E-Commerce

The Future Of Automation In A Challenging Year For Retailers

ESM talks to Rudolf Hansl of KNAPP about the long-term growth strategy for the company and the biggest challenges facing the retail logistics sector o...

South African E-Commerce Retailer Takealot Bets On Townships

South African e-commerce retailer, Takealot, has hired thousands of personal shoppers to help it penetrate townships and rural areas, its CEO told Reuters.

Walmart Announces Partnership With Delivery Firm Meituan In China

Walmart China has entered into a new strategic partnership with China's biggest food delivery company Meituan.

Maersk France Warehouse Now Fully Operational

Maersk, the Danish shipping and logistics company, is now providing fulfilment services for one of the world’s leading e-commerce companies at a faci...

Colruyt Group Launches New Webshop For 'Refined Drinks'

Belgian retailer Colruyt has launched Boir - a new webshop that offers a range of alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks.

US Black Friday Sales Rise 3.4% In 2024: Mastercard SpendingPulse

Black Friday sales in the US increased 3.4% in 2024 compared to the previous year, according to preliminary data from Mastercard SpendingPulse.

Gruppo VéGé Projects 11% Turnover Growth In 2024

Gruppo VéGé expects turnover to reach €15.28 billion in its financial year 2024, representing an 11% increase compared to 2023.

Delivery Hero's Talabat Sets Dubai IPO Offer Price At Top End

Talabat Holding is set to raise about $2 billion from its IPO this year, after its parent Delivery Hero priced the offering at the top end of the indicated...