Daily Archives: August 20, 2020

John Lewis partners with Fat Llama to test furniture rental service

Attitudes to renting products which used to be bought, from music to tech and cars, have shifted dramatically and the sharing economy, led by companies like Airbnb and Uber, has seen huge growth and brought about a change in attitude … Continue reading

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Umdasch acquires an interest in the Turkish shopfitting company Madosan

The present owners, Vedat Saygin and his wife Sevgi, will remain on board as minority shareholders. The company was founded in 1993 and operates as a specialist for metal shopfittings and heavy-duty shelving for international customers far beyond the Turkish … Continue reading

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The Rolling Stones to open ‘world exclusive’ flagship store on Carnaby Street

The new store, created in partnership with Bravado, Universal Music Group’s merchandise and brand management company, will feature all the hallmarks of the iconic band and include exclusive new fashion and merchandise under the ‘RS No. 9 Carnaby’ brand available … Continue reading

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Two new signings for Bullring

Hammerson is pleased to announce that its flagship destination Bullring is welcoming two new brands to its line-up. Internationally renowned luxury life and style brand Kate Spade New York launched its new store at the destination on 14 August, while global interactive … Continue reading

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Anna Reuterskiöld appointed Partner, Head of CapMan Real Estate Sweden

“In recognition of her huge contribution to the business since 2014, as well as her dedication, initiative, productivity and leadership qualities, I am delighted to announce that Anna will become the Country Head for CapMan Real Estate Sweden, taking on … Continue reading

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Portland’s MD, Ibrahim Ibrahim, joins UK government’s high streets task force board

Mark Robinson, High Streets Task Force Chair comments: I’m delighted to welcome Ibrahim to the High Streets Task Force as I know he is dedicated to sustainable, inclusive and successful town centres. At Portland, he has led inspirational change and … Continue reading

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Retail sales and footfall move in the right direction on the long road to recovery

However, a decline in consumer confidence means retail sales are still at much lower levels compared to last year.   While footfall remains c.40% down year-on-year across most retail asset types, this is a significant improvement on figures seen throughout lockdown, … Continue reading

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Sandra Roos is KappAhl’s new Head of Sustainability

“Sandra’s sterling research background will allow us to create new opportunities in our important work to transition to an even more sustainable business model,” says KappAhl’s CEO Elisabeth Peregi. Sandra Roos has a PhD from Chalmers University of Technology, for … Continue reading

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