ISN Magazine

Featured Latest News Trade shows and Events

Exclusive: Anuga Director Philipp Hartmann in Conversation with ISN’s Riad Beladi

ISN Magazine14th July 202514th July 2025

by ISN Magazine14th July 202514th July 20250

Interview by Riad Beladi, International Editor – International Supermarket News Walking between the exhibition stands at ANUGA, one is instantly transported by the irresistible aromas of global cuisine—from the sizzling spices of Asia to...

Innovation

Feeding the Future: How Innovation is Transforming Africa’s Food Industry

ISN Magazine13th July 2025

by ISN Magazine13th July 20250

Africa’s food industry is undergoing a quiet revolution — one driven not only by necessity but also by creativity, technology, and a new generation of agri-entrepreneurs determined to reshape the continent’s food future. From...

Marketing in 2025: Supermarkets Don’t Need a Campaign—Just a Daring Product

ISN Magazine12th July 2025

by ISN Magazine12th July 20250

In 2025, supermarket marketing is being redefined—not by multimillion-pound advertising budgets or celebrity endorsements, but by a single, clever idea on the shelf. This year, Marks & Spencer reminded the industry of a timeless...

Lidl Tackles Checkout Delays with Digital Innovation — ISN Reveal

ISN Magazine12th July 202512th July 2025

by ISN Magazine12th July 202512th July 20250

By Riad Beladi | Edited by James Taylor Lidl GB is poised to redefine the in-store experience with the launch of its new digital self-scan system, aimed at slashing checkout waiting times—an issue that...

Marks & Spencer’s Strawberry Sandwich Becomes a Viral Hit and a Multi-Million-Pound Marketing Triumph – ISN Reveal

ISN Magazine11th July 2025

by ISN Magazine11th July 20250

What began as an innovative twist on a classic British summer flavour has rapidly turned into a viral sensation—and a marketing masterstroke. Marks & Spencer’s now-iconic strawberry sandwich has not only delighted taste buds...

Kirkland Signature Chunk Chicken Breast

ISN Magazine10th July 2025

by ISN Magazine10th July 20250

Kirkland Signature Chunk Chicken Breast Cans of Kirkland Chunk Chicken Breast stacked on a kitchen counterAllrecipes / Costco If you’re looking for a protein-packed pantry staple that’s both versatile and dependable, Kirkland Signature Chunk...

ALDI Wins the 2025 Brands Award

ISN Magazine10th July 2025

by ISN Magazine10th July 20250

ALDI Wins the 2025 Brands Award “New Entry” in the Jams and Spreads Category with Its Sicilian Bitter Orange Marmalade from the “Regione che Vai” Range Verona, 10 July 2025 – At the 26th...

Analysis Latest News Retail Technology

Electronic Shelf Labels: A Smart Investment with Measurable Returns

ISN Magazine10th July 2025

by ISN Magazine10th July 20250

Electronic Shelf Labels (ESLs) are becoming a key investment for retailers looking to improve efficiency and reduce costs. These digital price tags, connected to a central system, allow for instant updates across thousands of...

Tesco Moves Forward with Multi-Million-Pound Investment to Future-Proof Supply Chain

ISN Magazine10th July 2025

by ISN Magazine10th July 20250

In a bold move to strengthen its operational backbone and support a rapidly evolving retail landscape, Tesco has unveiled a multi-million-pound investment in a next-generation distribution centre at DP World London Gateway, set to...

35 Years of International Supermarket News: A Legacy of Integrity in Global Retail Journalism

ISN Magazine10th July 202510th July 2025

by ISN Magazine10th July 202510th July 20250

As International Supermarket News proudly celebrates 35 years in print, we reflect on a journey that began with a vision: to document, analyse, and support the evolution of the global retail and supermarket industry....