Monthly Archives: June 2022

European Retail in 2021 and 2022

The purchasing power of European citizens, which has been stabilized in many countries over the past two years by means of government intervention, will decrease significantly in price-adjusted terms in large parts of Europe this year. However, the past two … Continue reading

Special Issue “Latest GRAI”

Dear Reader, I am pleased to present our latest Online Special. In times of uncertainty knowledge is key. Therefore, this issue focuses on two in-depth research sources for our industry. I am very proud to be able to present the … Continue reading

New 2022 Edition of MAPIC Awards launched

MAPIC announces, in addition to the four established categories, eight new categories to this year’s MAPIC Awards 2022, with submissions open and invited from worldwide entrants by July, 15th, and a prestigious award ceremony in November. First held in 1996, … Continue reading

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NEW BOOK BY IBRAHIM IBRAHIM ON: WHY WE NEED TO BE FUTURE-READY!

After many years of delivering keynote presentations on future consumer trends and their impact on the physical retail space, Ibrahim Ibrahim has finally put pen to paper and has written his first book, which was published earlier this month. In … Continue reading

JD Sports opens mega-store in Westfield Hamburg-Überseequartier

The extensive brand and product mix will combine well-known brands, such as Nike, adidas, Puma and The North Face, with the strong home brands of JD Sports Pink Soda and Supply & Demand. The store will be the first British … Continue reading

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NEPI Rockcastle announces updates in the leadership team

Rüdiger Dany  and Eliza Predoiu held the position of CEO, respectively CFO, from February 2022. Marek Noetzel has stepped up as Chief Operating Officer (COO), following his position as Board Member and Retail Director, in Poland. In his new role, Noetzel … Continue reading

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Shopingy Mall Analyser Top 20 Outlets Openings To Watch in May 2022

Who influences the retail market? Who opens where? In a highly competitive sector, such as retail, knowing about the latest market trends and customer preferences is becoming increasingly important. Therefore, ACROSS Magazine and Shopingy Mall Analyser are jointly preparing a … Continue reading

LIBERTY TWO DEGREES’ (l2d) ENTIRE RETAIL PORTFOLIO ACHIEVES SHORE CERTIFICATION GOLD RATINGS

L2D, a South African property owner’s portfolio, consists of high-quality retail destinations with iconic retail assets. With an GLA of 967 866 sq m and 17 assets (including offices), the location and iconic nature of the properties held by L2D … Continue reading

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SURF AND LIFESTYLE BRAND ANIMAL MAKES WAVES AT THE JUNCTION

The Junction Retail and Leisure Park has extended its outdoor and surf-wear, offered with the relocation and expansion of long-time tenant, Mountain Warehouse is adding a dedicated section for lifestyle and surf brand, Animal. The 520 sq m store opened … Continue reading

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Making the Most of Customer Shopping Journeys

The COVID-19 pandemic has clearly affected all of our lives, from personal habits to the way business is being conducted – the economy has fluctuated across the globe and the impact on shopping and entertainment centers has been massive. However, … Continue reading

BIG Shopping Centers is taking another step in implementing the global development policy

BIG Shopping Centers, reports on another significant deal for the group’s energy arm. A subsidiary BIG Energia Holdings Kft, in which the company holds 50%, has entered into an agreement to acquire 100% of a Romanian company which owns rights … Continue reading

K-Scan – Kaufland’s digital solution for easy and convenient shopping

“Offering customers the most enjoyable and convenient shopping experience possible is our top priority”, says Anika Maier, head of the checkout sales organization. “K-Scan further simplifies shopping in our stores: the mobile hand-held scanner saves a lot of time, because … Continue reading

Outlet advisory service launched to capitalize on investor appetite for resilient retail sector

The launch of the division, known as Realm Outlet Advisory, comes at a pivotal time as appetite increases from multiple investor groups – including many newcomers to the market – who are recognizing the maturity and attractiveness of outlets. Outlets … Continue reading

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Retail Index continues to seek clear direction after temporary increase

GRAI up twelve points year-on-year in the first quarter of 2022 War in Ukraine causes sentiment among consumers and retailers resulting in a slump from March onwards Czech Republic, Poland, and Germany form the new top trio on the index … Continue reading

KIEHL’S SINCE 1851 OPENS STORE IN UŠĆE SHOPPING CENTER

Since the opening of the original pharmacy in New York in 1851, Kiehl’s has become a world-renowned name in the skincare industry. With the already recognizable elements of Kiehl’s long history and tradition, but also unique eccentric character of store … Continue reading

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IMMOFINANZ AG: Changes in the Executive Board

Radka Doehring was appointed as an Executive Board member in April 2022 and takes over the agendas from Dietmar Reindl and Stefan Schönauer. They will continue to support her in her new role and future projects. Dietmar Reindl has held … Continue reading

CBRE secured first location abroad for the Romanian retailer Vagabond Studio

The store opened this May, located in the Eastern part of London, in Westfield Stratford City. This is the largest urban shopping center in UK by land and the 4th-largest shopping center in the country by retail space. “Made by … Continue reading

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Sale of „Fairway” portfolio is closed

Two other retail parks, included in „Fairway” portfolio, located in Inowrocław and Warsaw, were acquired by Centerscape Investments in December 2021. Centerscape Investments closes the acquisition of retail parks portfolio from Hunter REIM. Avison Young represented the seller in the … Continue reading

Mitiska REIM opens retail park with CO2-neutral building in Ninove

The new retail park has a gross leasable area (GLA) of 10,300 sq m and comprises six stores, food-anchored by Jumbo and Lidl supermarkets, with other tenants JBC, Exterioo, JYSK and Molders providing a mix of everyday household items. Ninouter … Continue reading

“Developers look for Game Changers”

ACROSS: One year ago, Reify. became the new brand of Sierra Development Services. What was the reason behind that change? JORGE MORGADINHO: The rebranding was the result of 30 years of work, knowledge, and experience in multiple international markets, which … Continue reading