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The F&B sector has changed significantly in recent years, not only in terms of the size of the market, but also in the variety and quality of the offering. As rents continue to rise in Europe, space previously dominated by fashion retailers is now being occupied by trendy gastronomic restaurants. People have evolved from collecting “things” to collecting “experiences”, and shopping centers have adapted to this change by improving and expanding their gastronomic offerings. Food and beverage (F&B) will play an even more crucial role in the success of retail real estate.

VIA Outlets officially opened the 4,000 sq m extension to its Sevilla Fashion Outlet yesterday, culminating a 30-million-euro project to modernize and evolve the center since its acquisition in 2016. With the recent extension, a 17-million-euro investment that includes a spectacular glass-covered gallery, Sevilla Fashion Outlet now offers 20,000 sq m of prime commercial space.

Following the establishment of a branch in Basel, plans for a market entry in Switzerland are intensifying, for which the former Head of Real Estate at Denner, Alexandre Du Pasquier, is responsible.

Ingka Centres is set to launch its newest Hej!Workstation coworking space in its Avion Shopping Park in Bratislava, a smaller version of the already successful and thriving Hej!Workshop concept. Opening its doors on November 2nd, the space in Bratislava’s Avion will open on the 1st floor, offering workplaces that can be booked for free.

Technology will shape the shopping malls of the future, making them more efficient, customer-focused, and sustainable. David Fuller-Watts, CEO of Mallcomm, explains.

ACROSS DISCUSS – the new video discussion format from ACROSS. According to the motto “from insiders for insiders,” we examine the top topics in the industry in exciting, entertaining discussion settings.

At EuroCIS, The Leading Trade Fair for Retail Technology, numerous companies will once again be presenting solutions and products with which retailers can shape and secure their future, true to the motto “Go beyond today”. Detailed solutions for merchandise & supply chain management, POS software and hardware, HR, robotics, security & loss prevention, cash management and pricing will be on offer.