Category Archives: Retail

Retail Press Releases & News distributed via EuropaWire

Zalando Unveils ZEOS: The Operating System for Multi-Channel Fashion Retail in Europe

(IN BRIEF) Zalando, a fashion e-commerce giant, has introduced ZEOS (Zalando E-commerce Operating System), a comprehensive platform designed to revolutionize multi-channel fashion and lifestyle retail in Europe. ZEOS aims to empower fashion brands and retailers to efficiently manage their multi-channel … Read the full press release

NatWest Group Launches Click to Pay, Revolutionizing Online Shopping for UK Customers

NatWest Survey: UK Regional Business Activity Slows in July 2023, Employment Holds Steady while Inflation Trends Vary

(IN BRIEF) NatWest Group has become the first UK bank to introduce Click to Pay for all its customers with a Mastercard debit card. This digital wallet simplifies online shopping by allowing users to securely store multiple payment cards in … Read the full press release

Google Cloud and Unilever Launch ‘My Unilever’ App to Digitally Connect Factory-Based Employees Worldwide

(IN BRIEF) Google Cloud and Unilever have jointly launched the “My Unilever” app, designed to digitally connect Unilever’s factory-based employees globally. The app, built on Google Cloud and delivered in partnership with Accenture, provides factory-based colleagues with secure access to … Read the full press release

DHL Group Completes Acquisition of Turkish Parcel Delivery Company MNG Kargo, Boosting E-commerce Logistics

(IN BRIEF) DHL Group has successfully finalized its acquisition of MNG Kargo Yurtiçi ve Yurtdışı Taşımacılık A.Ş. (MNG Kargo) and its subsidiaries, following approvals from the Turkish Competition Authority and the Turkish Information and Communications Technologies Authority. MNG Kargo, a … Read the full press release

ELKO Receives Accolades as Best Retail Partner and Customer Service Distributor in 2023 CONTEXT ChannelWatch Survey

(IN BRIEF) ELKO, a prominent player in the technology distribution industry, has earned recognition as the “Best Retail Partner” and the “Best Customer Service Distributor” in the 2023 CONTEXT ChannelWatch survey, a widely-respected online IT reseller survey known for its … Read the full press release

Dunelm Continues 5-Year Tradition of Supporting Loughborough University Students

(IN BRIEF) For the fifth consecutive year, Dunelm has supplied Loughborough University with custom Dunelm starter packs for students in need, featuring bedding and kitchen essentials. These packs aim to ensure a smooth transition to university life by providing students … Read the full press release

ORLEN Expands Retail Network in Slovakia, Focuses on Alternative Fuels and Electric Mobility

(IN BRIEF) ORLEN, a prominent energy company, has nearly doubled its retail network in Slovakia this year, with all 90 stations now operating under the ORLEN brand. Following this successful rebranding, ORLEN plans to enhance its non-fuel product offerings and … Read the full press release

EBRD Invests €15 Million in PHH Group to Boost E-commerce Expansion in the Baltic States

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) is investing €15 million in PHH Group, a leading e-commerce platform in the Baltic states. This investment aims to support the expansion of PHH Group’s logistical capacity and cross-border fulfillment … Read the full press release

DHL eCommerce Expands Europe’s Largest Access Point Network, Reaching 100,000 Points

(IN BRIEF) DHL eCommerce has marked a significant achievement by inaugurating its 100,000th access point in Warsaw, Poland, creating the largest and most densely distributed network across Europe. These access points, including parcel shops and lockers, enable customers to conveniently … Read the full press release

BBVA Innovates Online Access with Bizum Service, Revolutionizing Customer Interaction

(IN BRIEF) BBVA, the first bank in Spain to do so, has launched a new Bizum service that allows its customers to conveniently register and log in at online retailers and service providers. This feature streamlines the registration and access … Read the full press release

Stradivarius Set to Make Debut in Germany’s ECE Shopping Center at Milaneo Stuttgart, Expanding Inditex’s Presence

(IN BRIEF) Inditex’s fashion brand, Stradivarius, is set to debut in Germany at the ECE shopping center, Milaneo Stuttgart. The leasing contract has been signed, and the store is scheduled to open in November 2023, marking the brand’s first-ever store … Read the full press release

Georg Jensen to Open Flagship Store on London’s Bond Street in 2023

(IN BRIEF) Georg Jensen, a Danish jewellery designer, is set to open a new flagship store at 108 Bond Street by the end of 2023. The three-story store will cover approximately 5,000 sq ft and showcase the brand’s designer jewellery, … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto’s ‘Offers’ In-Car App Expands to Eight Markets, Bringing Discounts and Convenience to Drivers

(IN BRIEF) Škoda Auto has extended its ‘Offers’ in-car infotainment app to eight markets, offering over 100 discounted products and services accessible from the user’s vehicle. The app is compatible with Škoda vehicles equipped with the latest-generation Amundsen and Columbus … Read the full press release

Aviva Strengthens Retail Insurance Business with Acquisition of Barclays Home Insurance Portfolio

(IN BRIEF) Aviva, the leading home insurer in the UK, has entered into an agreement with Barclays UK to acquire its home insurance portfolio, which consists of 350,000 customers. The acquisition will support Aviva’s growth in the retail insurance business … Read the full press release

M&S Launches Industry-First Braille Gift Card and Greeting Cards for Inclusive Shopping Experience

(IN BRIEF) M&S (Marks & Spencer) has launched a braille gift card, a first-of-its-kind in the industry, in consultation with the Royal National Institute of Blind People (RNIB). The gift card features an embossed outer sleeve with a ‘Happy Birthday’ … Read the full press release

LEGO and Warner Bros. Discovery Launch LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank Set

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group and Warner Bros. Discovery have unveiled the LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank set, the newest addition to the LEGO Harry Potter product range. The set features a highly detailed representation of the bank from … Read the full press release

Barclays Encourages Over 65s to Tap into Online Marketplaces and Clear Clutter, Unlocking Potential £700 Boost

(IN BRIEF) Barclays has conducted research revealing that over 65s in the UK could potentially earn nearly £700 by selling unwanted items online. However, despite having an average of 18 items they would like to sell, only a quarter of … Read the full press release

UK Card Spending Shows Growth in June, but Concerns Remain Over Inflation and Shrinkflation

(IN BRIEF) Consumer card spending in the UK showed a year-on-year growth of 5.4% in June, driven by warm weather and increased socializing at pubs and bars. Spending on groceries surged by 9.5%, although shoppers remain concerned about “shrinkflation” and … Read the full press release

Neste Partners with Biofuel Express to Expand Distribution of Neste MY Renewable Diesel in Denmark

(IN BRIEF) Renewable fuel company Neste has formed a partnership with Biofuel Express to expand the distribution of Neste MY Renewable Diesel™ in Denmark. Biofuel Express will be responsible for distributing and selling the renewable diesel fuel, while Neste will … Read the full press release

Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter Revolutionize Duty-Free Shopping with Expanded Digital Partnership

(IN BRIEF) Lagardère Travel Retail and Inflyter have announced an expanded partnership to revolutionize the Duty-Free shopping experience. The collaboration aims to digitalize the shopping process for travelers, allowing them to browse and purchase items before their journey begins. The … Read the full press release