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The UK's leading next day parcel delivery firm, DPD, has confirmed that it is to partner with the London EV Company (LEVC) for a series of road trials ahead of the launch of the company's new VN5 Electric Van later
Supermarket Aldi has been crowned Supermarket of the Year for the seventh year running, as well as Best Family Brand for second consecutive year at the industry-renowned Loved By Parents Awards, beating competition from Lidl.
The food and consumer goods supply chain has evolved dramatically in recent months, and in response IGD has enhanced its Supply Chain Analysis platform to provide business with the tools needed to thrive in the new environment. Informed by the
We Fight Fraud (WFF), the unique fraud prevention team, has warned businesses that the lockdown imposed as a result of the Coronavirus has resulted in a surge in attacks, which WFF believe to represent a rise of at least 25%
Whistl, the UKs largest delivery management company, has launched a trial in three locations of a new delivery service for low volume e-tailers who cannot access competitive parcel pricing due to their low volumes.
Ethical British bedmaker, Hypnos, is celebrating after receiving the prestigious Queen’s Award for Enterprise in Sustainable Development for its pioneering commitment to sustainable and ethical manufacturing. This respected achievement is the second Queen’s Award for the company after they won
Frugi has been awarded two Queen’s Awards for Enterprise. The Queen’s Awards for Enterprise recognise and encourage outstanding achievements. Frugi has been recognised with awards for both Sustainable Development and International Trade and is one of only four companies to
Major figures from the worlds of retail, marketing and behavioural science will join academics this week to discuss consumer behaviour during the COVID-19 crisis, as well as offer insights into how shopping habits may change once the pandemic is over.
RetailEXPO, Europe’s largest retail trade show, will bring together retail professionals digitally in an exciting new virtual conference format, with two days of insight, inspiration and innovation from the UK’s most progressive retailers and tech leaders, delivered via online sessions.
Leading parcel delivery firm DPD has helped turn a palliative care nurse's idea into a nationwide initiative to provide much needed welfare and treat packs for patients and NHS staff.
To celebrate its new Research Helper service designed to deliver insight in just a three-day turnaround, UX and behavioural research consultancy, SimpleUsability, is offering one UK startup business the chance to win a research package worth over £5,000.
Two weeks in to the coronavirus crisis, Lisa Morales-Hellebo and Brian Aoaeh, founders of The Worldwide Supply Chain Federation (#TWSCF), knew they had to help. “The shortage of personal protective equipment (PPE) and ventilators was staggering; not to mention the
FX and international payments specialist, moneycorp, has announced a year-long partnership with Walpole, the official sector body for luxury in the UK. The partnership will see moneycorp mentoring 12 British brands selected to join Walpole’s Brands of Tomorrow programme. The
Hermes, the consumer delivery specialist, has increased the number of lockers available for its customers to use to return or send items as part of its drive for contactless delivery and to support social distancing.
In response to the Coronavirus crisis, Bis Henderson Group, the ‘talent-to-solutions’ supply chain services company, is ensuring the wellbeing of all its employees by taking the precautionary steps recommended by the government, including remote working for all its consultants and
The 2020 Barclaycard everywoman in Retail Awards are now open for nominations, looking to showcase the success stories of women transforming the industry.
Ginsters of Cornwall took home a staggering five awards at the 12th British Pie Awards, an annual event which champions Britain’s best pie makers and baking talent.
The international courier expert ParcelHero has studied the impact of the new coronavirus on retail supply chains worldwide. It reveals its ten steps to mitigate the effect of Covid-19 on international trade and logistics.
International market leader in the bakery sector, St Pierre Groupe, has secured its place in the 11th annual Sunday Times HSBC International Track 200. This is the fourth year that the company has been listed within this prestigious ranking. St
The FMCG sector will come together once again to hear from the biggest names across the supply chain at this year’s IGD Live: the meeting place for professionals in UK food and CPG to Learn, Connect and Grow.
200 Degrees Cardiff has been shortlisted for ‘Café of the Year’ in the prestigious 2020 Cardiff Life Awards.
Appear Here, a leading marketplace for short-term retail space announces the launch of its Space for Ideas competition and is looking for a new generation of ideas to define a new decade. Space for Ideas challenges entrepreneurs, emerging brands and
Outdoor favourite Hi Gear were amongst winners of the 2020 Owner Satisfaction Awards announced at this year’s annual Camping and Caravanning Club industry dinner.
The Fragrance Shop, the UK’s largest independent fragrance retailer, is delighted to announce it has won the prestigious Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award, following five years of winning the Feefo’s Gold Trusted Service Award.
Retail professionals from eBay, O2, Sainsbury’s, Halfords, Nandos and Depop are among the big brand speakers at IRX (InternetRetailingExpo), the UK’s no. 1 digital retail show taking place on 1 and 2 April 2020 at the NEC, Birmingham.
