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STRATEGIES AND EXPANSION PLANS OF RETAILERS

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Action opens first store in Portugal

The fastest growing discounter in Europe started 30 years ago in the Netherlands and today has over 2500 stores in 11 countries. The company secures over 60,000 jobs and employs staff from over 130 nations. The opening in Portugal is planned for February 2024.

VIA Outlet locations at a glance (left), Otto Ambagtsheer, CEO of VIA Outlets (right) /// credit: VIA

The Journey of the Outlet Sector Has Just Begun

The outlet channel performs well – whatever the economic environment. Otto Ambagtsheer, CEO of VIA Outlets, is convinced that the industry’s success story will continue. Therefore, VIA Outlets will not only focus on organic growth, but on further acquisitions as well, keeping an eye on the development from the ground up. He is also convinced that omnichannel is the right way forward for the outlet industry in the long term.

Festive Decoration at Allee-Center Leipzig, Germany (left), Thomas Mark, President of MK Illumination (right) /// credit: MK Illumination

Festive Lighting That Supports Long-term Sustainability Goals

Festive lighting and seasonal decorations remain key to creating the right ambience and attracting visitors during the holiday season. By collaborating with a sustainably-minded festive lighting supplier that offers creativity, innovation, and experience, centers can achieve two objectives: They can support internal sustainability targets and maintain their positions as vibrant community hubs.

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Paul Smith closes all stores in Germany

Inflation and consumer restraint following the pandemic made the company’s own bricks-and-mortar stores in prime locations such as Munich’s Luitpoldblock and Hamburg’s Hohe Bleichen increasingly unprofitable.

The Kaufland companies in Germany present their commitment to sustainability with the publication of their first sustainability report. /// credit: Kaufland

For more sustainability: Kaufland publishes its sustainability report

Kaufland’s companies in Germany are presenting their holistic commitment to sustainability in detail as part of the Green Week with the publication of their first sustainability report for the 2022 financial year (March 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023). The report provides information on the goals, measures and structures Kaufland has created in Germany. The focus is on shopping more consciously, conserving resources, protecting the climate and strengthening society.

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THE RETAIL AND HOTEL INDUSTRY - A LONG-LASTING LOVE STORY?
From fashion capitals selling luxury products to bustling marketplaces peddling local goods, the shopping available at certain destinations is a powerful draw for many tourists. Shopping and vacations have always been closely linked. In the same way, the retail and hotel asset classes have always been interdependent.
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