Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Fawkner Property has agreed to acquire Cairns Central from Lendlease-managed Australian Prime Property Fund Retail (APPF Retail) for about $390 million. The largest shopping centre in Far North Queensland, Cairns Central boasts 51,972sqm of gross lettable area and more than 180 tenants including Myer, Woolworths, Coles, Kmart, Target, and Event Cinemas. “With the strategic divestment of this asset, APPF Retail will be able to close out the remaining redemption requests in the fund, providi

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Design Middleeast

DECEMBER 13, 2023

North 51 Consulting, leading project management firm in the UAE announces the completion of its most recent project, a 4,682sqft. flagship store for iconic fashion designer Manish Malhotra at Dubai Mall’s Fashion Avenue. This transformational project demonstrates the designer’s global expansion goals while also demonstrating his dedication to craftsmanship and creativity.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Viva Energy has agreed to divest 25 Coles Express locations in South Australia to gain a green light from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) for its planned acquisition of OTR Group. OTR Group is a fuel and convenience retailer operating predominantly in South Australia while Viva Energy operates a fuel supply chain with retail sites across the country, including Coles Express convenience stores.

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Design Middleeast

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Janus Rostock, a multi-award-winning architect and urban designer, has returned to AECOM as the Vice President & Regional Director for Urbanism+Planning and Architecture+Interiors, AECOM in the Middle East and Africa, with the goal of further elevating the local architecture brand. With over 25 years’ architecture and urban design experience, Rostock’s unique Scandinavian design ethos and leadership style has transformed places and teams through his inclusive, engaging and human-centric desi

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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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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Woolworths will not face opposition from the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) to acquire a 55 per cent stake in Petstock – the country’s second-largest specialty pet retailer. The ACCC said that it accepted Petstock’s court-enforceable undertakings to divest several assets, which Woolworths supports, to address competition concerns.

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Dezeen

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Designer Rafael Prieto has lined tableware store in New York City with wallpaper made from photos taken in the south of France and antique furniture. Located at 181 Lafayette Street in SoHo, the Gohar World store showcases tableware products designed by sisters Laila and Nadia Gohar. The Gohar World store is lined with wallpaper created using designer Rafael Prieto's photos "Gohar World is a tableware universe that embraces tradition, time, craft, and humour," said the duo, who founded their bra

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The convergence of ancient and contemporary, the blend of leisurely and swift elements, and the integration of rich cultural heritage.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Australian brands appear to be in demand in global retail, attracting substantial interest from both domestic and international investors, who have splashed out huge dollar sums to acquire some of the country’s most successful businesses. In August, global private equity firm Advent International reportedly acquired a majority stake in designer dress label Zimmermann for over $1 billion, a first for any Australian fashion brand.

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Crafting a new store design for a brand synonymous with a classic style poses a unique challenge, specifically; how to.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Bedroom furniture supplier Emma Sleep and its subsidiaries are facing court proceedings for alleged misleading representations in the advertising of its products. The Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC) alleged the company “enticed” consumers to buy its products by offering misleading discounts or savings between June 15, 2020 and March 27, this year.

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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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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! American Express continues its UK growth momentum with further high-profile businesses from a range of sectors joining the network. Taken together, these merchant signings represent thousands of new places that now accept American Express Card payments.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

With Zara-owner Inditex and H&M set to disclose their most recent sales results, investors will be focused on one major question: how are the two fast-fashion pioneers responding to the current market leader, Shein? Shein has a huge valuation and is primed for an IPO. With sales almost entirely online, the retailer generated about US$23 billion in global revenue in 2022, according to research firm Coresight.

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Antonio Lanzillo is clear when it comes to his vision for Italian design brand, Damiano Latini: “My goal is to be at the forefront of international […] The post “Design to surprise” is Damiano Latini’s mission, says art director Antonio Lanzillo appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When consumers search for holiday content online and in stores, they are still more likely than not to encounter Christmas-themed movies, home decor and gifting items. But that is beginning to change, as American institutions increasingly embrace multicultural festivities. According to a report by global data and business intelligence platform Statista , retail sales over the 2023 holiday season are projected to be between $957.3 billion and $966.6 billion, a marked jump from $929.5 billion in r

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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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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Located in Hangzhou, the restaurant’s name is taken from the shape of the Cong, an ancient Chinese jade vessel which.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Mattel said on Wednesday it was planning to make a live-action feature film based on its “American Girl” doll line with Paramount Pictures and Temple Hill Entertainment, after the box-office success of its “Barbie” movie earlier this year. Shares of the toymaker rose marginally in extended trading after it also said Lindsey Anderson Beer, who wrote the Netflix film “Sierra Burgess is a Loser”, would write the screenplay and produce the film.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal, the ultra-premium agave spirit brand, is now available in the United Kingdom – marking the brand’s European expansion. Founded in 2020 by Chief Creative Officer Diego Osorio, with legendary athlete and cultural icon LeBron James, the products will be launching exclusively with Selfridges across its four stores and at sel

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Tech start-up Inkse had its launch this month with a mission to revolutionise the way Australian creatives approach fashion design and production. Founded by a rag trade veteran with over 40 years of experience and his tech expert son, Inske offers an end-to-end web platform that manages the entire fashion business process from product design to fulfilment, removing the traditional barriers to entry commonly associated with the fashion sector while creating opportunities for creatives of any ski

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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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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Metrocentre Gateshead has joined forces with Citizens Advice Gateshead on its 2023 Winter Warmer campaign, helping those who need it stay warm through the winter. A donation box is situated outside Marks & Spencer on the ground floor of the Green Mall from now until end March 2024, where customers are encouraged to donate items […] If you want

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

In my research , I have spent a good deal of time speaking with people from across the world about their relationship with sound and music – how it features in their everyday lives and how it influences their attitudes and behaviour. One of the most consistent findings is that, irrespective of culture or place, we are largely unaware of how what we hear affects how we think and act.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! With the festive season in full swing, new research from Clearpay, a leader in Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL), exploring gift giving and festive traditions has showcased how important traditions are for Brits this year – with 95% stating that they feel very protective over their family Christmas traditions, and 60% revealing it would cause a family [

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Health food and beverage retailer Delicia Franchising has been fined $11,100 after it admitted to breaking the Franchising Code, according to the Australian Competition & Consumer Commission (ACCC). The company admitted its failure to provide franchisees with a copy of its annual marketing fund financial statement for the financial year ending on June 30, 2022.

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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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Mindful Design

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Are you seeking effective ways to strengthen your business relationships, boost your branding, and deliver appreciative gestures all at once? Branded corporate presents are a powerful marketing tool that can do exactly that. However, you need the right gifts to make an impression and have an impact. Here are a few hints to help you […] The post Unforgettable Business Gifts – The Ultimate Guide to Branded Corporate Presents appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal, the ultra-premium agave spirit brand, is now available in the United Kingdom – marking the brand’s European expansion. Founded in 2020 by Chief Creative Officer Diego Osorio, with legendary athlete and cultural icon LeBron James, the products will be launching exclusively with Selfridges across its four stores and at sel

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Miami is a kaleidoscope of cultures and colors crashing into one city, with an electrified cushion of sun-kissed beaches and hectic pulsating nightlife. With its vibrant aspects, Miami has become a premier destination for all brand builders and trade showgoers alike. Miami is a bastion of multifaceted culture blending at the tip of the Florida coast.

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Bish

DECEMBER 13, 2023

When looking at an impressive retail display, one of your first thoughts is likely “How much did this cost to make?” The post Crafting Impactful Displays on a Budget appeared first on Bish Creative.

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Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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E Delevry

DECEMBER 13, 2023

The newly published DeliveryX Packaging 2023 report has highlighted that packaging has become the star of ecommerce purchases in online unboxing content. Unboxing is a growing trend which sees consumers record and publish the moment of taking new purchases from packaging. The majority of these videos are posted on Youtube, with social media platforms increasingly the home for such reveals.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! CommerceHub, one of the world’s leading commerce companies, today announced its new name Rithum™. The company’s next chapter is the culmination of several commerce companies, ChannelAdvisor, Dsco, and Cadeera coming together to power seamless shopping journeys for the world’s largest brands and retailers.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

With a crackdown on single-use face wipes imminent, Australian beauty brand Conserving Beauty has a patented solution for the industry’s waste problem. The personal care and beauty industry is estimated to produce 120 billion units of packaging every year, according to recycling company TerraCycle. The waste generated by the beauty industry is an ugly secret and it shows no signs of slowing down.

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