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STRATEGIES AND EXPANSION PLANS OF RETAILERS

Interior of the nerwly opened Dolce&Gabbana boutique at Covent Garden. /// credit: Aver PR

DOLCE&GABBANA OPENS FIRST-EVER BEAUTY BOUTIQUE IN COVENT GARDEN

Dolce&Gabbana has opened a first-of-its-kind combined beauty and accessories store in London’s Covent Garden. Situated in the historic Market Building, the opening marks Dolce&Gabbana’s return to Covent Garden following the success of its Christmas pop-up on the Piazza in 2022.

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Data Sharing = Data Caring?

In today’s digital age, with AI advancing at an unstoppable pace, consumers are becoming increasingly aware of both the incredible power and the significant risks of sharing their data with businesses. As a global leader in CRM and loyalty solutions, Ben Chesser has seen, firsthand, the profound impact data sharing can have – not only on businesses but on customers as well.

Elke Moebius, Director EuroCIS at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH (left), EuroCIS 2024 (right). /// credit: Messe Düsseldorf, C. Tillmann

EuroCIS 2025: The Most Important Trends And Innovations For The Retail Sector

EuroCIS 2025 in Düsseldorf promises pioneering innovations for the retail sector under the motto “Go Beyond Today”. The focus will be on topics such as artificial intelligence, smart stores and cybersecurity in order to make the retail sector safer and more efficient. Visitors can look forward to the latest technologies, exciting presentations and international exhibitors. In an interview, Elke Moebius, Director EuroCis at Messe Düsseldorf GmbH, provides exciting insights into the focal points of this year’s event.

VPS technology in use at Singapore's Changi Airport. /// credit: HyperIn

HyperIn: Asia Leads the Way in AR Wayfinding

Across Asia, Visual Positioning System (VPS) technology utilizing augmented reality (AR) wayfinding is transforming how people navigate complex commercial spaces. From shopping malls and airports to mixed-use developments, digital navigation is evolving beyond static maps—offering real-time, interactive experiences through mobile devices.

ALEXA Berlin center. /// credit: Sierra Germany

In 2024, ALEXA Berlin Confirmed Its Leading Position In The German Retail Market And Plans To Further Sharpen Its Profile As A Trend Center

The ALEXA shopping and leisure center in Berlin-Mitte can look back on an extremely positive 2024. The center, which is owned by Union Investment and managed by Sonae Sierra, was able to further expand its position as one of the most attractive retail locations in Germany with 17 new leases and 18 lease extensions and was named Germany’s best inner-city center. Further optimizations are planned for 2025.

CEO PERSPECTIVES 2025 – When the Tenant Thrives, the Asset Flies
What will it take in 2025 for an asset to take off? For this special, we asked leading figures in the European retail real estate sector what they see as the most significant current challenges, as well as the solutions needed, for retail assets not just to survive but to prosper.
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