George at Asda launches brand new collaboration with Netflix
George at Asda has collaborated with Netflix, to offer fashion and lifestyle products for the whole family.
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Aldi introduces latest green technology to its delivery fleet
Aldi is trialling an all-electric refrigerated trailer as part of its efforts to reduce its carbon emissions.
Five ways to finance a new retail business
While starting a business may be an excellent idea, financing it can be a significant challenge. Before exploring your retail business financing options, you should know how much you need. When calculating your funding requirements, consider utilities and retail space
Tag Heuer opens new boutique in the heart of London’s iconic Covent Garden
TAG Heuer is delighted to announce the opening of a new standalone boutique in the vibrant surroundings of the iconic central London destination, Covent Garden. Echoing the modern spirit of TAG Heuer, the 82 square meter boutique features contemporary design
Hobbycraft celebrates Jubilee with launch of new products, workshops and free craft project inspiration
In celebration of the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee in June, Hobbycraft, the UK’s largest arts and craft retailer, has createda selection of new products, launchedonline and in-store workshops and released a series of free craft Jubilee themed projects on the Hobbycraft
Zapp Media Services helps brands engage a new generation of ‘want it now’ consumers
Zapp, the 24/7 convenience delivery app, today announced the launch of Zapp Media Services, a full-service advertising platform for supplier brands that combines the speed to market of quick commerce with industry leading reach and consumer insights.
Droitwich Spa is latest opening for Papa John’s multi-unit franchisee
Droitwich Spa is the latest store opening for Papa John’s multi-unit franchisee Atif Maroof Zar. A love of great pizza has united Atif with his brothers Umair Ramay and Amir Maroof who together now run ten Papa John’s including
Community Shop marks ninth store after opening its doors in Leicester
Award-winning social supermarket, Community Shop, has opened its ninth store, with hundreds of people coming together to celebrate the opening of the all-new social supermarket in Leicester.
Benefits of dash cam systems for commercial fleets
Did you know that 80% of car-truck accidents are passenger vehicles’ faults, but truck drivers are accused? Therefore fleet owners are increasingly investing in preventative measures to protect their company’s and their drivers’ reputations. Dashcam systems can be employed to
Why it works: American Golf tees up for growth success with digital tools
As we emerge from the pandemic, so to have the new hobbies and interests we discovered. Whether it’s a love for baking banana bread or taking up a new sport, we’ve all now got a desire to do more with
DIRTEA launches first UK functional mushroom pop-up cafe & shop at Selfridges
DIRTEA, a new range of powders and super blends which deliver the healing and transformative powers of mushrooms launches at Selfridges as part of ‘SUPERMARKET’, a four-week retail experiment which imagines an earth-conscious shop of the future, available to visit
Bulgari pioneers the concept of innovative flagship store on Tmall Luxury Pavilion
Italian jeweller Bulgari launched the "Bulgari Flagship Store" on Tmall Luxury Pavilion, becoming the first luxury brand to adopt the concept of innovative flagship store. This initiative is designed to provide customers with a new experience of luxury consumption in
Fragrance Direct unveils a new branded e-commerce platform and brand refresh
Online beauty retailer Fragrance Direct has revamped its website and unveiled a brand refresh to drive loyalty among value-seeking shoppers and cost-efficiencies in the business.
Sproutl curates capsule ranges for a new generation of gardeners
New research from Sproutl shows that 71% of people new to gardening say they find the hobby confusing.
Retail Economics: ASOS profits under pressure as stock availability plagues operations
Commenting on ASOS financial update, Richard Lim, CEO, Retail Economics, said: “It's clear that supply chain issues continue to plague the retailer who is putting on a brave face as they continue to battle ongoing challenges to the business. Although
AO Recycling receives RoSPA Gold award for health and safety achievements
Online electricals retailer, AO, has announced today that it has received an internationally recognised award for demonstrating high health and safety standards. The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA) Gold Award is the latest recognition for AO Recycling,
Jollyes sets date for Wrexham store opening and celebrates with ‘Pet Passion Show’
Jollyes, the nationwide pet retailer, today announced it would open its brand-new flagship store at Wrexham’s Border Retail Park on Saturday May 7, creating 10 jobs as part of a £1m investment in the borough.
Retailers turn-up the heat to stay competitive, price intelligence company finds
Price matching practices are becoming more exhaustive as retailers turn-up the heat on one another to stay ahead as the cost of living increases. An ever growing number of retailers are subscribing to Exhaustive Price Matching (EPM) – a new
Wayfair launches Dixie Daydream, a staycation destination like no other
Wayfair., one of the world’s largest destinations for the home, today unveils the brand new Dixie Daydream staycation retreat, in exclusive partnership with The Style Producers.
Iceland.co.uk launches a one penny sale on all vegetables to help customers enjoy Easter for less this year
To help shoppers enjoy Easter for a fraction of the price this year, all of Iceland’s fresh and frozen vegetables that are priced at £1 or under will be available for just 1p.
Joe Browns, the fashion and homewares retailer, unveils largest ever homewares collection
Joe Browns, the fashion and homewares retailer, announced today (11 April 2022) its largest ever homewares collection following a small trial capsule collection across 2021 and late 2020 that focussed primarily on bedding.
Blue Vanilla signs deal with home shopping retailer Ideal World to sell its womenswear range
Ideal World, the multi-channel home shopping channel and retailer, has signed a deal with London based fashion brand Blue Vanilla to sell its womenswear range across its TV, social and web platforms.
Finaro and Payrexx bring Samsung Pay to Switzerland with new partnership
Finaro, global cross-border payment provider and fully licensed bank empowering international commerce through brilliantly simple payments, has today announced a dynamic new partnership with Payrexx, the Swiss-based all-in-one cloud-based payment solution provider, to launch Samsung Pay for merchants in Switzerland.
Retail tech company The Restory expands global operations
The Restory, the leading provider in luxury aftercare, today announces its partnership with Brown Thomas and Arnotts, launching repair services in-store and online.
ACS calls on retailers to take part in the 2022 National Living Wage survey
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) is calling on retailers to take part in its annual National Living Wage Survey.
