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Monthly Archives: October 2016

#LuLuSaveWaterChallenge announces winners

Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2016-Oct-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Going in sync with UAE’s vision towards a sustainable environment, LuLu Group International had combined forces with the ADDC to bring forth awareness towards conserving water through the #LuLuSaveWaterChallenge in March, 2016. The campaign aimed at creating awareness and guiding the residents of Abu Dhabi in conserving water…

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SSP wins contract to operate eight food and beverage concessions at Phuket International Airport

SSP wins contract to operate eight food and beverage concessions at Phuket International Airport   LONDON, 2016-Oct-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP Group plc, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, has consolidated its position in the Thai market with a number of new contract wins. At Phuket International Airport, SSP has been…

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MIGROS HEGI FEIERT 5. GEBURTSTAG

MIGROS HEGI FEIERT 5. GEBURTSTAG   Gossau, Switzerland, 2016-Oct-27 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vom 3. bis 5. November 2016 feiert die Migros Hegi ihr 5-Jahr-Jubiläum. Kundinnen und Kunden profitieren von verschiedenen attraktiven Angeboten. Seit fünf Jahren darf das 16-köpfige Team der Migros Hegi die Kundschaft willkommen heissen. Der Supermarkt bietet ein breites Sortiment für den Tages- und Wocheneinkauf.…

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Metro launches online grocery shopping with guaranteed freshness promise

Montréal, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Metro now offers consumers the opportunity to do their grocery shopping online with a guaranteed freshness promise. Implementation begins today in two Metro Plus stores in Montreal and one in Laval, reaching consumers in the greater Montreal area. To guarantee freshness, employees dedicated to online grocery shopping were trained to…

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Make it POSsible this Diwali, Justransact Tells Businesses!

Chennai, India, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Posiflex, the leading Point of Sale technology products makers from Taiwan, in collaboration with JusTransact.com, an e-commerce arm of Millennium India, which deals with POS technology products for Indian retail businesses, today introduced festival offer for end-customers on its flagship and award winning MT 4008 series Tablet…

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SPAR named best supermarket chain in Nigeria at the African Quality Achievement Awards

Lagos, Nigeria, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — At the African Quality Achievement Awards (AQAA) held recently in Lagos, SPAR was named best supermarket chain in Nigeria. The award was given in recognition of SPAR’s quality standards and relentless service in offering Nigerians the best products at the best prices. The Award ceremony, which took place…

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SPAR Croatia opens first INTERSPAR Hypermarket in the shopping centre of Pula, Istria

Istria, Croatia, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Croatia was overwhelmed with consumer reactions at the opening of the first INTERSPAR Hypermarket in Istria, based in the shopping centre of Pula. “We are really delighted that investor MID Grupation entered into this co-operation, supporting us with the opening of the first INTERSPAR Hypermarket in Istria in…

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Staples Easy System pilot program launches new cognitive-enabled “Easy Button” office supply reordering system

Staples Easy System pilot program launches new cognitive-enabled “Easy Button” office supply reordering system   FRAMINGHAM, Mass, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Staples (NASDAQ: SPLS) announced today that it has reached the next phase of its Staples Easy System pilot program, unveiling the new cognitive-enabled “Easy Button” office supply reordering system which integrates IBM’s Watson technology to…

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USDA FSIS: Crider Inc. recalls canned Organic Roasted Chicken Breast that may be contaminated with foreign materials

WASHINGTON, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Crider Inc., a Stillmore, Ga., establishment, is recalling approximately 5,610 pounds of canned Organic Roasted Chicken Breast that may be contaminated with foreign materials the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today (Oct. 25, 2016). The cans of Wild Planet Organic Roasted Chicken Breast…

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50 finalists for the MAPIC Awards 2016 announced

Paris, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — The jury chaired by Tom Meager, Group Director of Property, Primark and composed of recognized trade and commercial real estate professionals, has unveiled the list of 50 finalists for the MAPIC Awards 2016. Organised by Reed MIDEM, MAPIC – the International Retail Property Market – will be held in Cannes…

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JAPAN: Rakuten Card offers easy, fast and secure way to make mobile payments with Apple Pay

Tokyo, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rakuten Card Co., Ltd. today (October 25, 2016) brings its customers Apple Pay, an easy, fast and secure way to make mobile payments that is private and convenient with iPhone 7, iPhone 7 Plus and Apple Watch Series 2 throughout their day, including in transit, stores, apps and on the…

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ascena retail group’s Co-Founder and Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors Elliot S. Jaffe to retire

MAHWAH, N.J., 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — ascena retail group, inc. (NASDAQ:ASNA) (the “Company” or “ascena”) announced today (Oct. 25, 2016) that Elliot S. Jaffe, the Company’s Co-Founder and Non-Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors, notified the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”) on October 19, 2016 of his intention not to stand for…

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L.L.Bean to open new store in New York in spring 2017

Freeport, ME, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Internationally recognized outdoor retailer L.L.Bean, best known for its L.L.Bean Boots, everyday free shipping and 100% satisfaction guarantee, is set to expand its retail operation with the opening of its fifth New York store, scheduled to open in the spring of 2017. The L.L.Bean store will be located at…

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Coach, Inc. to hold 1Q financial results conference call on November 1, 2016

NEW YORK, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Tuesday, November 1, 2016 at 8:30 a.m. (ET), Coach, Inc. (NYSE:COH) (SEHK:6388) will hold a conference call to discuss the company’s first quarter results and strategic initiatives, which will be reported via press release earlier that morning. To listen to the call, please dial: 1-888-405-2080 or 1-210-795-9977 and…

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GPSMAP 276Cx: Garmin upgrades the classic 276C GPS navigator

GPSMAP 276Cx: Garmin upgrades the classic 276C GPS navigator   OLATHE, Kan, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), today (October 4, 2016) announced the GPSMAP 276Cx, an upgraded reinvention of the classic 276C. Since its launch in 2004, the 276C has proven to be a versatile GPS navigator…

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CommerceHub to release its 3Q 2016 financial results on November 7, 2016

ALBANY, N.Y., 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — CommerceHub (NASDAQ:CHUBA) (NASDAQ:CHUBK) ("CommerceHub" or the "Company"), a leading distributed commerce network for retailers and brands, today (Oct. 24, 2016) announced that it will issue its financial results for the three months ended September 30, 2016 after the market close on Monday, November 7, 2016. On the same day, CommerceHub will…

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Carolina Panthers’ guard Trai Turner and Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich

carolina-panthers-guard-trai-turner-and-harris-teeter-to-debut-his-personally-designed-signature-sub-sandwich   Matthews, N.C., 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Date: Tuesday, October 25, 2016 Time: 1 – 2 p.m. Where: Morrocroft Village Harris Teeter -6701 Morrison Boulevard, Charlotte, N.C. 28211 Interviews are available.  Live shots are welcomed! Tuesday, October 25, Carolina Panthers’ guard Trai Turner will team up with Harris Teeter to debut his personally designed signature sub sandwich which is guaranteed to…

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New World encourages customers to be more environmentally friendly with new reward scheme

New World stores in the North Island are taking the lead in an attempt to reduce the number of plastic bags used at checkout.  Auckland, New Zealand, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — From Monday the 24th of October North Island New World customers will receive 5 cents off their shop for each reusable bag used…

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MPPA receives APTI-III-2016 award as one of the 150 Best Public Listed Companies in Indonesia 2016

Lippo Village, Tangerang, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — PT Matahari Putra Prima Tbk (MPPA), a multi-format modern retailer in Indonesia, which operates Hypermart, SmartClub, Foodmart, Boston Health & Beauty and FMX, today (October 25, 2016) announced that the Company has received the "Anugerah Indonesia TBK Company -III- 2016 (APTI-III-2016) - Top 150 Best Public Listed…

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Albert Heijn helpt Nederland aan de beste pannen

Albert Heijn helpt Nederland aan de beste pannen   Zaandam, Netherlands, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Een goede pan is het halve werk... Vanaf vandaag tot en met 12 februari 2017 start Albert Heijn daarom een nieuwe spaaractie, dit keer voor pannen van Villeroy & Boch. Er kan gespaard worden voor negen verschillende chefwaardige pannen, waarmee verse…

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BESTSELLER seeks new colleagues for its Business Intelligence Department

In BESTSELLER, Business Intelligence is a crucial tool that continuously impacts how the business is run. Right now, BESTSELLER is looking for new colleagues for our Business Intelligence Department. BRANDE, Denmark, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Fashion is an ever-changing industry where customer preferences change along with burgeoning and fading trends. Add to that a…

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Whole Foods Market to host Poverty is Unnecessary Day to mark Whole Planet Foundation’s 11th anniversary

AUSTIN, Texas, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Oct. 25, Whole Foods Market will host Poverty is Unnecessary Day to commemorate Whole Planet Foundation’s 11th anniversary and celebrate the nonprofit’s work to alleviate poverty worldwide through microcredit. Select Whole Foods Market stores will host events, supplier donor product demos and will give away prizes via…

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Apple and Nike to release Apple Watch Nike+ on Friday, October 28

Cupertino, California and Beaverton, Oregon, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Apple and Nike today (OCTOBER 24, 2016) announced Apple Watch Nike+ will be available on Friday, October 28. Apple Watch Nike+ combines all of the unique features of Apple Watch Series 2 with the new Nike+ Run Club app for unrivaled motivation to go for a…

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Krispy Kreme Doughnuts announces Shaquille O’Neal as new franchise owner and as its global spokesperson

WINSTON-SALEM, N.C., 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — Krispy Kreme Doughnuts today (October 24, 2016) announced that basketball Hall-of-Famer and sports and entertainment superstar Shaquille O’Neal has become an owner in the brand’s prestigious downtown Atlanta location. He also is the brand’s new global spokesperson. O’Neal is a lifelong Krispy Kreme fan and has taken ownership…

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NACS Foundation recognized 11 college students with $3,000 scholarship

ATLANTA, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) recognized 11 college students who were selected as recipients of a $3,000 scholarship through the NACS Scholarship Program—one of three signature programs supported by the NACS Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization. The students were nominated by a company official for their academic…

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NACS releases 2016 “Ideas 2 Go” video; now available for purchase online

ATLANTA, 2016-Oct-26 — /EPR Retail News/ — The fast-paced “Ideas 2 Go” program showcases emerging concepts that redefine convenience—as well as quick takeaways that retailers could easily implement at their own stores. Since 1994, “Ideas 2 Go” has provided a fast-paced video tour of some of the most interesting, creative and potentially profitable ideas in…

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NACS: ​Aloha Petroleum, Ricker Oil Company and Core-Mark commits to the Partnership for a Healthier America

ATLANTA, GA., 2016-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (October 20, 2016), convenience store chains Aloha Petroleum, operators of Aloha Island Marts, and Ricker Oil Company, operators of Ricker’s convenience stores, and Core-Mark, a leading national food and beverage distributor, announced commitments to the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) at the NACS Show in…

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NACS elects its 2016–17 Executive Committee; Rahim Budhwani named new chairman

ATLANTA, 2016-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Association of Convenience Stores (NACS) announced the election of its 2016–17 Executive Committee during its Board of Directors meeting at the NACS Show in Atlanta. Rahim Budhwani, CEO at Hoover, Alabama-based 6040 LLC, was named the association's chairman; he also chairs the NACS Executive Committee, which provides…

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Charlotte, NC becomes the first city for CarMax Home Delivery

RICHMOND, Va., 2016-Oct-25 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation’s largest retailer of used cars, today (Oct. 20, 2016) announced it is launching a test of Home Delivery in Charlotte, North Carolina, bringing the company’s hallmark exceptional customer experience to local customers’ front doors. Charlotte is the first city for CarMax Home Delivery,…

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