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Majestic, the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, have today revealed details of their new subscription model - ‘Wine Club’ by Majestic. The service upgrades the retailer’s previous ‘Wine Concierge’ proposition, which was launched in 2017 under Naked Wines management.
Laybuy, the leading responsible Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) provider, today launches an affiliate program which will allow customers to pay in six with Laybuy at hundreds of new brands, via the store directory available exclusively on the Laybuy app.
InPost, a leading out-of-home and eCommerce delivery company, has today announced its first commercial real estate partnership with The Derwent Group, as it continues its expansion in the UK.
Tastily (https://tastily.co.uk/), the fresh, pre-made meal subscription service, has teamed up with school children in London to create three new dishes for its menu as part of its ongoing partnership with Chefs In Schools (https://tastily.co.uk/content/tastily-chefs-in-schools), a charity that works with
Artificial Intelligence (AI) company Peak has raised a $75 million Series C funding round led by new investor SoftBank Vision Fund 2, with participation from all existing investors, including MMC Ventures, Oxx, Praetura Ventures, Arete and Octopus Ventures. This brings
Feefo, the leading customer reviews and insights platform has acquired Reevoo, the consumer reviews and feedback business. The two companies will merge to form a new enlarged organisation with the intention to provide clients with data driven insights across all
Latest data from retail intelligence experts Springboard reveals that footfall in UK retail destinations rose by +4.9% last week from the week before, with rises of +6.9% in high streets and +4.8% in shopping centres versus just +0.8% in retail parks.
ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has launched new guidance for the convenience sector to provide retailers with practical advice on how to support wellbeing for themselves and their colleagues.
Urban Edge Architecture (UEA) has won planning permission for a new 1800sq ft Burger King drive through unit and reconfiguration of the surrounding car park at the popular Centrepoint Retail Park in Aberdeen. Recognised as one of the UK's out-of-town
It may be months until Christmas but the predictions for tree decorating trends are in.
After experiencing significant growth over the past two years, nationwide pet retailer Jollyes is set to accelerate its growth plans, opening up to 20 new stores over the next 18 months, creating over 150 dream jobs for those wanting to work with animals.
Grosvenor Britain & Ireland has announced the opening of a new upsized Hamleys store at Liverpool ONE, following a recent interactive LEGO ‘Pop & Play’ event. Both launches form part of the destination’s ongoing programme of unique, family-friendly experiences.
NEOM, the fast-growing wellbeing brand that offers a unique range of innovative products to help customers sleep better, stress less, boost mood, and improve energy through its digital-first omnichannel strategy in the UK and internationally, is pleased to announce strong
VkusVill, Russia’s #1 health foods brand and a leading e-grocery player, has launched a new project offering delivery of hot meals. The service, called Sgoryacha, is now available via the VkusVill mobile app. Prepared food will be delivered in a
Two community food stores in Leicestershire where colleagues have been going above and beyond to support locals during these uncertain times have been given a fresh new look following investments totalling over £190,000.
The Fresh Market Inc (Fresh Market) is hiring across its over 150 supermarkets in the US. The company is defining new business processes for pricing optimization, implementation of experience-based initiatives, and develop plans for high-quality restaurant meal replacement kits. Job
Zalando, Europe’s leading online platform for fashion and lifestyle, is doubling down on the Designer category to establish the platform as a credible, fresh and inclusive partner for luxury and designer brands. From fashion-forward newcomers to established favorites, Zalando Designer
Online betting is gaining traction in Canada each year. As the industry expands to become a global business, there is a great need for customized merchant accounts. While no major Canadian bank is concerned with helping players use their personal
The UK’s leading independent country store, Millbry Hill, has become the latest top brand to harness the power of automating post-purchase operations using Brightpearl.
Customers shopping in Scotch & Soda clothing will have soon a much stronger chance of finding and purchasing the right trousers, skirt, jacket, or shirt thanks to the retailer’s new three-year partnership with leading RFID solutions provider Checkpoint Systems.
RiSE Food & Drink is launching coffee and English wine subscription boxes in the UK.
Frasers Group Plc will open its doors to FLANNELS Leicester, as the next-generation luxury retailer continues to disrupt the British retail landscape. FLANNELS aims to open a further 10 flagship stores over the next five years - a uniquely impressive
Bristol-based premium pork brand, The Jolly Hog, is to supply British Outdoor Bred Great Taste Award-Winning pork products to recipe box Gousto.
Scandi homewares brand and largest Danish retailer operating globally, JYSK, is expanding rapidly as it opens its 24th UK store in Leeds today. Following recent store openings in Bury and Stockport, the new Leeds store will offer JYSK’s infamous range
Sloane Stanley has announced the signing of luxury kitchen brand, Poggenpohl, for its new flagship store at 265-267 Fulham Road. Relocating from Pimlico Road, the German kitchen authority is set to launch as part of Sloane Stanley’s design community in
