Morrisons appoints Maz Ahmed as managing director of convenience and wholesale
New managing director will oversee plans to open hundreds of franchised stores and drive performance across the convenience estate
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British blueberry sales surge as growers invest in AI and drone technology
British blueberry growers are increasing their use of artificial intelligence, drones and precision growing technology as demand for larger and more flavourful fruit rises…
EXCLUSIVE: Self Servex machines helping stores make thousands from unused outdoor space
Retailers receive either a share of sales or annual rent payments, depending on the unit
Burberry Q1 sales rise 5% to £455m amid China and US growth
This growth was led by double-digit gains in outerwear and a mid-teens rise in online sales
Pinot Noir in Cyprus: Château Punin’s ambitious experiment
The post Pinot Noir in Cyprus: Château Punin’s ambitious experiment appeared first on The Drinks Business.
Be At One’s Rhys Oldfield on making ‘cocktails for the masses’
Rhys Oldfield co-founded the wildly successful Be At One chain of venues and is now building up his Saviour Bars concept The post Be At One’s Rhys Oldfield on making ‘cocktails…
Patrick Schmitt MW: Don’t dilute rosé’s success
Among the wine sector's few growth areas right now is rosé – but a stylistic drift towards excessive leanness could damage the balance that built its appeal, argues Patrick…
IWA director joins World Spirits Alliance board
The director of the Irish Whiskey Association, Eoin Ó Catháin, has joined the board of the World Spirits Alliance The post IWA director joins World Spirits Alliance board appeared…
Ted Baker plots standalone store comeback after two-year absence
Ted Baker is reportedly preparing to reopen standalone stores in the UK as the fashion brand steps up its return to physical retail. It is expected to open its first new…
Selfridges Birmingham to stock Ozzy Osbourne fragrance in retail first
Czech & Speake has announced that it is expanding the distribution of its No.88 Prince of Darkness Limited Edition through a new partnership with Selfridges Birmingham. The tie-up…
US and Chinese customers keep Burberry on track
Burberry continues its recovery thanks to strong growth in the United States and China. The British luxury group is benefiting from a renewed focus on trench coats, jackets, and…
Burberry sales rise 5% as turnaround shows signs of success
Burberry sales increased five per cent in its first quarter as chief executive Joshua Schulman’s turnaround strategy continued to gain momentum. Revenue climbed from £433m to…