Distribution Centre
This coverage explores developments in distribution centres and their role within UK retail supply chains. Reporting highlights openings, closures, automation investments, workforce strategies, and logistics innovations shaping how goods move from suppliers to stores and customers. With a focus on operational efficiency and strategic planning, the insights support retail managers and executives navigating supply chain challenges and growth opportunities.
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Oct- 2023 -24 OctoberSupermarkets
Lidl becomes third largest supermarket in London
Lidl GB has overtaken Asda to become the third largest supermarket in London with a market share high of 9.1%, double the market share of any other discount supermarket in the capital. It reported the fastest growth out of all supermarkets in the city, while Kantar named it the fastest-growing…
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5 OctoberNews
Today’s news in brief-05/10/23
Asda, post its separation from Walmart, has entered a multi-year partnership with Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) to revamp its IT operations. TCS will implement cloud-based ERP platforms to streamline various processes including supply chain forecasting, buying, and merchandising. This move aims to enhance customer experience, innovation capabilities, and maintain market…
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5 OctoberDIY
Victoria Plumbing revenues rise 6% in FY23
Victoria Plumbing revenues have increased by 6% in the year ended 30 September, largely due to an increase in order volumes. The group noted that average order values have also remained in line with the previous year, with a continuation of the positive trends experienced in H1, including favourable market…
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3 OctoberClothing & Shoes
Boohoo revenues tumble 17% amid weaker than expected demand
Boohoo has seen revenues plunge by 17% to £729.1m in the first half of the year, after a slower than expected recovery in its sales by volume. Over the period, UK revenues were down by 19% while International sales fell by 15%, as the number of orders fell by 18%…
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Sep- 2023 -20 SeptemberNews
Poundland launches rebranded website
Poundland has today (20 September) relaunched its website, which now includes a range of around 3,000 items for home delivery. The launch of Poundland.co.uk has been made possible by the digital migration of its Poundshop.com operation and the opening of a second digital fulfilment hub at its distribution centre in…
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13 SeptemberPeople Moves
Majestic to recruit 200 employees ahead of Christmas
Wine retailer Majestic has announced plans to hire 200 employees to work in its nationwide portfolio of stores in what is the company’s biggest ever pre-Christmas recruitment drive. Majestic will be expanding its workforce with a combination of permanent positions and temporary festive roles, as it gears up for the…
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12 SeptemberHigh Street
Wilko to close all remaining stores, 12,500 jobs at risk
Collapsed retail chain Wilko will close all of its 400 stores by early October after a rescue bid failed to materialise, placing 12,500 jobs at risk. Administrators PwC said it informed all staff that they will sadly commence the closure of all wilko stores, the two distribution centres and the…
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5 SeptemberSupermarkets
Lidl opens largest warehouse with £300m Luton site
Lidl has announced that it has opened a new £300m warehouse in Luton, its largest warehouse in the world. The 1.2 million sq ft RDC is located in Houghton Regis, Luton, and will be delivering over 9,400 pallets a day across 150 stores. It will be the first Lidl GB…
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Aug- 2023 -10 AugustElectrical
Marks Electrical revenues surge 31% in Q1
Online electrical retailer, Marks Electrical Group, revealed that revenue grew by 30.7% to £36.2m during the first quarter of FY24. This comes as the company performed particularly well in televisions, washer-dryers, and cordless vacuum cleaners. During the first quarter to 30 July, the company also saw continued growth in next-day…
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9 AugustClothing & Shoes
Manchester martial arts clothing firm expands as sales double
* The Trafford Park firm, which specialises in stylish jiu jitsu sportswear kit, is global hit – shipping to more than 75 countries; * Brazilian jiu jitsu is the world’s fastest growing martial art and celebrity fans include billionaire tycoons Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg and movie stars Tom Hardy…
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