Retail Times

JUNE 21, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ed Betts, retail lead Europe at Retail Express, says retailers must build the agility to get ahead of regulatory pressure and market fluctuations before it is too late Is your retail business future ready? Whether dealing with the ramifications of major political shifts, changes in legislation, economic uncertainty, or the difficulty of convincing cautio

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Inside Retail

JUNE 21, 2024

KMD Brands saw continued decline in sales in the first four months of its fiscal second half amid weaker performance across all its segments. The group’s sales fell 8.4 per cent, with Oboz suffering the largest decline of 21.8 per cent from February to May. Rip Curl’s sales slid 5.9 per cent while Kathmandu’s sales dipped 8.4 per cent. “With six weeks of peak trade still to come, we remain focused on optimising our Kathmandu winter and Rip Curl Northern Hemisphere summer result

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

From superior insulation to eco-friendly production, BIOmat Canapa’s groundbreaking hemp-based materials offer architects and builders the tools to create greener, more resilient structures. Traditional materials are […] The post BIOmat Canapa’s hemp bricks could build a new future for architecture appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 21, 2024

From one analyst’s perspective, the Australian mergers and acquisitions landscape is considered to be relatively subdued, but there are signs that confidence in the market is returning. Consumer confidence levels over the next 18 months will be crucial to the future of financially embroiled and not-so-financially embroiled businesses within the retail industry.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

Norwegian studio Snøhetta has teamed up with lighting brand Ateljé Lyktan to create Superdupertube, an office lamp made from extruded hemp and sugarcane bioplastic. In an […] The post Snøhetta’s compostable hemp lamp “Superdupertube” banishes boring tube lighting appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 21, 2024

Noni B parent Mosaic Brands now anticipates marginal loss on operating earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortisation (EBITDA) for the full year, after experiencing more trading challenges in the second half. The fashion retailer said that its business in the second half has been impacted by disruptions when it migrated to a fully integrated logistical supply chain and distribution system with a newly appointed global partner.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

London-based design studio Layer’s Vale Collection is wrapped in eco-friendly PET felt, revolutionizing sustainability in style while championing the fight against plastic waste. In response to […] The post Layer transforms recycled plastic into sustainable seating collection appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JUNE 21, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op has today (Friday, 21 June) introduced a ‘cool’ way for shoppers to make a difference and change lives with sales of its own brand ice-cubes now funding clean water projects around the world in partnership with The One Foundation.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

econitWood addresses pressing environmental challenges with its sustainable wood manufacturing process, transforming sawdust into innovative materials for design and interiors. Wood, a timeless material cherished for […] The post econitWood turns timber scraps into new material resources appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JUNE 21, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Popeyes® UK, the UK’s fastest-growing chicken QSR brand known for the Chicken Sandwich “that broke the internet”, has today announced that it will open the doors to its 50th UK store in Glasgow; its 18th opening this year.

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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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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

Made with a minimum of 75% recycled, post-consumer scrap, CIRCAL is an eco-friendly choice that slashes carbon emissions compared to conventional aluminium production. In a world […] The post Hydro’s recycled aluminium is revolutionising the metal materials industry appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Parcel Pending

JUNE 21, 2024

For the first time, Quadient is expanding its network with a new approach of third-party network integration Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a global automation platform powering secure and sustainable business connections, announced today a significant expansion of its open locker network in Japan through a strategic partnership with JR East Smart Logistics Co., Ltd., the logistics arm of the major Japanese rail company.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

From using 100% recycled plastic to harnessing the versatility of aluminium, Damiano Latini is reshaping the future of eco-conscious living. […] The post Aluminium is the sustainable backbone of Damiano Latini’s designs appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Parcel Pending

JUNE 21, 2024

In 2024, global e-commerce sales are projected to soar to $6 trillion , constituting approximately 20% of all retail transactions worldwide. In 2023 alone, the US Department of Commerce reported sales amounting to $285 billion by the close of the fourth quarter in 2023. Within this expansive market, college students command a significant share, and with 594 million students expected to be enrolled in higher education worldwide by 2040 , it is safe to say that on-campus deliveries will continue t

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

In an era where environmental sustainability is more critical than ever, Polimair, with its Beluga Chair, is stepping up to address one of the most pressing […] The post Polimair gives plastic waste some taste with DIY Beluga Chair Kit appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JUNE 21, 2024

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail sales volumes (quantity bought) rose by 2.9% in May 2024, following a fall of 1.8% in April 2024 (revised from a fall of 2.3%), the latest ONS figures reveal. Sales volumes rose across most sectors, with clothing retailers and furniture stores rebounding following poor weather in April.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

Italian furniture brand Arper re-released its iconic Catifa Carta chair earlier this year, featuring a new composite material made from paper that the company claims can […] The post Arper’s sustainable office chair replaces plastic with a dozen sheets of paper appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Down inc

JUNE 21, 2024

We are thrilled to announce the launch of Down Inc.'s Quick Ship program. Over 100 of our top-selling items that will ship by the next business day. The post Our New Quick Ship Program is Now Available! first appeared on DOWN inc.

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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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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

Paper Factor represents a contemporary innovation in the art of papier mâché, exploring its expressive potential in the field of interior and product design. Could a […] The post Paper Factor: an interior design revolution that starts with Papier-Maché appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 21, 2024

Digital gift card platform Prezzee has more than tripled its sales for the 18 months ended December 2023, according to its financial report lodged with the Australian Securities and Investments Commission. Card sales during the period grew 205 per cent from $1.1 billion to $3.4 billion, while revenue jumped 178 per cent from $58 million to $161 million.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 21, 2024

Artesanos is a Peruvian initiative uniting local artisans and designers in a slow, more sustainable revolution. In a world where speed often trumps quality, a humble […] The post Artesanos’ slow design workshops return craft to a calm, masterful process appeared first on DesignWanted.

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