Customers on the Isle of Lewis will enjoy grocery home delivery for the first time
Cheshunt, England, 2014-1-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Thousands of people living in the Western Isles of Scotland will be able to have their grocery shopping delivered to their homes for the first time, as Tesco launches its dotcom service on the…
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Paris, France, 2014-1-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour spreads its presence in China with 2 new stores.
January 8th, Carrefour China opened its 237th hypermarket - Anqing Huamas Carrefour.The store has a 8 270 square meter sales area and 35 cashiers, as well as a car park with the space for 400 cars.
January 13th, Carrefour China opened its…
Local food bank “earns” 132,510 pounds of food through social media campaign
Milwaukee, WI, US, 2014-1-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — In an effort to build upon its philanthropic efforts in Wisconsin and ease the toll the holidays take on food banks, Midwest retailer Meijer today donated two semi-trucks and trailers full of food to Feeding America Eastern…
King of Prussia, PA, US, 2014-1-21 — /EPR Retail News/ — On Monday, January 27, popular neighborhood food-and-drink spot The Pub at Wegmans in King of Prussia, PA (1 Village Drive, 484-690-3560) will debut an enticing New Menu of market-fresh fare, including salads, sandwiches, composed entrees and beer, wine and cocktails chosen specifically to complement the food. They will also add their latest collaboration with…
Matthews, NC, US, 2014-1-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) (“Kroger”) and Harris Teeter Supermarkets, Inc. (NYSE: HTSI) (“Harris Teeter”) announced that the Federal Trade Commission today granted early termination of the waiting period under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976 (“HSR”) with respect to the pending merger transaction between the two companies.
The early termination of the HSR…
Store will employ approximately 250 new team members
Minneapolis, MN, US, 2014-1-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Target is pleased to announce plans to open a new store in North Brunswick, N.J., in October 2014. The store will be located in the new development called Main Street North Brunswick, and the entrance to the center is at Route…
Store will employ approximately 150 new team members
Minneapolis, MN, US, 2014-1-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — Target is pleased to announce plans to open a new store in Liberty Township, Ohio, in October 2014. The store will be located at 10600 Sawmill Parkway as part of the new shopping center The Shoppes at Wedgewood. To date,…
Krasnodar, Russia, 2014-1-20 — /EPR Retail News/ — OJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest retailer (the “Company”, the “Issuer”, MICEX and LSE: MGNT), announces the acquisition of shares by the entity which is under the Issuer’s control.
Full company name and address: joint-stock company “Tander”
185, Levanevskogo street, Krasnodar, Russia
Taxpayer Id Number: 2310031475
Principal State Registration Number: 1022301598549
Object of acquisition: voting shares of…
Jakarta, Indonesia, 2014-1-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — PT Matahari Putra Prima Tbk (“MPPA”) reports a healthy total store sales increase for 2013 of 16.2%. (unaudited)
MPPA's added 19 new Hypermarts, 3 new Foodmart and 16 new Boston Health & Beauty in 2013. Total square meters added was 96,140.
At the end of 2013 MPPA operated 99 Hypermart,…
Manila, Philippines, 2014-1-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Cares and the Autism Society of the Philippines (ASP) will kick off the 18th Autism Consciousness Week with the Angels Walk for Autism on January 19, 2014, at the MOA Arena from 8 a.m. until 12 noon. SM Cares, the mall-based division of SM Foundation implements corporate…
Bologna, Italia, 2014-1-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Anche nel 2013 Conad si conferma leader nell’investimento pubblicitario, con una quota che è circa quattro volte quella di mercato (fonte: Guida Nielsen Largo Consumo). La notorietà dell’insegna è in crescita costante ed è ormai prossima al leader di mercato.
Lo scorso anno l’investimento in comunicazione è ammontato a 35 milioni…
LAKELAND, Fla., US, 2014-1-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the 17th consecutive year, Publix has been honored as one of FORTUNE magazine’s “100 Best Companies to Work For.” Publix was ranked No. 75 on this year’s list — up from No. 77 last year — and was one of only 13 companies to have made the…
Stellarton, NS, Canada, 2014-1-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Empire Company Limited today announced the continued streamlining of its organizational structure to further reflect its transition to an operationally-focused grocery retailer with related real estate interests. This follows the October 2013 announcement appointing Marc Poulin as the CEO of both Empire Company Limited and Sobeys Inc.
Paul…
Coles customers can donate funds at all Coles supermarket checkouts across WA from today
Coles will match customer donations dollar-for-dollar
Hawthorn East, Victoria, Australia, 2014-1-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Coles customers in Western Australia can directly support The Lord Mayor’s Distress Relief Fund in helping people affected by the Parkerville fire by donating from today at any Coles…
Company Donates 3 Truckloads of Bottled Water for Community Distribution
Columbus, OH, US, 2014-1-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Big Lots (NYSE: BIG) is providing bottled water to residents in the Charleston, West Virginia, area after a chemical spill. The ban on drinking tap water affected approximately 300,000 residents in a nine-county area.
“We understand the health concerns…
Phoenix, ARIZ., US, 2014-1-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) today presented its Sidney R. Rabb Award to Neil Golub, Price Chopper Supermarkets’ executive chairman of the board, for his statesmanship and community service. Golub received FMI’s highest honor at the Midwinter Executive Conference.
Golub is a recognized humanitarian and public servant in…
Bologna, Italy, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Il 2013 ha chiuso con la grande distribuzione in sofferenza: per la prima volta si è registrato un calo delle vendite sia a valore sia a volume (-1,3 per cento in iper e supermercati, comprese le nuove aperture. Fonte: Guida Nielsen Largo Consumo).
Diminuisce il potere di acquisto degli italiani, che…
With the relaunch of Sainsbury’s basics in full swing the retailer launches a major new campaign tonight to highlight not only the great value of the range but also its ethical credentials.
London, UK, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — The campaign, which launches during Coronation Street on ITV1, will start with a 30 second spot highlighting…
1.1% sales growth (adjusted for currency effects and portfolio changes), like-for-like sales almost on prior year’s level
Further like-for-like sales trend improvements at METRO Cash & Carry against FY 2012/13 (pro-forma)
Both Egyptian MAKRO Cash & Carry stores were closed down
Düsseldorf, Germany, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Preliminary METRO GROUP sales in Q1 2013/14, adjusted for currency effects…
Paris, France, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour is continuing with its drive to increase its numbers of convenience stores with the opening of its 500th Carrefour city in Le Plessis-Robinson (south-west Paris) on Wednesday 8 January.
Carrefour city – a store format designed for urban customers who need more services and longer opening hours
Since 2009, Carrefour city…
Carrefour is playing a part in commemorations to mark the 50th anniversary of diplomatic relations between France and China: events get under way on 27 January in Paris and Beijing, and will then continue throughout the year through various initiatives held in both countries.
Paris, France, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — 27 January 2014 is the anniversary of…
Krasnodar, Russia, 2014-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — OJSC “Magnit”, Russia’s largest retailer (the “Company”, the “Issuer”, MCX:MGNT and LON:MGNT), announces the acquisition of shares by the entity which is under the Issuer’s control.
Full company name and address: joint-stock company “Tander”
185, Levanevskogo street, Krasnodar, Russia
Taxpayer Id Number: 2310031475
Principal State Registration Number: 1022301598549
Object of acquisition: voting shares of the…
Dallas, TX, US, 2014-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — While many better-for-you menus tout items below 500, 400 and 300 calories, 7-Eleven, Inc. breaks the 200-calorie barrier with its new Egg White Breakfast Sandwich. Not only is the calorie count low, the price is too – just $1.99.
The new breakfast sandwich stacks fluffy egg whites, lean Canadian…
The Menomonee Falls store uses a CO2 refrigeration system
Milwaukee, WI, US, 2014-1-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Roundy’s, Inc. (“Roundy’s”) (NYSE: RNDY), a leading grocer in the Midwest, is introducing new features and a continuous carbon dioxide refrigerant system in its newest Pick ‘n Save location in Menomonee Falls. The sustainable store will open its doors…
Increase in H1N1 virus has Centers for Disease Control urging all to get vaccinated
Milwaukee, WI, US, 2014-1-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — As the CDC warns that peak flu season is approaching, Roundy’s stores – Pick ‘n Save, Copps, Rainbow, Metro Market and Mariano’s – have administered 33 percent more vaccinations than last year and…
Company extends credit monitoring and identity theft protection to all guests
Minneapolis, MN, US, 2014-1-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Target today announced updates on its continuing investigation into the recent data breach and its expected fourth quarter financial performance. As part of Target’s ongoing forensic investigation, it has been determined that certain guest information -- separate from…
Schenectady, NY, US, 2014-1-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — Price Chopper Supermarkets is issuing a recall on Central Market Classics Chocolate Ice Cream, UPC number 4173507233. The product may contain strawberries. The product is safe for consumption for those not allergic to strawberries.
The ice cream was sold beginning December 15, 2013.
Products should be returned to…
Makro UK has slashed the prices of some of its top-selling ranges, to offer customers even better savings with the following Manager’s Specials*:
• Dolce Gusto Coffee Pods in 8 Styles - £3.69 per pack
• Jack Daniels 1ltr – was £25.28 now £18.99
• Dolce Gusto Coffee Machines – RRP £89.99 NOW £20
Available while stocks last…
Tesco Real Food has set up a unique Christmas dinner SOS helpline to rescue Brits from kitchen disasters as they prepare their festive feasts.
The supermarket has pulled together a crack team of expert chefs who will be on hand to offer personalised first rate advice on how to create the perfect Christmas dinner and avoid any…
The festive season is officially here and The Co-operative Magazine is bringing its readers a great selection of features, articles, ‘how to...’ guides and much more – all to make sure your December and Christmas goes smoothly and most importantly is fun for everyone!
The highlights of this issue include: ‘Fill Your Stockings’, ‘Dress to Impress’,…