ALDI, part of the ALDI SÜD Group, a multinational reference in the Organized Retail sector, on the occasion of World Day against plastic bags, reaffirms its commitment to a more sustainable future, inviting customers and suppliers to participate. read more

The new urban distribution center Amazon Fresh, in Peschiera Borromeo, metropolitan city of Milan, has officially started operating. The facility will serve customers in Milan and surrounding areas who use Amazon Fresh, the same-day grocery delivery service. read more

The partnership between Carrefour and Shopopop continues, a collaborative delivery platform that relies on the availability of private individuals to make home deliveries. This system ensures customers a fast, flexible, and sustainable delivery service. read more

Supermarkets nationwide are experiencing a shortage of orange juice due to a combination of factors, including damage caused by cyclones on the East Coast and decreased yields from Brazil, the top orange producer in the world. Brazilian orchards have been impacted by drought and disease, leading to the reduced supply. read more

Mercadona (+0.9) and regional supermarkets (+0.6) are the chains leading the growth of the Spanish distribution sector in the first eight months of 2024. Behind them are other chains with smaller increases.

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The Carrefour Group aims to establish its presence in India through a strategic franchise partnership with the Apparel Group. The goal of this partnership is to initially introduce the brand in the northern region of India and eventually expand nationwide, with the first stores set to open in New Delhi in 2025. Thank you. read more

UK: Asda workers hold rally as equal pay case begins
Workers from Asda have organized a rally to coincide with the beginning of an equal pay lawsuit involving over 60,000 staff. The GMB union stated that the supermarket chain's mostly female retail employees are being paid up to £3.74 less per hour than their male counterparts. read more

ALDI consolidates its expansion in Spain after reaching the milestone of 450 supermarkets in the country. The company celebrates this strong achievement alongside significant growth in recent years, which has allowed it to establish itself as a relevant option for consumers. read more

Hort Innovation and Avocados Australia were awarded the prize for Marketing Campaign of the Year for the Australian Avocado Campaign 2023/24. The marketing campaign targeted seven different global markets and involved over 30 retail chains in the Asia-Pacific region and Middle East. read more

The supermarket chain Aldi has announced its largest ever package of annual investment to accelerate its expansion in the UK market. read more

The association offers agricultural businesses the creation of a comprehensive CO2 balance. Subsequently, AgroImpact supports businesses in determining specific measures and provides financial resources for project implementation, so that businesses can reduce their CO2 footprint. read more

The food retail sector (LEH) has significantly increased its number of promotional advertisements for conventional raspberries to 22 in the current running 36th week. Due to the progress of the season in Germany, raspberries from German cultivation are now only sporadically available. Imported raspberries. read more

The government's initiative to remove duties on imported onions and potatoes has not led to lower retail prices for these commodities in Bangladesh. Local onions are being sold for Tk 110-130 per kg, while imported onions, mainly from India, are priced between Tk 105-115 per kg. read more

In July 2024, a positive cyclical variation is estimated for retail sales, both in value (+0.5%) and in volume (+0.3%). There is an increase in both sales of food products (+0.5% in value and +0.4% in volume) and non-food products (+0.6% in value and +0.2% in volume). read more

Zoom Video Communications, Inc. (NASDAQ: ZM), in collaboration with Morning Consult, has released a study analyzing generational differences in brand loyalty and

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Consumers should anticipate encountering more and more "misshapen" fruits and vegetables in supermarkets. Climate change is altering the food market. "The increasing temperatures and weather patterns resulting from climate change and global warming are significant stressors for agriculture," Klaus Rauhaus explained. read more

In Melbourne, a resident shared a photo from Preston Woolworths, showcasing the heavy reliance on plastic packaging for fruits, raising concerns about its environmental impact. The person also raised doubts about the effectiveness of prohibiting single-use checkout bags when other products are still wrapped in plastic. read more

UK: Ulverston Co-op has been relaunched after undergoing a significant makeover. The Market Street store now features a fresh new look after a seven-week renovation project. The revamped Co-op now offers an in-store bakery and emphasizes fresh, chilled, and healthy produce. read more

However, trade logistics is undergoing a profound transformation, driven by technological advancements, evolving market demands, and an uncertain trading environment. The EHI study "Success Factors of Modern Trade Logistics" conducted for the first time, highlights this changing landscape. read more

Singapore: Giant to shut Toa Payoh supermarket in September, ninth closure in 2024

Supermarket chain Giant has announced that it will be closing its ninth store in Singapore by September 2024. This decision comes as the company faces stiff competition from online retailers and other grocery chains. The affected store is situated in Toa Payoh Lorong 4. read more