Walmart Chile workers' union launches strike after talks fail
Walmart Chile's workers union launched a strike on Wednesday, days after negotiations for a new collective bargaining agreement failed, the union said in a statement. The National Federation of Walmart Workers had warned of the strike action last week, saying the local branch of retail giant Walmart "had not been negotiating since the start of the process".
Source: reuters.com
US: Lidl to celebrate grand opening of new store in Fresh Meadows, New York
Lidl US has announced that it will open its newest store on Wednesday, July 31st in Queens County, New York. The store is located at 187-04 Horace Harding Expy, in Fresh Meadows.
Source: mediacenter.lidl.com
US: NRF releases 2024 list of Top 100 Retailers
The National Retail Federation released its annual list of the Top 100 Retailers, compiled by Kantar, a global marketing data, insight and consultancy company. The 2024 Top 100 Retailers ranks the industry's largest companies according to domestic sales.
Source: nrf.com
US: Walmart turns attention to high-tech perishable distribution centers
Walmart announced enhancements to its supply chain, sharing details about its high-tech perishable distribution centers. In an article posted on the company website, Dave Guggina, EVP of supply chain operations at Walmart U.S., said that the improvements represent the retailer's next steps in its supply chain modernization.
Source: progressivegrocer.com
US: ALDI to open 7 new stores in July
July grand openings are planned for the following locations: July 11: 7992 Sunwood Drive NW, Ramsey, Minnesota; 2235 U.S. Highway 411 South, Maryville, Tennessee. July 18: 9978 York Road, Cockeysville, Maryland; 4087 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, Ohio. July 25: 737 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland; 1270 North Telegraph Road, Monroe, Michigan; 4344 Mormon Coulee Road, La Crosse, Wisconsin.
Source: progressivegrocer.com
Costco hikes membership fee for the first time since 2017
Costco is hiking its annual membership fees in the U.S. and Canada by $5, and raising the cost of its higher-tier membership by $10. It is the first increase since 2017. Costco relies on the fees to keep prices low as it competes with rivals such as Sam's Club and BJ's.
Source: cnbc.com
UK: NHS worker lands dream job as Aldi's Crisp TasterNHS worker George Critchley (38) from Sheffield has beaten hundreds of hopeful applicants to become Aldi's first ever Crisp Taster. Self-confessed potato snack fanatic George will receive a selection of Aldi's crisps in exchange for reporting back his thoughts to the supermarket's buying team. Using a set of specific judging criteria, George's expert feedback will help guide the future range.
Source: aldipresscentre.co.uk
Belgium: Revamped Okay Boutersem to reopen as a sustainable local supermarket on 12 July
On Friday 12 July, Okay Boutersem reopens its doors after undergoing a thorough facelift. "In the freshmart, the wide aisles ensure a pleasant shopping experience. It's easy to choose from our ample offer of fruit and vegetables, dairy, meat, cold cuts, fish and ready-made meals, all tasty and fresh like you are used to at Okay", store manager Manon Buelens explains.
Source: press.colruytgroup.com
Holland: Ochama launches "ochama 1h delivery", strengthening commitment to timeliness
Ochama announced the launch of "ochama 1h delivery", underscoring the company's dedication to providing swift and reliable shopping experiences that meet the evolving needs of its customers. The new service provides free one-hour delivery for selected products across most of Amsterdam, setting it apart as the only complimentary service of its kind in the Netherlands.
Source: jdcorporateblog.com
Discounter Pepco's quarterly sales fall as supply chain disruption weighs
European discount retailer Pepco Group reported a worse-than-expected 4.3% fall in third-quarter underlying revenue, which it said partly reflected a delay in summer stock hitting store shelves due to shipping issues in the Red Sea. The group said it still expected 2023/24 underlying earnings before interest, tax, depreciation and amortisation (EBITDA) of about 900mln euros ($975.15mln), up from 753mln euros in 2022/23.
Source: reuters.com
Fruit juices Capri-Sun seek new partner
Capri-Sun's owner Hans-Peter Wild is looking for a buyer who wants a minority stake in the company. The Swiss billionaire is now in his eighties and is preparing his succession.
Source: retaildetail.eu
UK: Morrisons becomes first supermarket to partner with The Institute For Agriculture and Horticulture
Morrisons has announced at the Great Yorkshire Show its collaboration with The Institute for Agriculture and Horticulture (TIAH) to support its farmers on the journey to net zero. As the biggest direct customer of UK agriculture, Morrisons will trial TIAH's digital platform, part-funded by DEFRA, to help address the skills gaps in agriculture.
Source: morrisons-corporate.com
Germany: Aldi Süd tests click&collect for online groceries
At two locations near the headquarters in Mülheim, and at a supermarket in Düsseldorf, customers will be able to collect orders they have ordered via online platform Mein Aldi from 15 July. Deliveries are made by electric vans from a specially equipped dark store, Lebensmittel Zeitung reports.
Source: retaildetail.eu
UK: Nisa opens 50th Express store
The 50th Nisa Express store has been opened on the Trident petrol forecourt in Ottershaw. The store transitioned to Nisa in October last year before undergoing a full refurbishment more recently. The Express proposition provides a fascia option and store format for smaller stores up to 1,000 sq. ft.
Source: kamcity.com
Co-op and British farmers join forces to boost sustainability on Britain's farms
Co-op has unveiled plans to support its British farmers to adopt sustainable farming practices to boost sustainability and address future environmental issues.
Source: co-operative.coop
'Kelp' yourself to Scottish Seaweed Crisps at Asda this summer
Wick-based SHORE The Scottish Seaweed Co. (SHORE) has partnered with Asda to launch all four flavours of its locally harvested seaweed crisps, making a splash into Asda Scotland stores this summer.
Source: corporate.asda.com