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Manchester Arena Launches Europe's First Checkout-Free Store
Innovation16h ago

Manchester Arena Launches Europe's First Checkout-Free Store

Concert fans at Manchester's Co-op Live arena can now skip the queues entirely with Europe's first fully autonomous market. Just tap your card, grab food and drinks, and walk out while AI handles the rest.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Grocery Stores Cut Food Waste 21% With Smarter Shelves
SolutionsFeb 25

Grocery Stores Cut Food Waste 21% With Smarter Shelves

New research shows grocery stores can boost profits by 6% and slash food waste by more than 21% just by rearranging where products sit on shelves. No fancy technology or customer behavior changes needed.

Phys.org2 min read
World's Largest Beauty Retailer Cuts Plastic 21% by 2030
SolutionsFeb 20

World's Largest Beauty Retailer Cuts Plastic 21% by 2030

AS Watson, operating in 28 markets worldwide, just committed to slashing virgin plastic use by 21% across all its store-brand products by 2030. The ambitious pledge targets packaging, shopping bags, delivery boxes, and warehouse materials where the health and beauty giant can make the biggest difference.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Beauty Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030
Planet WinsFeb 12

Beauty Retailer Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030

AS Watson, the world's largest health and beauty retailer, just committed to slashing virgin plastic in its packaging by 21% across 27 global markets. The move affects everything from product boxes to shopping bags, proving major retailers can lead the fight against plastic waste.

Google News - Plastic Reduction3 min read
AS Watson Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030
Planet WinsJan 29

AS Watson Cuts Virgin Plastic 21% by 2030

Major health and beauty retailer AS Watson just raised its sustainability game with a bold new pledge to slash virgin plastic across its own-brand packaging. The company aims to reduce plastic use by 21% before 2030, touching everything from shopping bags to warehouse materials.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
Amazon Opens 100+ Whole Foods Stores in Grocery Pivot
SolutionsJan 28

Amazon Opens 100+ Whole Foods Stores in Grocery Pivot

Amazon is closing 70 experimental stores to focus on what works: expanding Whole Foods with more than 100 new locations. The retail giant's shift proves sometimes the best innovation is doubling down on success.

Fast Company2 min read
Amazon Now Brings 30-Minute Grocery Delivery to London
InnovationJan 19

Amazon Now Brings 30-Minute Grocery Delivery to London

Amazon just launched ultra-fast grocery delivery in London, bringing fresh food and essentials to doorsteps in 30 minutes or less. The service, already transforming shopping in India and the UAE, marks a new era of convenience for busy city dwellers.

Google News - Uae Innovation2 min read
Kroger Adds 3,000+ EV Chargers at Stores Nationwide
VideosJan 18

Kroger Adds 3,000+ EV Chargers at Stores Nationwide

America's favorite grocery chain is installing thousands of fast EV chargers at stores across the country, turning your weekly shopping trip into a convenient charging stop. The decade-long partnership with EVgo brings 350 kW fast charging to where millions already shop.

CleanTechnica3 min read