Daily Archives: January 11, 2016

From luggage to bags

ACROSS: What stands out about the expansion of Samsonite since the company’s founding in 1910? CARTER: I think it is our ability to expand across the world. This is our most significant asset. The company was founded in North America. … Continue reading

Ruhr Park reloaded

When Ruhr Park opened its 24,000 sq m of rental space in Bochumäs (North Rhine-Westphalia) Harpen district in November 1964, it was only Germany’s second shopping center after the Main-Taunus-Zentrum in Sulzbach. It’s a retail property with history. Unibail-Rodamco Germany … Continue reading

PRIDE OF PLACE: THE FUTURE OF OUTLETS IN GERMANY

BY HENRIK MADSEN It’s no surprise that brands are focused on Germany. This is Western Europe’s most populous country, with over eighty million residents, 19 international airports, and great transport links – plus, according to ecostra, all German outlets perform … Continue reading