeting the growing sharing opportunity and a younger audience with the launch of two new packs – Mentos Fanta Pouch Bag and Mentos Fruit Mix Pouch Bag.

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! JD has opened a global flagship store on the world-renowned Avenue des Champs-Élysées in Paris, with a grand opening to customers having taken place on Saturday 13th April 2024. Continuing its run as the globally recognised king of the high street, JD’s new store offers the brand’s latest innovations in digital technology and merchandising, and [&#

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Retail Times

APRIL 18, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Materials science company PANGAIA is set to open its first standalone UK flagship store in Shaftesbury Capital’s Soho neighbourhood, in a prime location on Carnaby Street this summer. Located at 57 Carnaby Street, the 1,500 sq ft store will offer the brand’s genderless apparel and will enable visitors to reconnect with nature and earth-conscious retailin

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