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The Unsung Hero of the Aisles: Inside the Role of a Fresh Produce Buyer
When shoppers walk through the vibrant produce aisles of a supermarket—admiring gleaming apples, sun-ripened tomatoes, and crisp lettuce—they rarely consider the person behind the scenes making it all happen: the Fresh Produce Buyer. In...
Back to Algiers Algeria – A Journey Through the Senses of a Reawakening City
By Riad Beladi, International Supermarket News Returning to my beloved home city of Algiers after years away was more than a personal journey—it was a revelation. As my plane descended over the Bay of...
DIA and BP Unite to Launch Supermarkets at Petrol Stations
Spanish supermarket chain DIA and energy giant BP are joining forces in a new strategic alliance that blends food retail and fuel convenience. Starting September 2025, the two companies will pilot ten co-branded stores...
M&S Enters Australian Fashion Market Through Exclusive Partnership with David Jones
Marks & Spencer has taken a bold step in expanding its international footprint by launching its first-ever international fashion wholesale partnership with Australia’s premium department store, David Jones. This strategic alliance marks a major...
ESLs and the Future of Grocery Productivity – Why Pricer Is Leading the Charge
In a rapidly evolving retail landscape where margins are thin and consumer expectations are rising, the U.S. grocery industry is under pressure to deliver greater operational efficiency while maintaining a strong customer experience. According...
A Healthy Economy Is Measured by a Healthy Retail Sector
By Riad Beladi, Analyst for International Supermarket News With over three decades of experience analysing global retail trends, I’ve seen firsthand how the strength of a nation’s economy is reflected in its supermarket aisles....
Tesco to Open Europe’s Largest Automated Distribution Centre – A Bold £1 Billion Investment at London Gateway
Tesco has announced a landmark £1 billion investment in a new, state-of-the-art automated distribution centre at DP World London Gateway, signalling a major leap forward in British retail logistics. The 1.2 million square foot...
What Lies Behind the Price Tag: Understanding Supermarket Overheads – ISN Reveal
When a shopper places a product in their supermarket trolley, they may assume the majority of what they pay goes directly to the supplier or producer. However, behind every £1 spent lies a complex...
Cambridge Breakthrough: Gut Microbes Could Offer Natural Defence Against ‘Forever Chemicals’
In a groundbreaking study from the University of Cambridge, researchers have discovered that certain gut microbes can absorb and help the body expel toxic PFAS—known as “forever chemicals”—through faeces. The finding opens the door...
Kroger: The Fight Continues
In the shifting battlefield of American retail, Kroger is no longer just competing — it is fighting for survival. From small-town neighbourhood markets to nationwide titans like Walmart and Amazon, the once-invincible grocery giant...