AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Seven Blakemore Retail SPAR stores signed up to the Worcestershire Homeless Appeal’s goods collection, supported by their area manager Donna Cooper.
Over the festive period, collection baskets were made available to customers and staff in these stores. The response from the local community was unbelievable, with an…
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CINCINNATI, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co.'s (NYSE: KR) Board of Directors today ( Jan. 13, 2017) declared a quarterly dividend of 12¢ per share to be paid on March 1, 2017 to shareholders of record as of the close of business on February 15, 2017.
Kroger has delivered double-digit compound growth in its…
CINCINNATI, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Jan. 12, 2017) announced that Mark S. Sutton has been elected to the Company's Board of Directors.
Mr. Sutton is chairman and chief executive officer of International Paper, a leading global producer of renewable fiber-based packaging, pulp and paper products. Prior to becoming CEO,…
CINCINNATI, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today (Jan. 11, 2017) announced that it was recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for its efforts around sustainable food management.
Kroger participated in the EPA's 2016 Food Recovery Challenge and was named Region 5 Winner in the Grocers category.
"Kroger is a proud…
Halle, Belgium, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Colruyt Group’s private label Boni Selection markets a new, innovative product: Appetit. It is an easy, nutritious meal drink made of oats and fruit, which offers people with a busy lifestyle an alternative for unhealthy snacks. Appetit is the result of our own research and product development,…
Zürich, Switzerland, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — 2016 erzielte die Migros-Gruppe mit insgesamt CHF 27.7 Mrd. Umsatz ein Wachstum von CHF 274 Mio. (+1.0%). Der Detailumsatz erhöhte sich teuerungsbereinigt bei einer durchschnittlichen Migros-Teuerung von -0.9% um 2.2% auf nominal CHF 23.3 Mrd. Die zehn Genossenschaften erreichten dank leicht höheren Kundenfrequenzen einen Umsatz von CHF 15.6…
Tesco announces the appointment of Alessandra Bellini as Chief Customer Officer
CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco is pleased to announce the appointment of Alessandra Bellini as Chief Customer Officer, from 1 March 2017. Alessandra will join the Executive Committee and the UK Leadership team.
Alessandra joins from Unilever where she has worked for…
More than 5,200 locations to offer free health screenings Jan. 14
BENTONVILLE, Ark., 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Losing weight is the number one New Year’s resolution for a majority of Americans, according to the Statistic Brain Research Institute, and by mid-January nearly 30 percent of those resolutions will be abandoned. To help customers and members get…
Sainsbury’s expects bumper sales of cold weather essentials as customers prepare for low temperatures, wind and snow
London, 2017-Jan-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s is expecting bumper sales of cold weather essentials over the next few days, as customers prepare for the forecasted low temperatures, wind and snow.
This week, Sainsbury’s is set to sell 7,000…
Austria, 2017-Jan-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Upper Austria donated €102,500 to well-known charity - Light in the Dark
For many years, SPAR Austria has been a valued partner of the Light in the Dark campaign. In 2016, SPAR Upper Austria once again supported this charity and donated a total of €102,500 for social projects.
SPAR…
Taiwan, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour Taiwan inaugurated SIGUREC, the first intelligent waste disposal stations in collaboration with Tainan city government in An Ping store on 3rd of January.
The set up of the convenient recycle station enable the citizens’ willingness and further reduce the waste. Carrefour, as one of Tainan citizens, is happy…
CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today (9 Jan 2017) launched ‘Food Love Stories brought to you by Tesco’, a new campaign which aims to set out the retailer’s food quality credentials and celebrate the passion and care that goes into the meals we all love.
The campaign will introduce food love…
CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tesco has today (9 Jan 2017) proposed changes to its distribution network in order to run its business more simply and in a way that best serves its customers.
These changes form part of a wider programme of transformation, which has been taking place over the last two…
MINI-MIGROS GEHT WEITER AUF TOUR
Zürich, Switzerland, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Im letzten August lancierte die Migros eine Spielfiliale: Auf über 100 Quadratmetern können Kinder zwischen 4 und 12 Jahren „Verkäuferlis“ spielen. Die Mini-Migros ist ein voller Erfolg, darum reist sie auch im Jahr 2017 durch die ganze Schweiz und wird in verschiedenen Einkaufszentren…
Migros: 3.82 MIO. FRANKEN FÜR BEDÜRFTIGE MENSCHEN IN DER SCHWEIZ
Zürich, Switzerland, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Auch dieses Jahr haben Migros-Kundinnen und -Kunden ein starkes Zeichen der Solidarität mit bedürftigen Menschen in der Schweiz gezeigt. Sie spendeten mit dem Kauf von Schokoladeherzen über 2,8 Millionen Franken. Die Migros hat den Spendenbetrag um eine Million erhöht…
Batavia, Ill, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — For many, the start of the year means a re-focus and commitment to healthier lifestyle habits. According to a recent survey, more than 56 percent of New Year’s resolutions are based around healthier eating, weight loss or fitness1 . These healthy hopefuls can now turn to an affordable…
Meijer Pharmacies remind customers that it’s never too late to get a flu shot
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer stores have experienced a 30 percent increase in cold and flu remedies being purchased over the counter at its pharmacies in recent weeks. According to Meijer pharmacists, this activity most likely indicates that…
FT. EDWARD, N.Y, 2017-Jan-11 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Golub Corporation cut the ribbon on its first “ground up” Market 32 in the State of New York today in Ft. Edward, giving local residents the opportunity to experience the chain’s contemporary new supermarket concept. Located at 354 Broadway, this redevelopment project reflects a Herculean collaborative…
Hungary, 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — The healthy eating trend is gaining popularity and to keep up with customer demand, SPAR Hungary has increased its range of organic and dietary-related products such as gluten and lactose-free foods. The new product groups have been given more space on the store shelves and are categorised by colour…
SpartanNash completes acquisition of certain assets of Caito Foods Service and Blue Ribbon Transport
Byron Center, MI, 2017-Jan-10 — /EPR Retail News/ — SpartanNash (NASDAQ: SPTN) today (Jan 9th, 2017) announced that it has completed the previously announced acquisition of certain assets of Caito Foods Service ("Caito") and Blue Ribbon Transport ("BRT"). Under the terms of the agreement, SpartanNash acquired Caito's produce distribution business, fresh cut fruits and vegetables…
La campaña Estrellas Solidarias de EROSKI supera los 100.000 euros recaudados
EROSKI ha organizado esta campaña en colaboración con el Comité Vasco de ACNUR, la Fundación Amigos de los Mayores y el Comité Español de UNICEF
Durante toda la campaña de Navidad, los consumidores han podido adquirir adornos solidarios en forma de estrella al…
Austria, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Former James Bond star, Pierce Brosnan, has extended his six year-long collaboration with SPAR Austria as the face of luxury own brand range, SPAR Premium.
The latest TV commercial featuring Brosnan was shot on a luxury yacht liner in Marina del Rey, Los Angeles, reflecting the glamour and gloss typical…
Halle, Belgium, 2017-Jan-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Colruyt Group is further expanding its already successful collaboration with the Food banks. Until recently, local collection of unsold food took place in 14 Colruyt stores, this number will now be increased to as many as 37 stores. Colruyt Group considers it a duty to limit food…
Budapest, Hungary, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Hungary has opened its first recruitment office, located at the SPAR Supermarket in Nyugati Square, one of Budapest’s three main railway terminals. As one of the largest employers in the country, SPAR decided to open the office in order to establish direct contact with jobseekers.
This is…
Abu Dhabi, UAE, 2017-Jan-05 — /EPR Retail News/ — LuLu Group has opened a new outlet in Qatar at Al Messila in Doha. The new hypermarket, located near Fariq bin Omran was inaugurated by the Chairman of Qatar Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Sheikh Khalifa bin Jassem bin Mohammed al-Thani. Prominent entrepreneurs of Qatar, Sheikh Khaled…
CHESHUNT, England, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — In accordance with Listing Rule 9.6.11, Tesco PLC today (3 Jan 2017) announces that Richard Cousins has decided to resign as a Non-Executive Director with immediate effect.
Deanna Oppenheimer will succeed Richard Cousins as Senior Independent Director with immediate effect.
John Allan, Chairman, said "On behalf of the Board,…
70th Carrefour Express store opens in Sao Paulo
Boulogne-Billancourt, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — Carrefour opens another convenience format branch on december 29th. The opening in Sao Paulo of the 70th Carrefour Express store reinforces the company’s investment in a sector that offers customers improved levels of flexibility and comfort in shopping, focusing on a…
Carrefour launches special shopping bag to support Small Change campaign
Boulogne-Billancourt, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — From 4 January through to 11 February 2017, Carrefour stores throughout France will be supporting the “Small Change” campaign to help improve the living conditions of sick children and teenagers in hospital. A special shopping bag, sold exclusively at…
Arlington, VA, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA), the national trade association representing the independent supermarket industry, today (Jan 3, 2017) announced the appointment of Elizabeth Crocker as Vice President and Executive Director for the NGA Research and Education Foundation (NGA Foundation).
“On behalf of NGA, we are thrilled to be expanding…
Animal welfare documentary film “At the Fork” available exclusively at select Whole Foods Market stores
Animal welfare documentary available exclusively in retailer’s stores and via iTunes and Amazon
AUSTIN, Texas, 2017-Jan-04 — /EPR Retail News/ — The animal welfare documentary film “At the Fork” is now available on DVD exclusively at select Whole Foods Market stores and on-demand…