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UK F&B group buys 62 Australian airport stores

Inside Retail

UK-based SSP Group has signed an agreement to acquire Airport Retail Enterprises (ARE) for an undisclosed sum, Verdict Food Service reported. With the acquisition, SSP will own all of ARE’s 62 locations in seven Australian airports, which are generating annual sales of approximately $200 million. This will raise the group’s presence to 100 units across 11 of the country’s 19 largest airports – and one train station.

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“This Future is Currently Unavailable” – a bold call to action for this year edition

Design Wanted

Isola Design Festival 2024 is embracing innovation with an evolved format this year. Exploring new venues like Lampo Milano, WAO PL7, and Galleria Bonelli within the […] The post “This Future is Currently Unavailable” – a bold call to action for this year edition appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Temple & Webster CEO Mark Coulter talks Gen Z shoppers and growth targets

Inside Retail

As Gen Z and millennials enter their ‘prime furniture-buying years’, online furniture retailers, such as Temple & Webster are benefiting. Continuing to align with this age group’s needs – as they move out, get married, start a family, rent bigger places or buy homes – will be key to growth moving forward. Temple & Webster on Tuesday recorded record results for the first half of FY24 , surpassing the 1 million active customer mark in February 2024.

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Neiman Marcus Group Hub by Gensler

Retail Design Blog

Gensler designed a reimagined workplace experience for Neiman Marcus Group in Dallas, creating an integrated work environment that fosters a.

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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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Brisbane’s Post Office Square goes through multimillon dollar renovation

Inside Retail

Brisbane’s Post Office Square is going through a multi-million dollar redevelopment in anticipation of a resurgence of food courts as more workers return to offices. Global investment manager LaSalle, which acquired the property in 2017, said that 17 new and existing tenants have already signed leasing agreements at the centre. “As workers are coming back to the office, there will be a need for CBD food courts in some shape or form,” said Taylor Westlake, manager of insights an

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Lunares Mineral Water by Grande

Retail Design Blog

Lunares Mineral Water comes from springs located in Jaraba, within the Iberian System. It is an exceptional ecosystem, situated 763.

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PARDIS Restaurant and Cafe by Country House. Architecture

Retail Design Blog

A quaint little Italian eatery called Pardis awaits you on a serene street in Ham Tien, Mui Ne, Vietnam.

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How DFS merged luxury retail and innovation in its new beauty concept

Inside Retail

DFS Group, the world’s premier luxury travel retailer which is privately held and majority owned by LVMH, recently unveiled a new concept set to redefine the beauty shopping landscape. Dubbed the ’Beauty Collective’, the concept at T Galleria Beauty by DFS in Hong Kong’s vibrant Causeway Bay features 24 new brands spanning lifestyle, skincare, haircare and technology, as well as bespoke interactive consultations, personalised skincare and haircare analyses, and hands-on trial session

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4SPACE’s Agora is inspired by the Gatsby era and the majestic elegance of ancient Greece

Design Middleeast

Agora, located in the Edition Hotel in Downtown Dubai, is a unique cocktail bar and social club that combines refinement and comfort. Agora, designed by 4SPACE, is inspired by ancient Greek gathering places and marketplaces. It combines elements of the Gatsby era with ancient Greece, resulting in a significant shift. The goal was to create a setting that exudes depth, richness, and tranquillity, while staying warm and inviting.

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Youswim founder talks inclusive sizing and innovation in the swimwear market

Inside Retail

Life partners and Youswim co-founders Elise Wallbank and Julian Tali launched the UK-based brand Youswim in 2018 to forever change size inclusivity and modernise sustainability in the swimwear market. Wallbank spoke with Inside Retail about coming up with the idea of an eco-friendly swimwear brand, striking a work-life balance, and what the company has planned for the year ahead.

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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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Waitrose amplifies Valentine’s Day activity to win over customers’ hearts

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Waitrose has fired cupid’s bow with an integrated campaign to build its share of the Valentine’s market. We see this occasion – which is increasingly shared by friends as well as romantics – as an opportunity to drive footfall and win new customers as well as providing existing customers with an exceptional deal.

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A year of contradictions and change: 2024 Australian Retail Outlook

Inside Retail

The 2024 Australian Retail Outlook is out now. This must-read resource is packed with exclusive insights from Inside Retail’s survey of retailers about their performance, plans and predictions for the year ahead; trend analyses and advice from industry experts; and interviews with leading retailers, including Ikea, Lush, Outland Denim, Milligram, and many more, about their growth strategies in 2024 and beyond.

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BrewDog Distilling Co., launches Casa Rayos Tequila

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Casa Rayos Tequila is handcrafted in the heartlands of Jalisco, made from 100% agave in partnership with BrewDog Distilling Co., and the Orendain family, the third oldest tequila distilling family in the town of the Tequila, Mexico.

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PULSE store by Sobchenkó Architects

Retail Design Blog

As one of the leading depositories of activewear and sportswear in Kyiv, it’s no surprise that PULSE has a retail.

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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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Shanky’s Whip makes TV debut with ‘Worth a Try’ ad campaign

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Shanky’s Whip Irish Whiskey Liqueur launches its first TV advertising campaign this month in the run up to St Patrick’s Day on 17th March, marking a major step forward in its global expansion plans designed to grow awareness and fuel growth.

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How to Get Your Product into Home Depot or Lowes

Retail Bound

As a hardware and improvement product manufacturer, getting your products into major retailers like Home Depot and Lowes can be a huge opportunity for growth. With their extensive customer base and nationwide presence, these big box stores are the ideal platform to showcase your products. But how exactly do you get your foot in the door and secure a spot on their shelves?

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Coldpress broadens citrus fruit horizons by introducing Mandarin with added vitamins

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As a business that has always placed the democratisation of premium tier juices at the very top of its great taste manifesto, it makes perfect sense that the UK’s original HPP pioneer Coldpress would move quickly to tackle a spiralling cost of living crisis via the eagerly anticipated launch of a sublime yet affordably priced […] If you want more i

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Meet Bo & Luca, the Australian couture bridal brand with a global presence

Inside Retail

Australian bridal and fashion brand Bo & Luca has returned to its roots with a new store opening this month in one of Brisbane’s oldest suburbs, New Farm, and the launch of its couture bridal collection, The Gardener’s Journal. Shannon Pittman, the New Zealand-born founder and creative director of Bo & Luca, hosted an evening soiree in Sydney to mark the launch of the collection and her return to Australia from South Africa where she relocated and grew the brand six years ago.

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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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Tetra Pak makes major investments to boost beverage carton recycling in the EU

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Tetra Pak is announcing several strategic investments designed to level up the recycling capacity for carton packages in the European Union (EU). The move supports the goals of the proposed EU Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), by ensuring that all packaging components are recycled and valuable raw materials are kept in circulation for long

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Poppins and Principle join forces to enhance the digital and physical brand experience

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Poppins, the London-headquartered agency operating at the intersection of technology and creativity, is partnering with Principle, a global brand and implementation agency. The two agencies have teamed up to provide a seamless end-to-end brand experience that connects the digital and physical touchpoints for consumer brands.

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ESL Data Strips: an indispensable tool for retailers looking to stay competitive in a dynamic market

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The retail landscape is forever evolving, with new retailers entering the market every year. Between 2022 and 2023, the UK saw just over 800,000 new business created. With so much competition on the high street, it is imperative that retailers look at ways to stay ahead of the curve and thrive.

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Dulux Decorator Centre partners with Gophr, introducing sub-two hour rapid delivery across UK

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Award-winning decorating merchant Dulux Decorator Centre has today announced its partnership with last-mile, on-demand delivery network Gophr, to expand its new Rapid, sub-2-hour, delivery service on paint, tools and accessories for its customers across the UK.

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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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Expanding legends: Greene King unveils exciting craft IPAs

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Greene King Brewery is launching two new craft beers, Hazy Day and Prior Life, into the market this month as it looks to grow its craft portfolio further. Launching in February, Hazy Day, a fruity IPA (4.3% ABV), and Prior Life, an All Day IPA (3.4% ABV), follow the launch of Greene King’s craft portfolio […] If you want more information Retail Tim

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January a contender for weakest-ever e-commerce month, IMRG Online Retail Index shows

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! 2024 has gotten off to a very slow start for e-commerce sales, with online revenue falling -7% Year-on-Year (YoY) in January against a decline of -3.5% last year, according to the IMRG Online Retail Index, which tracks the online sales of over 200 retailers.

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