TREK, the all-natural wholefood energy bar and flapjack range from Natural Balance Foods, is targeting men’s health and fitness titles as part of a sales-growth campaign kicking off in May and running throughout the summer. Natural Balance Foods is also
Sloane Stanley Estate has announced that luxury pewter specialist, Royal Selangor, has selected the King’s Road, Chelsea, to launch its first UK standalone store. Located adjacent to Designer’s Guild at 261 Kings Road, the 1,317sq ft store is due to open
After a number of large-scale malls were delivered to the European market in H2 2014, Russia has now broken France’s 43-year reign as Europe’s largest shopping centre market – according to new research from global property adviser Cushman & Wakefield. Accounting
Premium delicatessen pastry manufacturer Deli Santé, has launched two new Gaelic-inspired galettes (a traditional French filled puff pastry) – a Grilled Pepper, Tomato & Mozzarella Galette (750g) and Mushroom & Smoked Bacon Galette (750g) – demonstrating a commitment to innovating within
English Heritage is a range of practical cleaning and storage solutions from Bentley Brushware that is guaranteed to add a touch of style and panache to any spring cleaning range, while representing an iconic image of British home life, the
Tesco has reported a £6.4bn loss in the year to end February 2015 after announcing a massive write-down in the value of its stores. But leading retail analysts suggest the update is a reflection of the tough trading environment facing Tesco around
Independent convenience store chain Dynamic Retail has revealed ambitious plans to expand its existing portfolio of eight stores as part of a strategy to establish its Scotfresh fascia as a major player in the Scottish retail marketplace. Shaun Marwaha, managing director
British lifestyle brand Cath Kidston is taking its floral empire to the retail and leisure destination intu Trafford Centre. The fast expanding modern vintage brand will be positioned in a 2,100sq ft unit on the upper mall close to Selfridges,
Gü is now catering for solo-diners who fancy some indulgent me time with the launch of its new single serve puds. Rolling out in 650 Tesco Express stores nationwide from 20 April, the six strong range consists of the nation’s
Currys PC World recently released its spring technology campaign focused on ‘Tech for the life you dream of, and the one you live’, employing a series of viral films to support its broadcast and print advertisements. Taking on the concept of Tech Meets Life
Moki, a software provider enabling cost effective management, security and analytics throughout the lifecycle of customer facing devices, has announced that Clarks, the iconic British shoe manufacturer and retailer, has selected Moki Total Control to deliver contextual and relevant digital
One Stop Franchise has been announced as a finalist in the 2015 bfa HSBC Franchisor of the Year Awards, less than 15 months since it began its official roll-out. Supported by Express Newspapers, the Awards are the highest honours available within
Britain’s current E-Tailer of the Year, Gemporia, is launching its first high street product with retail giant House of Fraser. The previously online-only jewellery brand will be available in 20 stores as part of a first- phase roll out into
The continued hot weather over the past week has seen a significant shift in people’s buying habits across EAT’s 114 UK stores. Using Blue Yonder’s Forward Demand Software-as-a-Service solution has allowed EAT to better respond to a 30% demand increase for sandwiches,
Krispy Kreme UK has made its debut appearance in the prestigious Sunday Times BDO Profit Track 100, becoming the first food brand to appear within the top 20. The league table, published on 12 April, ranks Britain’s 100 private companies with the
British flavoured-water brand, Perfectly Clear, has developed an Orange flavour variant to add to its expanding range of still and sparkling bottled waters. The flavoured spring water brand, made and distributed by soft drinks manufacturer CBL Drinks, has experienced impressive
Poundworld has today announced the launch of its new online e-commerce brand – Poundworld Plus www.poundworldplus.co.uk that will enable the family-run discounter to sell its bargains EU wide. Launching today, Poundworld Plus will offer its customers over 4,000 products including favourite
In the wake of the new Cinderella film, Vileda, famous for its expertise in home cleaning, has developed enchanted mops as part of a new Happy Ever After promotion, launching in retailers across the UK this May. In addition, the
Easter confectionery sales were up strongly this year, according to data just released by IRI, the retail and FMCG market intelligence company. The figures from IRI’s Retail Advantage solution, which measures sales across all of the major grocery multiples, show that UK retailers
RELEX Solutions, Europe’s fastest growing provider of supply chain solutions and expertise, is appointing Marc Darling as sales manager in the UK. Darling brings considerable experience of retail-sector IT to his new role, joining RELEX from Tibco, a US headquartered
Tesco has confirmed that James Davis MW is to join the BWS team. Davis, who passed the Master of Wine Exam in 2013, will take up the role of category buying manager for wine when he starts at Tesco in
Droplet, the UK start-up that offers fee-free mobile payments to merchants and consumers, has announced a partnership with Adnams, the Suffolk brewer, distiller and retailer, to introduce mobile payments and reward loyal customers across its estate of businesses. Adnams, which
Retail Times has teamed up with ChannelAdvisor to help retailers grow their sales. In our latest collaboration, ChannelAdvisor lifts the lid on Pinterest as a vehicle for boosting online sales for retail brands. The ChannelAdvisor e-book highlights the reach of
Badger Ales is delighted to announce it will be the official beer partner to CarFest North and South 2015. Now in its fourth year, the sell-out family festival was launched by Chris Evans in 2012 and brings together incredible cars, live
Food & Wine retailer Booths has opened a store in Hale Barns, Cheshire, and welcomed 103 year old Lillian Barrow as its first customer. The 30,000sq ft Booths food store was officially opened by chairman Edwin Booth, who welcomed Booths most loyal customer,
