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Westfield Knox unveils new foodcourt hosting raft of new brands

Inside Retail

Westfield Knox in Victoria has opened its redefined food court on level one, which forms part of the shopping centre’s $355 million redevelopment. The food court features several stores including Mad Mex, KFC, Chatime, Roll’d, Subway, Soul Origin, A+HK Café, Bonbons Bakery, New Era Dumplings, and Royal Donuts. “Today marks another milestone in the transformation for our customers, bringing us closer to our next launch where we’ll see large-format fashion retailers open in our n

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Ready, Steady, Build! The LEGO Group officially opens new LEGO Store

Retail Focus

Today, after much excitement, the LEGO Group opened the doors to its brand-new LEGO® Store in Blanchardstown Shopping Centre, Dublin. The new store is the brand’s latest location in Ireland, following the successful opening of the first ever Irish LEGO Store on Grafton Street in August 2022. Located in the well-known Dublin shopping centre, the LEGO Store Blanchardstown is already delighting fans of all ages, with an exciting collection of sets and experiences.

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In ‘stellar’ quarter, Amazon books 244 per cent surge in net income

Inside Retail

Amazon has delivered a stunning 244 per cent growth in third-quarter net income as – in the words of one analyst – it overrides the slight slowdown impacting the wider US consumer economy. The e-commerce giant booked a net income of $9.9 billion during the third quarter of FY23. Amazon reported a 13 per cent increase in net sales to $143.1 billion, as sales grew 11 per cent to $87.9 billion in the North American segment and jumped 16 per cent to $32.1 billion in the international segment.

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Not On The High Street launches 3D billboards to urge against wasteful gifting

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Not On The High Street, the UK’s home of small creative businesses, has today rolled out billboards highlighting the landfill issue caused by bad Christmas gifting. Research by the brand revealed a startling 3,088,345 bad Christmas gifts were thrown away this year and ended up in landfill, and this yuletide, Not on The High Street are […] If you wa

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The Evolving Retailers Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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In-store shopping is far from dead – but the phygital world beckons retailers

Inside Retail

The appeal of in-store shopping in a thriving e-commerce era is not diminishing – but it is evolving, according to new research commissioned by technology company Lightspeed and Inside Retail. “It is undeniable,” stresses Andrea Quinn, Apac senior director of sales at Lightspeed (pictured above). “Our survey reflected that consumers are drawn to physical stores for the tactile experience – with 56 per cent of consumers visiting stores to view products in real life and 46 per cent of consumers v

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Chengdu Science Fiction Museum by Zaha Hadid Architects

Retail Design Blog

Launching the careers of many renowned Chinese authors over the past five decades, Chengdu is the country’s leading incubator of.

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Luda Nikishina showroom by Kozeen + Rueda

Retail Design Blog

Store is located at 8/15 Bogoslovskaya Street, Moscow. It is a showroom for a fashion brand that specializes in minimalist.

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From mini stores to the metaverse, will Macy’s new moves pay off?

Inside Retail

Can an old dog learn new tricks? Macy’s has been stepping up to the plate with a series of new moves, from the expansion of its smaller-footprint stores, to a new digital fashion platform targeting younger shoppers. In October, the department store retailer announced plans to open 30 more “mini stores” in strip centers across the US over the next two years, as it veers outside of the shopping mall.

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Noor – Le Nabat by Taboo Branding

Retail Design Blog

Uzbekistan is a country with a great history and peculiar cuisine. Plov, kurut, navat and other unusual representatives of national.

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Target launches First Nations collaboration with Cungelella Art

Inside Retail

Target Australia has collaborated with Cungelella Art, an Australian art collective led by four Indigenous sisters, to launch a limited-edition clothing line. The range features family sleepwear, children’s swimwear and swim accessories. The family sleepwear is inspired by sisters’ children when they spent the night out in the country under the stars, with the hues echoing both the earthy tones and sky that surrounds them, which couple to provide a peaceful atmosphere ideal for bedtime.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Boca de Agua resort by Frida Escobedo

Retail Design Blog

Mexican architect Frida Escobedo has completed a seaside resort in the Yucatán Peninsula with wooden guest quarters suspended on stilts.

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Emotional bonds: Koskela CEO on achieving circularity and zero emissions 

Inside Retail

Furniture and homewares brand Koskela recently outlined its agenda, aiming to achieve a fully circular business model by 2027, zero carbon emissions by 2035, and ensure that 90 percent of its manufactured products use recycled and recyclable materials by 2026 Here, CEO and co-founder Sasha Titchkosky talks to Inside Retail about how Koskela plans to achieve these objectives, and address Australia’s significant fast-furniture issue, which generates 30,0000 tonnes of commercial furniture wa

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x+why Offices by John Robertsons Architects

Retail Design Blog

John Robertsons Architects highlighted the space for the x+why coworking offices with ample natural light, greenery, and bold colors in.

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Retailers drive profits with digital retail media

Inside Retail

Digital retail media offers huge opportunities for incremental income, but many retailers have yet to take advantage of this new revenue stream. A leader in the field of digital retail media is global tech company PubMatic, whose Sydney-based director of commerce media, Apac, Brandon Lee, spoke with Inside Retail. Digital retail media refers to the advertising space and audience data that retailers can make available to brands to run digital advertising campaigns.

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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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Krispy Kreme set to open flagship store on Oxford Street

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! International real estate advisor Savills, working with Knight Frank, has acted on behalf of Emperor International Holdings Limited to complete the letting of the retail unit at 27 Oxford Street, to Krispy Kreme.

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“I love the people focus”: Godiva’s Haley Koo on a career in retail

Inside Retail

As national retail manager at Godiva Australia, Haley Koo is involved in almost every touchpoint of the business, including new store openings, product development and packaging transformation. It’s the perfect role for someone who is energised both by working with customers and her colleagues. As one of this year’s Rising Stars of Retail , Koo takes a look back at the proudest moments of her career, her biggest role models, and what she loves about working in retail.

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Lakeland introduces new measures to improve staff wellbeing thanks to Retail Trust partnership

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Kitchenware and homeware retailer Lakeland has begun working with retail industry charity the Retail Trust to protect the wellbeing of its 1,300 members of staff. They will be given access to a range of personalised mental health resources thanks to the new partnership, including counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy for themselves and younger pe

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Amazon CFO: shoppers to remain cautious heading into holiday season

Inside Retail

Amazon.com on Thursday said growth in its cloud business is stabilizing as it signed new deals, but warned that consumers remained wary about spending going into the holiday quarter. The company predicted a rise in revenue over the key holiday season that could still miss Wall Street expectations, as it reported strong third quarter results buoyed by a recent marketing blitz and faster delivery.

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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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Mixologist’s Garden’s ready to use fruit garnishes, which help consumers elevate their at-home drinking experience, are now available in retail

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A unique new range of high quality, ready to use fruit garnishes designed to effortlessly elevate the at-home drinking experience is now available in retail from Mixologist’s Garden. Five fruit options – Lemon, Lime and Strawberry slices, as well as whole Raspberries and Blueberries – are now available in selected Asda stores nationwide and East of

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Brazil Sets Global Precedent: First Nation to Embrace ISSB Sustainability Financial Reports

Eye on ESG

The Brazilian Securities Commission (“ CVM “) made a significant announcement on October 20, 2023, by introducing CVM’s Rule No. 193. This resolution provides comprehensive guidance on the creation and dissemination of sustainability information reports, specifically the IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, as outlined by the International Sustainability Standards Board (“ ISSB “), which are aligned with the recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (“ TCFD ”) and the criteria s

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Leading and award winning health brand, The Turmeric Co., announces NPD and nationwide Sainsbury’s deal

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! One of the UK’s fastest-growing health brands, The Turmeric Co. (www.theturmeric.co), has announced a nationwide deal with supermarket giant Sainsbury’s. The business is launching exclusive NPD with the retailer, two ‘Self-Shot’ SKUs, alongside two SKUs from its core functional shots range.

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Why Timing is Crucial for Production in the Retail Business

Scrube

Timing is everything in the retail industry. If you don’t have what you need regarding merchandise, fixtures, or other retail solutions to come in on time, it can cause a huge inconvenience and may result in lower sales or revenue. Punctuality is paramount when you work with retail solution companies like S-Cube Fixtures. Read more on what to keep in mind as far as production time, transportation, and logistics.

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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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An experimental exhibition to reveal the concealed side of linoleum

Design Wanted

During Dutch Design Week 2023, in an exhibition titled “Lino Undercover,” Tarkett and Studio RENS unveiled their research findings, innovative applications, and promising product concepts. This […] The post An experimental exhibition to reveal the concealed side of linoleum appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Warner’s Distillery launches world’s first dandelion-spiced rum

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Warner’s Distillery, famed for its innovative portfolio of award-winning gin and noted as the pioneers of the flavoured gin revolution, has launched its first rum – WARNER’S SPICED BOTANICAL RUM (40% ABV) – and in true Warner’s style, its key ingredient is the bee-friendly, farm-grown dandelion.

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Digital Transformation in Retail: The Need is Now

Parcel Pending

The pandemic permanently changed the retail industry. Savvy retailers welcomed retail digital transformation to survive. Now, the stakes are higher for every retail business, with the need for retailers to expedite digital adoption and harness the power of digital technology to deliver sales and continued growth in the retail sector. Retail digital transformation is when retailers leverage technology, e-commerce, omnichannel marketing and Artificial Intelligence (AI) to drive operational efficie

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Binky Felstead joins M&S and MPs on Downing Street to urge the Chancellor to remove VAT from period pants

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This week supporters for Say Pants to the Tax – a campaign led by M&S and WUKA to level the playing field on period products – visited Downing Street. M&S, together with one of the retailer’s ambassadors, TV personality and entrepreneur, Alexandra ‘Binky’ Felstead, Tracey Crouch CBE MP, Selaine Saxby MP, Alison Thewliss MP, Janet […] If you

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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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Skechers sets quarterly sales record as innovation drive pays off

Inside Retail

Footwear brand Skechers saw record sales of US$2.02 billion in the third quarter of FY23, up 7.8 per cent year on year. The company said sales grew in all its regions, including the Americas, which it attributed to the strength of its direct-to-consumer channel. Net earnings surged 69.3 per cent to $145.4 million while gross margin rose to 52.9 per cent. “Our record third-quarter sales were the result of our continued innovation and determination to deliver comfort, style and quality in ev

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Greens Retail chooses Snappy Shopper

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Snappy Shopper, the fastest-growing home delivery app serving convenience stores, has announced it’s partnering with popular Scottish retailer, Greens Retail, to power its new Home Delivery and Click and Collect offering.

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Quadient and GLS France Announce a Major Partnership

Parcel Pending

Partnership gives GLS privileged access to Quadient’s French open locker network Quadient (Euronext Paris : QDT), a leading customer communication management solutions provider and a major global parcel locker operator, and GLS France , one of Europe’s leading express parcel delivery providers, are proud to announce the signature of a significant agreement.

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UK-based low carb food brand, SRSLY Low Carb, secures major US distribution deal

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! UK company SRSLY Low Carb has announced a new distribution deal which will introduce its range of healthy, delicious, and high-quality food products into a number of major US-based supermarket retailers. Hertfordshire-based SRSLY has signed an exclusivity agreement with Gourmet Foods International (GFI), a national specialty food distributor headquartere

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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.