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Plaace — Understand Your Area In A Better Way

Plaace is a rapidly growing Norwegian tech startup aiming to create vibrant streets and cities with a platform fuelled by state-of-the-art analytics and newly available data sources to enable smarter decisions for every actor involved in the retail sector.

Mario Schwann, General Manager of Designer Outlet Parndorf. /// credit: McArthurGlen Designer Outlet Parndorf/Martin Zeman

Designer Outlet Parndorf Shows Strong Summer Performance

For Designer Outlet Parndorf, the first six months of the year were already a success story, and the 160 or so popular luxury, designer and sports stores, long opening hours until sunset and the gastronomic offerings once again brought numerous customers to the center during the summer months, shared the designer outlet in a recent press release.

Food court design at CCA. /// credit: umdasch The Store Makers

umdasch To Design New Food Court At City Center Amstetten

The City Center Amstetten shopping center is planning a new food court area that will offer even greater culinary variety. umdasch The Store Makers, the Amstetten-based shopfitting and design expert, is responsible for the concept of the new food court.

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„Entertainment, Shopping, F&B — Rethinking Brick-and-Mortar Retail by increasing the Shop Floor Experience“ /// ACROSS RETAIL TALK: Sept. 25th, 2024, 4pm (CET), Online/Zoom

The next ACROSS Retail Talk “Rethinking Brick-and-Mortar Retail by increasing the Shop Floor Experience” will discuss how retailers and shopping center managements can inspire and retain customers by offering true retail experiences. Join us to learn about expert insights from top professionals in the industry.

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Ten Of The Coolest Stores In Europe

The General Store, an Australian consulting agency, presented the 50 coolest stores in the world at the World Retail Congress in Paris. According to the consulting agency, the so-called coolness factor is of great importance at the moment: in addition to design, service, and impressive experiences, creativity, cult status, and commercial viability were decisive factors in the evaluation.

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GfK study: European retail in 2023 and 2024

Consumers in Europe continue to be affected by various crises. After inflation peaked in 2022, 2023 was characterized by an adjustment to the increased cost of living. Additionally, the multiple global crises and the loss of purchasing power caused uncertainty, which led to concerns and a change in consumer behavior.

Sebastian Guth (left), Managing Director of 21Media, and Charlotte Andersen, Marketing Director at Rødovre Centrum in Copenhagen, Denmark. /// credit: 21Media, Charlotte Andersen

Marketing expert discussion: “We want to create asset value together.”

Marketing is under pressure: While customer behavior is constantly changing, new channels are continually being added, and budgets tend to shrink, marketing managers need to be more innovative than ever. Diamonds are created under pressure, but pressure also causes errors. Across brought together two European marketing experts, Sebastian Guth (Managing Director of 21Media) and Charlotte Andersen (Marketing Director at Rødovre Centrum), to discuss the role of marketing, error culture, shrinking budgets, and working with landlords.

The new Bally flagship in New York.

Escada owner takes over Bally

The Swiss fashion company Bally has a new owner. A subsidiary of the investment company Regent has taken over Bally International A.G., which belongs to JAB Holding, the investment banking company announced on Thursday.

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Savills: Significant Growth For Europe´s Food And Grocery Market Ahead

According to Savills research „European Grocery Market 2024“ the European grocery sector has a positive growth outlook for the coming years. Improving consumer confidence, inflation slowly returning to target rates and a forecasted rise in retail sales bode well for consumers, retailers and investors alike. In Europe, the highest growth in retail sales in 2025 is expected in the Czech Republic and Belgium, with a 6% increase anticipated in both countries.

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Aydee — Make Your Products Smart And Priceless

Aydee is a pioneer in the realm of “smart labeling” who offers a Digital Product Passport solution for luxury brands. By integrating digital labels into a variety of products, the solution offers instant access to essential information about authenticity, traceability, and sustainability.

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RegioPlan: How Much Investment Should Go Into Leisure?

In recent years, leisure expenditures and household income in Austria have changed significantly. Leisure activities like dining out and entertainment have gained considerable importance in the retail and real estate sector as well.

Will Odwarka is the Founder and CEO of Dubai-based firm Heartatwork Hospitality Consulting. /// credit: Will Odwarka, ACROSS

Will´s F&B Insights: The Demystification Of F&B Operation

As an international F&B consultant, I am constantly confronted with statements like, “It’s not rocket science; how difficult can it be, or everyone can run a restaurant?” So I will use this column edition to embark on a little journey with you. We have already established that hospitality experiences are more important than ever. When I started in this industry, we thought 6% F&B was a good rate; now, we are running developments at 20%.

People on the move: Angelus Bernreuther is leaving Kaufland

Angelus Bernreuther, Head of IR at Kaufland Stiftung & Co. KG and member of the ACROSS Advisory Board, will leave the international foot retailer Kaufland end of July. He worked with Kaufland seven years. After a short break, he will be taking on a new position in the German real estate business.

Designer Outlet Croatia, managed by ROS Retail Outlet Shopping. /// credit: ROS Retail Outlet Shopping

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping Becomes Part Of The French Property Group FREY

ROS Retail Outlet Shopping, the 4th largest European operator with 12 managed outlet shopping destinations in 7 countries, has been acquired by the French FREY Group, a developer, investor and manager, and a real estate company listed on the Paris stock exchange, specialising in the development and operation of open-air shopping centers in Europe.

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The Landscape Of European Food Halls

The need for convenience and variety has become paramount. Food halls are increasingly diversifying their offerings and have emerged as a perfect fit for the modern consumer. They have evolved into social hubs, fostering an environment that encourages socialising and meaningful connections, reveals Cushman & Wakefield in its latest Food Halls of Europe Report.

Francesco Pupillo is the MAPIC Director

“GOOD SHOPPING CENTERS SEE THEMSELVES AS STAGES”

The most difficult times are behind us and retail has proven to be resilient, states MAPIC Director Francesco Pupillo. As such, this year’s MAPIC will once again be clearly focused on matchmaking and brands – especially dynamic brands that are part of experiential retail.

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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