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As France weighs fast-fashion ban, is the circular economy the future of retail?

Inside Retail

This week, France announced legislation to “limit the excesses of ultra-fast fashion”. Key measures include a ban on advertising for cheap textiles and an environmental charge on low-cost items. While the proposed laws need to pass a vote in France’s senate, they signal an increased need for focus on sustainability in the retail industry. It’s a trend that’s also playing out close to home with Roy Morgan’s Future of Australian Retail address highlighting the dichotomy between the $8 billion in s

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KIKO Milano Opens its Doors at Braehead

Retail Focus

Braehead, one of the UK’s most popular retail and leisure destinations, owned by property company SGS and asset managed by Global Mutual in conjunction with Savills as property managers, is pleased to welcome beauty brand, KIKO Milano, to the centre as the store opens its doors to customers. KIKO Milano, the Italian cosmetics brand, has opened a c.1,000 sq ft store stocking its range of beauty products including makeup, face and body treatments.

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The four trends defining online retail in 2024

Inside Retail

Thanks to rapid innovations in supply chain management, AI technology and digital marketing, e-commerce is increasingly playing an integral role in the lives of everyday Aussies. With this momentum continuing into this year, it’s the perfect time for retailers to reexamine their strategies and restructure with growth and scale in mind. Four key trends stand out as high-growth opportunities for online retailers.

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Latifa bint Mohammed inaugurates first permanent campus of L’ÉCOLE Middle East in Dubai

Design Middleeast

A prestigious school of jewelry arts accessible to everyone, the new campus marks a significant milestone in L’ÉCOLE’s plan to expand its global footprint, enhance its impact in the region, and engage a broader audience by leveraging Dubai’s rich cultural diversity Her Highness Sheikha Latifa bint Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Chairperson of the Dubai Culture and Arts Authority (Dubai Culture) and Member of The Executive Council of Dubai , inaugurated the first permanent campus of

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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How skydiving and ice baths help this CEO stay energised

Inside Retail

Inside Retail’s Top 50 People in E-Commerce is an annual ranking of the most impressive and inspiring leaders in Australia’s online retail industry. Our 2024 report features C-level executives with decades of leadership experience, alongside start-up founders and digital specialists with a wide range of skills, from marketing to logistics. You can download it here.

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Nominations Now Open for the 2024 Edition of The Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards

Design Middleeast

Awards Ceremony Set to Be Held on June 6, 2024, in Dubai, UAE Nominations are now open for the 2024 edition of the Mastercard Women SME Leaders Awards in partnership with Entrepreneur Middle East, an annual event that aims to empower women-owned and run small and medium enterprises (SMEs) across Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa. Women executives or business owners who have their headquarters or offices based in Eastern Europe, Middle East and Africa, or offer their services to these mark

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SSH completes mixed-use development project at Ghala Heights, a new landmark destination for Muscat 

Design Middleeast

SSH’s integrated mixed-use development spans 146,776 sqm, making a significant mark on Muscat’s skyline. SSH is delighted to announce the successful completion of the Mixed-use development project at Ghala Heights in Muscat, Oman. Situated just 5 km from Muscat International Airport, Ghala Heights will serve as the home for the Mövenpick Hotel and Hotel Serviced Apartments, an upscale four-star hotel providing 282 guest rooms and 58 serviced apartments.

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Groundbreaking integration trial between Gander and Snappy Shopper yields remarkable results

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In a landmark trial, two leading tech firms joined forces to revolutionise convenience shoppers’ user experience, culminating in outstanding results that promise to reshape the food waste landscape. The trial, which integrated Gander into the Snappy Shopper home delivery app, has delivered exceptional results, marking a significant leap forward in

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How to Layout a Plant Nursery Store for Maximum Appeal

Scrube

Green commerce is becoming more and more popular as retail establishments go. Everyone loves plants, and having a new plant nursery could be just the thing for an area. Opening a plant nursery is easy, but having a perfect store layout is what's a little more meticulous. A well-thought-out nursery can entice more than just plant enthusiasts. Read more on how S-Cube Fixtures can use our expertise to help you create the ultimate nursery store layout!

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Red Bull releases sugar freeP ink Edition with the taste of Forest Fruits

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following the continued success and growth of its Editions range, Red Bull is launching a new permanent Sugarfree Edition this summer. Exclusively available now with Tesco and Booker, before rolling out nationwide on 1st July, Red Bull Pink Edition Sugarfree combines the tastes of raspberry and other forest fruits, complemented by exciting herbal notes o

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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How to Spruce Up Your Office

Contra

In today’s environment, where work and personal life often intersect, the design of office spaces plays a crucial role. Across the world, businesses are evolving their workspaces not just as places for business activities but as centres that encourage creativity, teamwork, and well-being. The Coolest Offices In The World A look at offices globally shows a trend towards innovative designs that challenge traditional office setups.

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Nano partners with Circana to enhance ID-free targeting solution for CPG advertisers

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Nano Interactive, leader in ID-free targeting solutions, has launched a partnership with Circana, the leading advisor on consumer behaviour. The partnership will enable Nano to bolster its identity-free Intent Personas, combining Circana ProScores™ data with sophisticated modeling techniques to allow areas of opportunity to be identified in a privacy-fri

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Christian de Portzamparc wraps Dior flagship store with "resin shells" in Geneva

Dezeen

Six interweaving "petals" encase the facade of Dior 's store in Geneva , Switzerland, which has been designed by Pritzker Architecture Prize-winner Christian de Portzamparc. The Dior store's expressive facade elements echo those of its Seoul flagship store – also designed by French architect De Portzamparc – that similarly draws on fabrics used for Dior's creations.

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Wildfarmed launches first nationwide bread range in Waitrose

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wildfarmed, the UK’s leading regenerative food and farming company, has launched its first range of “life-changing” breads in UK supermarkets. From 1st May, five bread products will be available in Waitrose, followed by baguettes and flour products launching in June.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Shoppers ‘running’ to B&M for latest Zoflora tropical fragrance launch

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Zoflora – the indulgently fragranced, award-winning cleaning brand* – is delighted to bring back its popular Tropical Palms fragrance, ready to transform homes across the UK into Summer sanctuaries. Tropical Palms is a mixture of tropical fruits drenched in coconut water, while fresh white flowers and rose dance in this mood-booster, joined by soft amber

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Aldi signs up to portman group code

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is the latest retailer to sign up to The Portman Group’s Code of Practice, which promotes the responsible marketing and retailing of alcoholic products. Signing the code commits Aldi to following best practice for the naming, packaging, and merchandising of alcoholic drinks, in particular ensuring there is no appeal of products to under-18s.

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Lidl announces £500m investment into British pork

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In a significant initiative to bolster the British pork industry, Lidl GB has announced an investment of £500 million into the sector. This investment ensures the continued production of high-quality British product at the best possible prices for customers.

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Half of retail workers admit to cutting corners and risking their safety at work

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Frontline retail workers in the UK say they’re having to cut corners and risk their safety to meet the demands of the job, prompting calls for employers to provide extra support. More than half of the nation’s frontline retail workers (56%) have admitted to cutting corners on the shop floor or in the stockroom, in […] If you want more information R

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Little’s Coffee launches Toffee Nut flavoured pods & instant coffee

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Little’s (www.wearelittles.com) has been in the coffee-making game for over three decades. The Devon-based family business is turning up the flavour and cranking up the quality of instant, pod and ground coffee.

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Gü launches ‘Cheeky Pots’: balancing trademark indulgence with healthier choices

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Gü Desserts unveils “Cheeky Pots,” a delicious new range that has been three years in the making and promises broader choices for consumers seeking deceptively indulgent sweet treats. The Gü expert chefs have harnessed their craft and ingredient creativity to develop a range that is still indulgent but kind on calories.

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Clintons opens first UK outlet store under new ownership

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Northern Ireland’s only premier designer outlet, The Boulevard is now officially home to the UK’s first Clintons outlet store, under the new management and ownership of Cardzone, as it opened its doors to customers on Saturday 20 April 2024.

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Betty Crocker stirs up the category with sugar-free range

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Iconic baking brand Betty Crocker has announced a ground-breaking addition to its much-loved portfolio; delicious, sugar-free cake mix. Available in Betty Crocker’s iconic, great-tasting Chocolate and Vanilla, the innovative ‘Bake Smart’ range leverages the brand’s existing status as the leading player in the home baking arena with a 41% value share, whi

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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London Designer Outlet (LDO) Q1 sales pass £20.8m, a YOY increase of over 5%

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! London Designer Outlet (LDO), the premium outlet shopping destination at the heart of Wembley Park, kicked off the year with an impressive start, achieving a record breaking first-quarter trading performance and best-ever March.

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