Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fashion, apparel and specialty stores lead the retail industry when it comes to technology adoption, butmost (62%) say customers are demanding different store experiences than what they can currently provide.
Inside Retail
MAY 9, 2025
No-cost menstrual products, free pads, and tampons will soon be available in shopping centre vending machines across Victoria, providing relief from cost-of-living pressures for women in the state. Minister for Women Natalie Hutchins has announced that the rollout of vending machines dispensing free period products will be installed in 90 venues in Melbourne, starting with 18 shopping centres initially.
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Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As IKEA City opens its doors, new research from online auction marketplaceAuctionetand Censuswide reveals the emotional highs and lows of Britains relationship with IKEA – from flatpack-induced fallouts to surprising sentimental attachments.
Parcel Pending
MAY 9, 2025
In today’s high-pressure academic environment, the state of student mental health has reached a critical point. Recent data paints a concerning picture for higher education administrators: 35% of students have considered abandoning their academic programs in the past six months. 1 When asked why, 43% cited mental health challenges and an alarming 53% pointed to emotional stress as their primary reasons. 2 Meanwhile, young adults between 18-25 years old are reporting unprecedented levels of
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is bringing the taste of Greece home with the launch of itsGyros Kits a tasty fakeaway for a purse-friendly3.19. A popular street food staple in Greece, gyros (pronounced “yee-ros”), typically features marinated meat, fries, and sauces wrapped in warm flatbread.
Retail Design Blog
MAY 9, 2025
the Fang Eyewear Showroom by architecture firm M-D Design Studio, a project which reimagines the traditional showroom in the town.
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Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Midcounties Co-operative has supported more than 50 individuals over the last 12 months through its continued focus on employability support with partnerships aimed at removing barriers to deliver genuine social value for communities through fairer access to employment.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Scotlands largest celebration of specialty coffee drew record crowds this year proving the strength and resilience of the industry amid a challenging time for the industry. More than 2,000 visitors attended this years Glasgow Coffee Festival, held across two sold-out days last month.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Independent Scottish distiller Eden Millhas announced its new-look Golf Gin product is now available on the shelves of 202 Waitrose stores across the UK in their first-ever nationwide listing, with the popular supermarket having grocer exclusivity for 3-months.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Dubai Chocolate trend is still going strong as it seems the nation cant getKunafathe viral treat. Now, Aldi is doubling down on Dubai deliciousness with its newest launch theFlair Pistachio Kunafa Dubai Chocolate Cake Bars (2.89, 40g).
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research has uncovered the staggering financial toll of tool theft, with over 1 in 5 tradespeople in the UK (22%) hit with losses exceeding 500 due to stolen tools. The research, commissioned by home improvement retailer Wickes, sheds light on the scale of the issue facing the UKs 2.3 million trade professionals – with […] If you want mor
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wickes is proud to announce a new charity partnership with Campaign Against Living Miserably (CALM), a leading UK suicide prevention charity. As part of this partnership, Wickes is pledging to raise 2 million between May 2025 and May 2027 to support CALMs life-saving work.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ahead of El Clsico, Under Armours roster of top talent at FC Barcelona; Ferran Torres, Fermn Lpez and Marc Casad, have sent a playful message to their arch-rivals showcasing their ruthless hunger for success.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Planet Farms Fresh Everleafis thefirst ever vertically farmed salad rangesold by Waitrose. It is a collision of natures wisdom, technology and a deep Italian culinary heritage.Grown without pesticides or herbicides, the leaves are completely free from human touch until opened and enjoyed; maximising freshness, quality, crispness and flavour.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Edinburgh Gin, from independent family-owned, Ian Macleod Distillers, is expanding its footprint in the fast-growing ready-to-drink (RTD) market with the launch of its new Raspberry Collins canned cocktail. This flavour-packed, low-ABV (2%) serve is designed for todays moderation-minded drinker and arrives just in time for summer.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! BOXPARK, the award-winning hospitality and leisure group, has today announced the appointment of Michelle Farrell, the companys first-ever chief growth officer (CGO). In her new role, Farrell will oversee the sales, events & marketing and commercial functions of the business, aligning with BOXPARK’s commitment to accelerating growth and expandi
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Blended malt whisky brand Naked Malthas achieved a major milestone with a new national listing in 720Tescomain estate stores across the UK. Previously available through specialist online retailers such as Master of Malt, Tesco becomes the brands first national grocery multiple, significantly broadening its presence in the UK off-trade.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Newbie, a part of the Kappahl Group, is continuing its international growth with an ambitious expansion plan. The company is intensifying its presence in the UK with several new store openings planned for 2025.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Tonys Chocolonely, the Dutch impact-led chocolate company, now loved by millions globally, has partnered with Chuck Studios, the creative advertising specialists in food and drink, to define the brand assets to make it even more distinctive.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! MandM, one of the UKs leading online off-price retailers, continues its longstanding support for Teenage Cancer Trust with a fundraising hike that has already raised 28,500, with hopes to exceed the 35,000 mark.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Nobodys Child x Poppy Delevingne collection is a love letter to modern versatility, a celebration of vintage glamour and free-spirited bohemian style. Drawing inspiration from Poppys eclectic wardrobe; vintage festival staples and day-to-night looks, each piece tells a story.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This month,Britains largest bakery brand, and No1 Gluten Free bakery brand, Warburtons, has launched two brand new NPDs – Gluten Free Soft Brown Pittas and Gluten Free Seeded Tiger Bloomer. Warburtons continues to invest significantly in the gluten free category as gluten free consumers look for new and interesting bakery products to make mealtimes
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Crown Estate in association with British Land, Grosvenor, Shaftesbury Capital, Westminster City Council and the Department for Work and Pensions are hosting Made in Central London, a recruitment event to support job seekers in the next step in their career.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Amid continued economic uncertainty and challenging trading conditions across the UK retail sector, Danish lifestyle and homewares brand Sstrene Grene is pressing ahead with an ambitious expansion strategy, reaffirming its confidence in physical retail and the British consumer.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This May, Phizz, the UKs no.1 hydration enhancer*, is launching a brand new product; Phizz Daily Energy, available in two flavours; Orange and Cherry. Designed to tackle fatigue at its source, it features a specialised hydration formula and a high-strength, scientifically formulated B-vitamin complex, along with added caffeine and guarana extract.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fenwick is excited to announce,Beauty Week, a week-long celebration of all things beauty, running from815 Mayacross all Fenwick stores and online atfenwick.co.uk. This event invites customers to discover the latest in beauty innovation through a curated series of experiences, offers, and expert-led moments.
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! More than six in 10 adults in England are now overweight or obese, the latest figures reveal. The findings come from data analysis by Harlow Leisurezone of the latest Overweight Adults report in the Active Lives Survey released by the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport.
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Frozen food is riding high on a wave of innovation and consumer demand, according to a panel of food and drink experts. They say the category which grew by nearly 12% in 2023/24, generating more than8 billion in grocery sales is no longer just for the budget-conscious but attracts shoppers looking for quality products […] If you want more informat
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today Tetra Pak and Keter have announced a new partnership with the launch of Cube Planters made out of recycled materials from used beverage cartons. Keter is a global leader in the manufacturing of Garden Storage and Furniture and, more widely, sustainable solutions for the home and garden, and the planters will be available to […] If you want mo
Retail Times
MAY 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Making banana bread was one of the few, joyful moments of lockdown. Its a familiar taste that evokes fond memories of lifes simple pleasures with its natural and nutritious sweetness and its popularity is showing no signs of slowing.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
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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