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Puma to launch compostable shoes after a two-year pilot project

Inside Retail

After two years of testing, sports giant Puma is ready to launch its compostable shoes dubbed Re:suede 2.0. Puma will create 500 pairs of the commercial version of the sneaker, which went online available for purchase on puma.com/eu and Zalando Plus this week. The commercial version was created to reflect the experiment’s findings and the volunteers’ feedback.

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2024 VM and Display Show: A Fusion of Creativity, Sustainability, and Retail Innovation

Retail Focus

The 2024 Visual Merchandising and Display Show, hosted on April 16-17 at the Business Design Centre in London, provided a comprehensive look at the future of engaging retail spaces through innovative design and display. The exhibition showcased an incredible range of products and technologies designed to redefine the potential of physical retail spaces.

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How Japan’s love for denim is influencing Levi’s premium collections

Inside Retail

The brand that invented blue jeans, Levi’s, is reaching back into its archives to sell denim fans a piece of history with its premium Levi’s Vintage Clothing (LVC) offering. Looking back in time to drive future growth is an opportunity afforded to few brands but Levi’s rich history – the business was founded in 1853 in San Francisco by Levi Strauss – offers endless stories and inspiration for the LVC collections.

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Sensormatic Solutions showcases new, sustainable SPX AM Label designed to protect merchandise and the environment

Retail Focus

Sensormatic Solutions , the global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls , today showcases a new, sustainable Acousto-Magnetic (AM) label designed to protect merchandise and the planet: the Sustainable SPX AM Label. With the new patent-pending label, the organisation replaced previous polystyrene with renewable, Forest Stewardship Council (FSC TM )-certified material, ultimately helping retailers with their sustainability objectives while safeguarding against shrink. “ Responsible reta

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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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Kogan’s revenue falls, profit rises amid transition to capital-light business

Inside Retail

Kogan’s third-quarter adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation surged 107.6 per cent to $9 million. The trans-Tasman online retailer’s fiscal third-quarter revenue fell 2.4 per cent year on year to $105.9 million amid lower inventories as the company transitions into a capital-light business. Gross sales slid 6.2 per cent to $178.3 million.

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Co-op first to announce move to 100% British strawberries

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op is the first UK retailer to announce it is moving to 100% British Strawberries across its entire own brand range – hitting shelves two weeks ahead of last year and just in time for St George’s Day. From 23rd April, the leading convenience retailer will exclusively offer only British fresh strawberries across its offering […] If you want

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SHA Wellness Clinic partners with IMKAN to launch world’s first healthy living island 

Design Middleeast

The innovative island by SHA Wellness Clinic and IMKAN is located in AlJurf, a privileged enclave on the coastline between Abu Dhabi and Dubai. An unprecedented project, an island where every aspect, every detail has been planned with the health and well-being of its inhabitants as a priority. Located in AlJurf, the idyllic private island lies on the ‘Riviera’ of the Emirates, and approximately halfway between Dubai and Abu Dhabi.

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Workwear meets streetwear: Hard Yakka and Thrills collaborate in new label

Inside Retail

Hard Yakka and Thrills have teamed up to launch a new standalone brand, Hard Yakka Create. The brand’s first collection comprises 32 wardrobe items and six accessories, which the brands say deliver both essential staples and fashion-forward pieces to fit any style. Hard Yakka Create combines Hard Yakka’s history and Thrills’ modern streetwear edge.

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Philip Morris unveils new HEATWAVE OPEN digital trade engagement platform

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Philip Morris Limited (PML) has unveiled HEATWAVE OPEN, a cutting-edge Digital Trade Engagement Platform designed to bolster online support for convenience retailers stocking IQOS, the world’s number one heated tobacco device.

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What is the future of customer service in an automated world?

Inside Retail

I was born in the late 1970s. When I was a kid, the term ‘kiosk’ meant a building at the beach where we would go and buy ice creams and bags of candy with our loose change. The drive-through at McDonald’s was a novelty and the quickest way to get fast food. Whenever you walked into a store or up to a counter, you were served by a human. The closest we got to self-service was the salad and dessert bar at Pizza Hut – an absolute novelty.

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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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Midlands IT firms welcome pizza chain Papa Johns to growing roster of clients

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A leading provider of IT Services that lists Harvey Nichols, Selfridges and Hobbycraft as clients has added pizza restaurant chain Papa Johns to its growing roster. Nottingham-based Retail Assist will, in collaboration with Barron McCann – which has its headquarters in Derby – provide comprehensive IT Help Desk and Field Maintenance Support t

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Aesop store by MLKK Studio

Retail Design Blog

There’s no denying, Aesop is well-rooted in Hong Kong‘s retail scene, managing ten stores at some of the city’s most.

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Retail data expert Reapp adds Waitrose to platform

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail data brand Reapp has added Waitrose & Partners to the list of major UK retailers available on its AI driven platform, Reapp Insights. Reapp Insights helps brands and retailers understand what products are selling, where and when.

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RIDET office by RooMoo Design Studio

Retail Design Blog

Shanghai RIDET Technology is a pioneering company specializing in developing life sciences instruments. RIDET’s office space on the first floor.

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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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Retail banking revenues grow to EUR 365bn in 2023, Kearney reports

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading global consultancy Kearney has today released the sixteenth edition of its annual European Retail Banking Radar, which tracks the performance of close to 90 retail banks across 21 European markets. The study found that higher interest rates fueled a record year for retail banks.

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Ithra to showcase Saudi and MENA ingenuity during Milan Design Week

Design Middleeast

Ithra is leveraging the power of partnership to showcase two prominent, co-curated works focused on sustainability and innovation from Ithra’s Tanween, the largest creativity conference in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia designed to celebrate, explore and inspire the creative process, during Milan Design Week taking place in Milan, Italy April 16 – 21.

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Adapting to the Social Commerce Era

Chutegerdeman

Social media and e-commerce allow users to browse, share, and buy directly within their social networks. See what's shaping the evolution of social commerce and how to adapt.

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Rixos Premium: Premium & posh

Design Middleeast

Rixos Premium. Let’s find out what makes Rixos Premium a chic urban destination in the heart of Dubai’s Jumeirah Beach Residence. If you’re tired of the same old, boring hotels and want to stay somewhere lively, colourful, and contemporary, go to Rixos Premium Dubai, JBR. Upon entering this paradise, it appears to be a universe of unique and immersive experiences, rather than a hotel.

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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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PDQ Displays: A Complete Overview

Creative Displays Now

What Does PDQ Stand For in Retail? The spelled-out meaning of PDQ is surprisingly simple. PDQ stands for Pretty Darn Quick or Product Displayed Quickly. Usually, PDQ is used in the context of PDQ displays, which are retail-ready displays that come fully assembled and stocked. As the name implies, PDQ displays are fast. The idea is that no one needs to spend much time on setup.

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pladis pledges £50,000 to The Trussell Trust with new Jacob’s partnership

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! pladis, the global company behind some of the UK’s most loved and iconic brands, is encouraging savoury snackers to join Jacob’s in making ‘food go on & on’ via a new initiative geared towards raising £50,000 for the Trussell Trust.

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Trends in Retail: How Product Startups Can Adapt to Changing Consumer Behavior

Retail Bound

Retail is an ever-evolving industry that has seen its fair share of changes over the years. From traditional brick-and-mortar stores to the rise of e-commerce, product startups have had to adapt and keep up with changing consumer behavior. In recent years, technological advancements and shifting consumer preferences have caused significant disruptions in the retail landscape.

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Strings & Things announces exciting new campaign & collaboration with The Garfield Movie

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Kids snacking giant, Strings & Things, is back on TV for the first time since 2021. Coming back with a bang, the brand is launching a huge seven-figure campaign, including an exciting collaboration with Columbia Pictures/Alcon Entertainment’s upcoming animated family comedy The Garfield Movie.

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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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Expanded print profile library now includes profiles for HP, Mimaki, Roland, Fuji and Canon hardware

Contra

We are pleased to announce that we have expanded our print profile library to includes profiles for HP, Mimaki, Roland, Fuji and Canon hardware and we plan on continuing to expand the range so that users of modern wide-format inkjet printers can achieve optimal performance from the unique features found in our range of perforated window films. These meticulously crafted new ICC profiles were developed with careful consideration for managing balanced ink delivery.

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OceanSaver launches brand building TV, OOH and social campaign

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! OceanSaver® (www.Ocean-saver.com) is to make its TV debut helping its mission to save Ocean life from the plastic pollution and the harmful chemicals in 28 billion single-use plastic cleaning products created every year.

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Finsbury partners with Stranger Things and other leading TV brands for April NPD

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Finsbury Food Group has partnered with Netflix favourite Stranger Things, to develop a celebration cake in anticipation of the hit show’s highly anticipated fifth season. Finsbury has also announced refreshes to its Disney Princess, Spongebob Squarepants and Galaxy cakes.

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Households save £1.3 billion on supermarket deals, latest Kantar data shows

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Grocery price inflation has fallen to 3.2% over the four weeks to 14 April, marking the fourteenth monthly drop in a row, according to new figures from Worldpanel by Kantar. The decline has been aided by a significant increase in promotional spending, with items bought on offer making up 29.3% of supermarket sales – the highest […] If you want more

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

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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Key levers to encourage healthier shopping baskets – what IGD has learned from in-store trials to date

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This week IGD has published a report summarising the findings to date from a study into nudging healthier consumer choices in stores. The research, which has formed part of a longer programme of work in collaboration with the Consumer Data Research Centre at the University of Leeds, was last year awarded the Economic and Social Research Council ‘Celebrat

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InstaVolt gears up to accelerate growth with appointment of a new CEO

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Award winning InstaVolt, the UK’s largest rapid EV charging network, is gearing up for a new phase of growth to deliver on its commitment to install 11,000 ultra rapid chargers in the UK and Ireland. InstaVolt will also install 5,000 chargers across Spain and Portugal and more than 300 in Iceland, with the aim of being the […] If you want mor

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Two new SKUs for Fish Said Fred Oven Ready Range

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Responsibly-sourced chilled fish brand, Fish Said Fred, is launching two new SKUs to its Oven Ready range this April, Thai Green Cod Curry and Tuna Katsu Curry. The Fish Said Fred Oven Ready range was launched in April 2023, to offer shoppers a convenient, accessible and delicious way to integrate more fish into their diet. […] If you want more inf

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Charge point operator Believ spotlights its tasty offering for businesses at the 2024 Food and Drink Expo

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Electric Vehicle (EV) charge point operator (CPO) Believ, will be exhibiting at the 2024 Food and Drink Expo, from the 29 April to 1 May, to showcase how its zero-cost charge point installation solution supports businesses within the retail and hospitality sectors, and what commercial benefits EV infrastructure can deliver.

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.