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H&M launches denim collection using Circ textile-to-textile recycling
A new men's denim collection at H&M marks the first commercial scale-up of Circ’s textile-to-textile recycling technology. Integrating Lenzing’s fiber production and AGI Denim’s manufacturing, the launch proves that recycled materials can meet the quality standards required for global mass-market retail supply chains.
Auchan Retail rolls out mobile self-scanning in Spain
Shoppers in Spain can now bypass traditional checkout queues using their smartphones, as Auchan Retail partners with shopreme to integrate the AutoScan feature into its Club Alcampo application. The rollout targets a frictionless store experience, allowing customers to scan items while moving through aisles before finalizing payment.
Walmart and Netflix debut interactive shopping for LEGO One Piece
Walmart, Netflix, and the LEGO Group are launching an interactive shopping experience today, centered on the release of an exclusive LEGO One Piece collection. Hosted on the Walmart Live platform, the event marks a strategic push to blend entertainment and retail through a curated livestream featuring fan-focused content.
CeX deploys Auror platform to combat retail crime across UK estate
Secondhand technology retailer CeX is integrating the Auror crime reporting platform across its 390 UK locations to track repeat offenders and improve staff safety. The move aims to address specific security challenges, including high-value device thefts and physical threats, while facilitating closer cooperation with law enforcement to target prolific criminal networks.
Waitrose scales digital shelf technology across 200 locations
More than 200 Waitrose stores have now transitioned to electronic shelf labels, marking a significant expansion of the grocery retailer’s partnership with SOLUM. Since December 2025, the chain has replaced traditional paper tags with Newton Pro digital displays to automate pricing updates and product information management across its entire estate.
Shell digitizes UK convenience network with RELEX AI
Shell is integrating AI-driven forecasting and replenishment software from RELEX Solutions across its UK Mobility & Convenience network. The initiative aims to automate planning models for more than 550 locations operating under the Shell Select, Little Waitrose, and Co-op banners, focusing on fresh product optimization and weather-based demand patterns.
Aden May appointed Director of Technology at London’s Southbank Centre
Aden May has stepped into the role of Director of Technology at the Southbank Centre, London’s sprawling arts complex. Moving from his previous post as Head of Technology at LuxExperience, May now oversees the digital strategy for an organization home to the Royal Festival Hall and the Hayward Gallery.
Activewear Brand TALA Appoints New C-Suite Leadership
Activewear brand TALA has finalized its leadership transition, appointing Sally Hughes as CEO and Verity Linnell as CFO. The move reinforces the company’s commitment to female-led executive structures within a retail landscape where such appointments remain statistically rare.
Schnucks Markets and VitalityIP launch AI-driven shopping assistant
Schnucks Markets is integrating a new agentic AI assistant into its digital platforms this summer, aiming to turn routine grocery trips into personalized health and wellness consultations. Developed with VitalityIP, the tool merges six billion lines of nutritional and transactional data to offer shoppers tailored meal planning and dietary guidance.
Vivobarefoot CCTO Steven Irwin Announces Departure
After nearly three years guiding the digital and commercial strategy at Vivobarefoot, Steven Irwin is stepping down from his role as Chief Commercial & Technology Officer. The veteran footwear executive, who previously held leadership positions at Hunter Boots and ASICS, plans to depart the brand at the end of September.
Gap Inc. prioritizes staff efficiency over automation hype
Store associates at Gap Inc. are pushing back against the industry's obsession with robots, demanding tools that reduce daily friction rather than flashy gadgets. CTO Sven Gerjets is shifting the company's focus toward technology that grants staff more face-to-face time with customers and better business visibility.
Raben Group digitizes European co-packing with Nulogy technology
Raben Group has begun deploying Nulogy’s Shop Floor software across seven Polish logistics sites, moving away from fragmented planning tools to a unified digital platform. The rollout aims to standardize contract packing operations, providing real-time visibility into production performance and resource management as the company prepares for a broader European expansion.
AI agents are transforming shopping habits across the UK and Ireland
Sixty-eight percent of UK and Ireland shoppers have already integrated AI agents into their purchase journeys, signaling a fundamental shift in how consumers discover and buy products. New research from CI&T reveals that these tools are rapidly evolving from niche utilities into primary touchpoints for modern retail interactions.
Les Ambassadeurs Casino Overhauls Payment Systems with Trust Payments
London’s prestigious Les Ambassadeurs Casino has overhauled its transactional infrastructure by deploying five new Point of Sale terminals across its Mayfair private gaming and dining areas. The move aims to replace legacy systems with modern, high-speed hardware designed to meet the rising service expectations of the club’s high-net-worth members.
Yoti and Licensing Connect partner on digital age verification
Hospitality and retail venues are preparing for a shift in UK licensing laws as Yoti integrates its digital ID technology into the Licensing Connect platform. The collaboration aims to streamline age verification for alcohol sales by allowing businesses to scan government-certified digital identities rather than relying on physical documents.
Bodycare Revives UK High Street Presence with Retail247 Tech
After collapsing into administration last year, health and beauty retailer Bodycare is plotting a comeback, targeting 25 new UK store openings in 2026. The chain is anchoring its return with a digital infrastructure overhaul, deploying Retail247’s Origin and Archean platforms to manage its ambitious expansion plans.
Fashion giant LPP scales AI marketing with Polish startup pirxe
LPP, the powerhouse behind Sinsay and Reserved, is deepening its partnership with Polish startup pirxe to deploy spatial AI and 3D digital twins. The move follows successful pilot campaigns that yielded a 21% jump in conversions and a 21.6% increase in click-through rates across its massive retail network.
Ocado Secures New European Automation Contract for 2028 Launch
Ocado Group has signed a contract to construct a high-capacity customer fulfilment centre for an unnamed European retailer, marking another expansion for its proprietary robotics suite. The project, slated for a 2028 launch, will utilize the company’s Re:Imagined technology, including automated freezer systems and high-speed robotic picking units.
Majid Al Futtaim rolls out Jaywan national card across UAE network
Customers across the UAE can now use the national Jaywan card at over 200 Majid Al Futtaim destinations, including retail, hotels, and leisure sites. The move marks a significant step in the Central Bank’s strategy to establish a sovereign, locally operated payment ecosystem that lowers transaction costs for businesses.
Dylan Bruntil joins Skechers as Vice President of Retail IT
After a decade at New Balance, Dylan Bruntil is moving to Skechers to lead the company’s retail technology initiatives. Bruntil, who previously served as Director of Global Retail Technology, joins the footwear giant during a period of aggressive international expansion and increasing investment in immersive store experiences.
Sean Reardon Tapped to Lead Field Operations at Simbe
After commanding autonomous technology deployments at AiFi, Gideon, and SoftBank Robotics America, Sean Reardon is moving to Simbe. As the new Vice President of Field Operations, Reardon will spearhead global implementation strategy and deployment excellence for the shelf digitization and store intelligence specialist as it scales across retail chains.
Tesco expands rapid delivery through Uber Eats and Deliveroo partnerships
Tesco is significantly widening its on-demand grocery reach by integrating its Whoosh service with Uber Eats and Deliveroo. This move marks a strategic expansion for Britain’s largest supermarket, aiming to leverage the existing logistics networks of both platforms to deliver groceries to a broader consumer base starting this August.
Humanoid Hits Unicorn Status With $152 Million Series A
UK-based robotics startup Humanoid has secured $152 million in Series A financing, vaulting the company to a $1.35 billion valuation. The capital injection brings the firm's total funding to $270 million, positioning it as Europe's first pureplay humanoid robotics unicorn just two years after its inception.
The enduring appeal of natural timber in modern kitchen design
Luxury kitchen design is shifting away from sterile, mass-produced finishes toward material authenticity, where the inherent character of natural timber—its grain, warmth, and capacity to age—defines the space. In contemporary homes, this move reflects a broader demand for interiors that prioritize longevity and tactile, individual expression over fleeting trends.
Scaling Through the Surge: Mastering 3PL for Viral E-commerce
Viral success on social media can transform a quiet business into a logistics nightmare within hours. When order volumes shift from a trickle to a flood, brands relying on rigid, traditional fulfillment models often face service crises, negative reviews, and penalties from marketplace algorithms for failing to meet tight shipping windows.
Nick Hand Moves from Parker’s Kitchen to Rovertown
Nick Hand, formerly the Loyalty & Brand Manager at Parker’s Kitchen, has transitioned to mobile retail specialist Rovertown to serve as its new Platform Success Manager. The newly created position aims to bridge the gap between the company’s product development, customer success teams, and the retailers utilizing the platform.
Portwest Overhauls Product Data Management to Slash Catalogue Times
Eleven months of manual work have been compressed into six for Portwest, as the workwear manufacturer pivots to a centralized product information strategy. By integrating Akeneo’s Product Cloud, the company has replaced fragmented databases with a single, automated engine capable of handling 46,000 SKUs across 130 countries.
Anderson Merchandisers deploys Seekr AI to sharpen retail execution
Anderson Merchandisers is arming its 4,000 retail associates with Seekr’s vision language models to transform shelf-level operations. By integrating AI directly into the daily workflow, the company aims to replace manual auditing with real-time, verified intelligence for planogram accuracy and inventory management in the final hundred feet of the store.
Starbucks Brings Viral Unicorn Frappuccino to UK for Three-Day Run
Seven years after the Unicorn Frappuccino ignited a global social media frenzy in the United States, Starbucks is finally bringing the color-changing, limited-edition drink to the United Kingdom. British customers will have a brief window to experience the beverage, which is scheduled for a specific three-day availability from August 15th to 17th.
Charles Cheung moves to Trexity as Director of Product
After a five-year tenure scaling logistics at Just Eat Takeaway and Skip, Charles Cheung has announced his transition to the delivery specialist Trexity. He joins the firm as Director of Product, aiming to advance local, fast-delivery solutions for merchants and couriers of all sizes.