Fri.Sep 27, 2024

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Kikkoman dons a Santa hat this Christmas

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The nation’s leading soy sauce brand, Kikkoman is putting major investment into its festive promotional programme. For the first time consumers will see Kikkoman’s iconic 150ml dispenser sporting a Santa Hat in all major supermarkets plus Booths and Ocado this Christmas.

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LVMH takes stake in Moncler, fuelling speculation about luxury sector M&A

Inside Retail

Shares in Moncler rose sharply on Friday after French rival LVMH invested in the Italian outerwear specialist, fuelling speculation about the long-term intentions of the owner of Louis Vuitton and Moet & Chandon Champagne. Analysts said the news would likely revive speculation of a potential takeover of Moncler in the long term, but focused on the near-term advantages of the deal for LVMH, which reinforced its dominance in the US$400 billion luxury sector.

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Seafood from Norway launches campaign to inspire UK consumers to enjoy more seafood

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Norwegian Seafood Council (NSC), which proudly represents Seafood from Norway, has announced the relaunch of its “Explore” campaign. Aimed to excite the tastebuds of UK consumers and expand their seafood repertoire, the campaign will run from September through to November.

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Italian design was prominently showcased at the recent CIFF event in Shanghai

Design Wanted

The Italian Lounge marked a successful debut in showcasing and promoting Italian companies, products, professionals, concepts, and values in China […] The post Italian design was prominently showcased at the recent CIFF event in Shanghai appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Cazcabel Tequila takes the top spot as no. 1 independently owned premium tequila outside north America and Mexico

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The latest figures released by the IWSR have recognised Cazcabel Tequila is the number one independently owned premium tequila outside north America and Mexico, with the highest growth rate achieved by an independent tequila brand over the past five years.

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#DESIGNMEAWARDS: AECOM is the Silver Sponsor!

Design Middleeast

We are thrilled to announce that AECOM is the Silver Sponsor for the Design Middle East Awards and Design Forum 2024, which will be held on November 22 at Hilton Al Habtoor City Al Joud Ballroom, Dubai. AECOM launched when a handful of employees from design and engineering companies shared a dream of creating an industry-leading firm dedicated to delivering a better world.

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East Coast Port Strikes

Ultra Flex

Riverview, FL – We want to provide an important update regarding the potential impact of upcoming strikes at East Coast ports, which begin on October 1. These labor disputes are creating uncertainty for shippers and may have significant ramifications for the broader supply chain. Potential Impact: East and Gulf Coast ports handle approximately 43% of U.S. imports.

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Craft Gin Club launches Craft Gin Advent Calendar and debuts Gin & Tonic and 12 Days of Rum Advent Calendars

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Craft Gin Club has launched its fabulously festive, and hotly anticipated, Craft Gin Advent Calendar for 2024 at the price of £89.99 on pre-sale on the Craft Gin Club online shop ([link] calendar will go on general sale from 1st October.

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NPE West 2025 Dates 

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

Anaheim, CA – Natural Products Expo West 2025 is slated to take place at the Anaheim Convention Center from March 4th – 7th, 2025. Natural Products Expo West continues to be the leading trade show for the natural, organic, and healthy products industry. After a successful event in 2024, NPE West returns to Anaheim with an expanded platform for retailers, suppliers, and manufacturers to connect, discover new products, and explore the latest trends in the wellness space.

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LOOKFANTASTIC opens first concept store in Manchester today

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! LOOKFANTASTIC, the #1 online pure-play prestige beauty retailer, today announces the grand opening of its first ever concept store, bringing LOOKFANTASTIC from URL to IRL and redefining retail as community-driven and educational.

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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.

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LIL MILAN first POPUP STORE in ROME.

Retail Design Blog

LIL Milan is a fresh new pure gold jewels brand with an essential and elegant style.The project aims to create.

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Aldi introduces HVO-powered trucks to its fleet

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is converting more than 30% of its fleet of owned HGVs to operate on hydrotreated vegetable oil (HVO) fuels. The move is taking place on more than 160 HGVs based at its Cardiff, Swindon and Neston distribution centres, and is expected to reduce the supermarket’s carbon footprint by approximately 15,400 tonnes of CO2e per year.

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Greene King continues winning streak securing more awards for new brews

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Greene King Brewery has struck gold again with more multiple wins at the International Beer Challenge this year with the brewer’s latest craft brews securing great results. Greene King has secured four medals at the global awards, including the top scoring trophy award for the Best Can Design for Level Head Session IPA.

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eBay launches new handbag consignment selling service

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, eBay UK launches its new consignment service for luxury items, giving users direct access to expert sellers who will list and sell their items on their behalf.To power the service, eBay has partnered with experienced luxury seller, Luxe Collective.

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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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Newmark’s Travel Retail team appointed to support the growth strategy for iconic designer Paul Smith

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Newmark’s Travel Retail team has been appointed by Britain’s leading independent design company, Paul Smith, to advise on its ambitious expansion strategy, with opportunities for airport duty-free and cruise operators to add the global brand to their retail offering.

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IKEA and Shelter’s ‘UNWELCOME HOME’ Doll’s House reveals shocking conditions for thousands of children homeless in temporary accommodation

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! IKEA and Shelter have unveiled a harrowing ‘UNWELCOME HOME’ doll’s house, revealing the shocking truth of life in temporary accommodation for thousands of children who are homeless in England. IKEA has converted its FLISAT Doll’s Houses into unwelcome homes in London Wembley, Manchester (Ashton-under-Lyne) and Birmingham (Wednesbury) stores.

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Scan & Save celebrates third anniversary with retailers praising its impact

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Jisp, the award-winning retail technology company, has marked the three-year anniversary of its Scan & Save app achieving impressive performance figures and receiving high praise from its retailers. Since its launch in 2021 Scan & Save has earned retailers almost £6million while shoppers have saved over £2.2million in that time.

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Deliveroo partners with Sheffield Hallam University students and BioPak to design sustainable food packaging for deliveries

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A team of students/student from Sheffield Hallam University have won a competition to design sustainable food packaging for Deliveroo. Organised by Deliveroo and supported by BioPak, market leaders in sustainable packaging, the competition tasked seven students on the Sheffield Hallam University Packaging Professional BSc to create innovative, sustainabl

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision

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As Day of the Dead approaches, SUAVE Tequila sets new standards in luxury and sustainability

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As Day of the Dead approaches (1-2 November), it’s time to stock up on the quintessential liquid to celebrate this Mexican feast that is now a worldwide phenomenon. One of the most admired ultra-premium, no additives tequila available in the UK is SUAVE, notable for the quality of its spirits and the elegance of its bottles. […] If you want more in

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Chocomel launches new Hot Chocolate variant to fire up grocery aisles across the UK

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the weather cools down, Chocomel, the UK’s best-selling premium milk brand in convenience[1], is heating up – literally. Renowned for its signature hot chocolate around Europe, this month, the brand will debut a new variant: Chocomel Hot Chocolate, bringing the indulgence and convenience of café-style hot chocolate directly into consumers’ homes…and m

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M&S customers and colleagues help smash £2m fundraising milestone in first year of YoungMinds partnership

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Thanks to incredible support from colleagues and customers, the M&S and YoungMinds partnership has already raised over £2million to support young people’s mental health. The partnership was launched last year and aims to raise £5million over the next three years.

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A sweet twist on tradition: Chupa Chups launches first-ever advent calendar

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! December just got a whole lot sweeter as Chupa Chups – more than just the UK’s no.1 lollipop brand – unwraps its first-of-its-kind advent calendar. The launch comes at a time when Chupa Chups continues to sweeten its lead in the confectionery market, with the brand’s market value soaring to £17.4 million, reflecting an impressive […] If

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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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Gopuff launches new advertising capabilities to enhance campaign efficacy

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Gopuff, the leading Instant grocery delivery service, has announced the launch of two new ad capabilities designed to help brands better engage with customers on and off the Gopuff platform. With the launch of Brand Shops and deeper insights for sampling campaigns, Gopuff’s powerful new tools enable brands to build meaningful relationships with the next

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Superbowl UK and Hans Buffet to open at Festival Place, Basingstoke

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Festival Place has announced the signing of Superbowl UK, the family-friendly entertainment centre, creating a landmark leisure anchor for Basingstoke. The 16,750 sq ft unit will launch in summer 2025, and will be joined by Hans Buffet, which has signed to open a buffet concept next door.

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Shoplifting figures are at a 20 year high – retailers must act to prevent further losses

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Recent statistics from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed that almost 444,000 shoplifting offences in England and Wales were reported to the police between March 2023 and 2024 – the highest figure in two decades.

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Goodrays & CleanCo: 25% off at Waitrose for next two weeks

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Goodrays CBD sparkling drinks and CleanCo non-alcoholic spirits are on offer with 25% off online and in-store at Waitrose for two weeks. CBD is said to help you sleep, decrease anxiety and help with aches and pains.

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Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition

Achieve more with your commerce with the help of Orium’s Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition. Presented in partnership with commercetools, Contentstack, and Google Cloud, this edition is packed with new insights and practical examples to help you navigate changes in digital commerce and construct an adaptable tech stack optimized for efficiency and scalability.

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Asda launches three new mince pie flavours for 2024

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Nothing marks Christmas like the first mince pie of the season – and for some, this may start as early as now. This week, Asda has seen a 115.8% increase in searches on Asda.com for ‘mince pies’. With a huge 72% of Brits saying that mince pies are an essential part of their Christmas celebrations, Asda has […] If you want more information Retail Ti

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From bland loyalty to brand loyalty: nearly half of Gen Z abandon brands that become boring

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Almost half of UK Gen Zers (46%) and 29% of other generations have abandoned a brand they were once loyal to because they grew ‘bored’ of them. That’s according to SAP Emarsys’ annual Customer Loyalty Index (CLI) announced today at SAP Customer Experience (CX) Live.

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Town centre visitors’ footfall shows positive trend across UK for the first time in 2024

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Place Informatics, a leading provider of footfall and location visitor behaviour data monitoring in the UK, has published a national visitor data report giving a detailed overview of town centre footfall across the UK in 2024.

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Britvic partners with Wireless Logic to improve sustainability within the soft drinks industry

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wireless Logic, the leading global Internet of Things connectivity platform provider, is working with Britvic, a leading soft drinks business, to support its latest initiative focused on reducing single-use plastic waste and improving sustainability within the soft drinks sector.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, 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.