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Daily Archives: October 5, 2017

Retailers and distributors recognized by the Certified Angus Beef® brand for their leadership

NASHVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — As consumer demand for great-tasting beef continues to grow, retailers play an important role in satisfying their needs. Retailers and distributors were recognized by the Certified Angus Beef ® brand for their leadership in product quality, marketing and sales at the group’s annual conference in Nashville on Sept. 27-29. Brand…

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Carrefour Belgium takes part in the Retail Clean-up Days on Friday 6 and Saturday 7 October

Belgium, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the second year in a row, Carrefour Belgium is getting its employees involved in an environmental cause. Staff at Carrefour Hypermarkets and Carrefour Market stores will be taking part in the Retail Clean-up Days. Armed with bin bags, they will go and pick up rubbish lying on the roads within…

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Alexa and Echo now available in India; will launch in Japan later this year

The Alexa Skills Kit and Alexa Voice Service also now available for developers in India Amazon also announced this week that Alexa and Echo are coming to Japan this year SEATTLE, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Oct. 4, 2017) announced that Alexa and Echo are now available by invitation in India, and that they are coming…

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Amazon announces premiere of all six Fearless episodes exclusively on Prime Video

All six episodes of the legal thriller, starring BAFTA award winners Helen McCrory and Michael Gambon, will premiere exclusively on AmazonPrime Video in the US on Friday, October 27 SEATTLE, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Amazon today (Oct. 3, 2017) announced it has added Fearless to its lineup of original dramatic series, and will premiere all six episodes exclusively on Prime Video…

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Sainsbury’s identifies the biggest foodie trend this autumn – perfectly seared steak adorned with edible gold leaf!

Sainsbury’s identifies the biggest foodie trend this autumn – perfectly seared steak adorned with edible gold leaf!   Pair new restaurant quality steak and opulent edible gold leaf to achieve the most ‘Insta-worthy’ date night, in the comfort of your own home     London, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Steak night will never be the same again!…

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Clare Waight Keller debuts her first Givenchy collection

Clare Waight Keller debuts her first Givenchy collection   Paris, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Sunday, October 1st Clare Waight Keller presented her first collection since joining Givenchy, opening a new chapter for the Maison inspired by transformation and seduction. Her debut silhouettes paid tribute to Givenchy codes and the power of duality. Julianne Moore, Pedro Almodovar,…

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The John Lewis Partnership names Chris Harris as Group Property Director

London, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — The John Lewis Partnership has appointed Chris Harris as Group Property Director. Chris moves from Arcadia where he is Group Property and Procurement Director and member of the Board. Chris has spent his career in the property sector. He started as a surveyor at Chestertons, before moving into retail property…

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Waitrose extends the trial of its ‘Cook Well’ healthy recipe box with new dishes, options and extra delivery day

London, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Waitrose is extending the trial of its 'Cook Well from Waitrose' healthy recipe box service with the addition of 60 new dishes, an extra delivery day on Mondays and the option to choose a four person/family box. The retailer's chefs and nutritionists have worked together to develop easy to…

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British Land announces departure of Chief Financial Officer Lucinda Bell

London, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — British Land announces that Lucinda Bell, Chief Financial Officer, has informed the Board of her intention to stand down from the Board and leave the Company on 4 April 2018. Lucinda was appointed to the Board in March 2011, becoming Chief Financial Officer in May 2011. The Company…

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CVS Health in-store fundraising campaign raised $4 million for recovery efforts in Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico

WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Health (NYSE: CVS) today (October 4, 2017) announced that its customers and colleagues donated nearly $4 million to support the Florida, Texas and Puerto Rico communities that were devastated by recent hurricanes, during a 10-day in-store fundraising campaign. The company also announced that it will donate more than $6 million of critical products and supplies…

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CVS Pharmacy introduces new ScriptPath Prescription Schedule for patients who manage multiple prescription medications

CVS Pharmacy introduces new ScriptPath Prescription Schedule for patients who manage multiple prescription medications   WOONSOCKET, R.I., 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — CVS Pharmacy, the retail division of CVS Health (NYSE: CVS), today (Oct. 4, 2017) introduced its new ScriptPath Prescription Schedule for retail pharmacy patients who manage multiple prescription medications. The ScriptPath Prescription Schedule features…

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TXT Retail becomes TXT Retail, an Aptos Company

Acquisition Extends Aptos’ Singular Commerce Platform With TXT Retail’s Best-of-Breed Merchandise Lifecycle Management Suite, Expands Aptos’ Customer Base to 60+ Countries ATLANTA, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Aptos, Inc., a recognized market leader in retail technology solutions, today (Oct. 3, 2017) announced it has completed its acquisition of TXT Retail, the leading global provider of end-to-end merchandise…

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Inditex and IndustriALL Global Union celebrate the tenth anniversary of their Global Framework Agreement

Pablo Isla and Valter Sanches went over the key milestones and future challenges of this pioneering initiative in the global garment industry marking their joint effort to enhance working conditions in the garment industry The Chairman and CEO of Inditex, Pablo Isla, underscored the fact that looking forward, the Global Framework Agreement will continue…

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Stanley Black & Decker announces inclusion in the Dow Jones Sustainability Index, North America for the seventh consecutive year

NEW BRITAIN, Conn., 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) has been selected as a component of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index (DJSI) for North America for the seventh consecutive year. Stanley Black & Decker's overall score placed the company in the 86th percentile of the DJSI, up from 83rd last year. "At Stanley Black & Decker, we…

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DDR provides further update on the impact of Hurricane Maria in Puerto Rico

CLEVELAND, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — DDR Corp. (NYSE: DDR) provided a further update today (Oct 04, 2017) on its process of providing assistance and support to its personnel in Puerto Rico as well as assessing damage from Hurricane Maria to its assets in Puerto Rico. "We have now been in contact with all of our team members…

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NACS appoints Brandon Kramer as marketing manager

​ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Brandon Kramer has joined NACS as a marketing manager, where he will be jointly responsible for the ongoing evolution and development of marketing vision and strategy for NACS membership, products and services, and events, including one of the nation’s top 40 tradeshows, the NACS Show. Kramer comes to…

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Brewgooder to supply craft beer in 100 of the Co-op’s stores

MANCHESTER, UK, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — An ambition to turn craft beer into clean drinking water for One Million people facing water poverty has taken a further step forward for an Edinburgh-based social enterprise who have secured a listing with the Co-op. Brewgooder, which donates 100% of its profits to water charities, has secured a…

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Ahold Delhaize to divest the Albert Heijn Groenplaats location in Antwerp, Belgium

Zaandam, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold Delhaize announces today (October 4, 2017) that it has reached agreement with Retail Partners Colruyt Group (RPCG), for their Spar banner, to divest the Albert Heijn Groenplaats location in Antwerp, Belgium. This deal represents the final sale in the mandatory store divestment program in Belgium following the…

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TAI FOONG USA recalls Royal Asia Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup that may contain undeclared egg

TAI FOONG USA recalls Royal Asia Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup that may contain undeclared egg < Seattle, WA, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — TAI FOONG USA of Seattle, WA is recalling Royal Asia Shrimp Wonton Noodle Soup, because it may contain undeclared egg.  People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to egg or egg products…

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Sid Wainer & Son® voluntarily recalls Jansal Valley® brand Dried Chili De Arbol Peppers due to undeclared peanuts

Sid Wainer & Son® voluntarily recalls Jansal Valley® brand Dried Chili De Arbol Peppers due to undeclared peanuts   New Bedford, MA, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sid Wainer & Son® of New Bedford, MA is voluntarily recalling Jansal Valley® brand Dried Chili De Arbol Peppers because it does not have the proper allergens identified, being peanuts. People who have…

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Wegmans Food Markets announces leadership team for its new Medford store, scheduled to open on Sunday, Nov. 5

Wegmans Hiring Offices in Medford and Natick Will Offer Open Interviews During Select Wednesdays in October MEDFORD, MA, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets today (October 04, 2017) announced the local leadership team managing its new Medford store, which opens Sunday, Nov. 5 at Meadow Glen on the north side of Mystic…

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KappAhl to release full year result 2016/2017 on Thursday 12 October

Mölndal, Sweden, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — A presentation of the report will be held for analysts, the media and investors on the same day at 09:00 (CET) at Helio T-House Engelbrektsplan 1 in Stockholm. The report will be presented by Danny Feltmann, President and CEO, and Anders Düring, CFO. Please announce participation for the…

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BESTSELLER launches new female brand POSTYR

BRANDE, Denmark, 2017-Oct-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the new female brand POSTYR, BESTSELLER wants to extend its large range of well-established commercial brands with an upgraded fashion brand in the premium segment. In-stead of focusing on a specific age group, POSTYR wants to offer styles with a certain personality and quality. Brand Manager Gitte…

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