Category Archives: Retail

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Lily Collins to Front Major Seasonal Campaigns as Zalando Strengthens Connection Between Personal Style and Digital Retail

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has appointed Lily Collins as its first-ever global brand ambassador in a year-long partnership spanning campaigns, curated fashion edits and appearances tied to major moments in the fashion calendar. Launching with the Spring/Summer 2026 campaign, the collaboration … Read the full press release

Sanofi Highlights New Evidence Showing Beyfortus Protection for Infants Extends Across Two RSV Seasons

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi reported new real-world evidence showing that immunization with Beyfortus can significantly reduce RSV-related hospitalizations not only during an infant’s first RSV season but also into the second year of life. The NIRSE-GAL study in Galicia, Spain, demonstrated … Read the full press release

IKEA Global Study Reveals How Screens, Space and Time Pressure Are Redefining Where and How People Eat

(IN BRIEF) A major new global study by IKEA, based on more than 31,000 respondents across 31 countries, reveals that traditional dining habits are shifting, with nearly one in five people now eating dinner on the sofa and fewer than … Read the full press release

Zalando and Leading Retailers Launch Unified HREDD Questionnaire and One Retail Hub to Streamline Supply Chain Due Diligence

(IN BRIEF) A group of leading European fashion retailers, together with Cascale and Fair Wear, has launched the Retailer Brand Due Diligence Questionnaire and One Retail Hub to streamline Human Rights and Environmental Due Diligence in apparel and footwear supply … Read the full press release

Sanofi’s Rilzabrutinib Receives Breakthrough and Orphan Designations for Warm Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia

(IN BRIEF) Sanofi has received Breakthrough Therapy designation from the U.S. FDA and orphan drug designation from Japan’s Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare for rilzabrutinib (Wayrilz) in warm autoimmune hemolytic anemia, based on data from the ongoing LUMINA 2 … Read the full press release

Co-op Extends Long-Standing Partnership with Buffaload to Strengthen UK Supply Chain Operations

(IN BRIEF) Cambridgeshire-based logistics provider Buffaload has secured a new five-year contract with Co-op, extending a partnership that has lasted over ten years and expanding its role to include the trunking of ambient goods from Co-op’s National Distribution Centre in … Read the full press release

Kering Expands Its Global Push for Responsible Jewelry with New Generation Award Edition

(IN BRIEF) Kering, in partnership with CIBJO and with scientific coordination from POLI.design — Politecnico di Milano, has launched the second edition of the Kering Generation Award X Jewelry to drive sustainability and innovation across the global jewelry industry under … Read the full press release

ELKO Expands Smart-Garden Portfolio by Bringing Segway Navimow’s 2026 Robotic Mower Range to Seven Markets

(IN BRIEF) ELKO Group has been appointed as an authorised distributor of Segway Navimow’s wire-free, AI-enabled robotic lawn mowers across seven countries in the Baltics and Central and Eastern Europe, expanding the brand’s retail reach through ELKO’s Massive Retailer Channel … Read the full press release

BESTSELLER Extends Its Collaboration with the Pakistan Accord to Advance Workplace Safety Standards in Textile Supply Chains

(IN BRIEF) BESTSELLER has renewed its agreement with the Pakistan Accord for Health and Safety in the Textile and Garment Industry, reaffirming its commitment to safe, responsible, and well-governed working conditions in one of its key sourcing countries. Operating under … Read the full press release

RWE Signs Five-Year Renewable Power Agreement to Supply Over 15 Percent of Lidl GB’s Electricity Demand

(IN BRIEF) RWE has signed a five-year Power Purchase Agreement with Lidl GB to supply 100 gigawatt hours of renewable electricity annually, covering just over 15 percent of the retailer’s national power demand in the United Kingdom, with the energy … Read the full press release

IKEA Talents 2025 Celebrates Global Creativity With Malaysian Team Taking Top Honour

(IN BRIEF) IKEA Talents 2025 brought co-workers from around the world to Älmhult, Sweden, for a global food competition aligned with IKEA’s Cooking & Eating focus, culminating in a win for Fatin Badrul Hisham and Nurul Fatihah Binti Rosli from … Read the full press release

M&S Reports Strong Early Demand for Made Without Wheat Gluten Free Colin the Caterpillar Following National Launch

(IN BRIEF) M&S has launched a Made Without Wheat Gluten Free version of its iconic Colin the Caterpillar cake, selling over 10,000 units in the first five days and rolling the product out to more than 400 stores nationwide. Developed … Read the full press release

Otto Group appoints digital retail expert Philipp Andrée to Executive Board for Brands and Retail

(IN BRIEF) Dr. Philipp Andrée will join the Otto Group Executive Board on 1 April as Member for Brands and Retail, succeeding Sergio Bucher, who will retire from the Executive Board but continue advising the Group as a Supervisory Board … Read the full press release

Barco introduces UniSee 500+ combining advanced LCD technology, lower power consumption, and enhanced ergonomics for control rooms and boardrooms

(IN BRIEF) Barco has introduced the UniSee 500+, a next-generation LCD video wall platform that significantly improves image quality while reducing power consumption by 25%, making it well suited for 24/7 control rooms, corporate boardrooms, and experience centers. Building on … Read the full press release

Volvo Construction Equipment Completes SEK 7 Billion Acquisition of Swecon and Integrates Retail Operations Across Northern Europe

(IN BRIEF) Volvo Construction Equipment has completed its acquisition of Swecon after receiving approval from the European Commission, taking over Swecon’s operations in Sweden, Germany, and the Baltic countries, including Entrack, in a deal valued at SEK 7 billion. The … Read the full press release

Co-operative Group Appoints Former Lidl UK CEO Ronny Gottschlich to Strengthen Board Leadership and Support Future Growth

(IN BRIEF) Co-operative Group has appointed Ronny Gottschlich as an Independent Non-Executive Director, adding significant international retail expertise to its Board. Formerly CEO of Lidl UK and a senior leader within the Schwarz Group, Gottschlich brings extensive experience in grocery … Read the full press release

Zalando Visionary Award 2026 Recognises INSTITUTION for Craftsmanship, Community Impact and Cultural Storytelling

(IN BRIEF) Zalando has awarded Milan-based brand INSTITUTION the Zalando Visionary Award 2026, recognising its social-artistic ethos, commitment to craftsmanship and dedication to preserving artisanal skills. Founded by Galib Gassanoff, the brand stood out among finalists KYLE HO and Milk … Read the full press release

New Barco and Scalable Collaboration Delivers Integrated Auto-Alignment Tool for High-Precision Immersive Environments

(IN BRIEF) Barco has launched a new camera-based auto-alignment software tool co-developed with Scalable Display Technologies to simplify and improve multi-projector calibration in immersive environments. Built on Scalable’s proven simulation-grade technology and fully integrated with Barco’s Pulse platform, the solution … Read the full press release

STARK Group Expands Digital Carbon Monitoring Tools to Finland to Support Climate Documentation in Construction

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group has launched a new digital carbon monitoring tool in Finland, expanding its Nordic climate data capabilities following earlier rollouts in Denmark, Sweden, and Norway. Designed to support professional builders and contractors, the tool provides access to … Read the full press release