Ekoplaza brand name disappears from Belgium
Organic supermarket chain Ekoplaza is disappearing from the Belgian streetscape. Its seven stores will continue under the name Färm, which already has a stronger position in the country. "By operating under a single brand throughout Belgium, we can communicate the organic story more clearly and finally realise our ambition. Organic deserves a place in the retail landscape", Retail Director Alexis Descampe explains.
Source: retaildetail.eu
UK: Morrisons kicks off roadshow for franchise customers
Morrisons has kicked off a series of roadshows to broaden its franchise retailers' knowledge of its heritage, 125+ years of shopkeeping expertise, and unique links to British farming thanks to its strategic partnership with Myton Food Group. The next manufacturing roadshow is set to take place at the beginning of March at the Myton Food Group Chippendale site, which is the egg-grading facility and also at the Myton Food Group Flaxby site, which is a fresh produce packing facility for carrots and potatoes.
Source: kamcity.com
Green light for sale of Carrefour Italia
The European Commission has approved Carrefour Italia's acquisition by food group NewPrinces, which is taking a major step forward with this move. The Commission has concluded that the acquisition will not raise any significant competition concerns in Italy. The impact of the transaction on the markets in which both companies operate is considered to be limited.
Source: retaildetail.eu
Celebrating excellence: Shoprite Group reveals standout suppliers in 2025 
Shoprite Group reported: "Finalists were assessed across 12 categories, with judges considering factors such as their impact on the retailer's growth and earnings, reliability in stock and service levels, administrative efficiency, and the support they offer to stores. Fruit & Vegetable Producers: Eldorado Fresh Lettuce Producers".
In other news, Shoprite Group reported: "South Africa's number one grocery delivery service is flying again - this time in a chopper!"
Source: shopriteholdings.co.za
Are Dutch supermarkets pushing Belgian products out of shopping carts?
The rise of Albert Heijn and Jumbo in Flanders is putting pressure on the share of Belgian food and beverages in shopping carts, according to Fevia, the federation of the Belgian food industry. The share of Dutch products has doubled to 16% in thirteen years, even though Belgians are shopping less across the border.
Source: retaildetail.eu
Zimbabwe: SPAR celebrates opening of new flagship supermarket
SPAR Zimbabwe opened the new flagship SPAR Cardinals supermarket, located at the newly developed Cardinals Corner shopping centre in Harare. A fresh bar offers delicious smoothies, freshly pressed juices, and fruit salads.
Source: spar-international.com
REWE Group Austria acquires 21 Unimarkt stores
REWE Group Austria has acquired 21 Unimarkt stores in Upper Austria, Styria and Lower Austria for an undisclosed amount. The deal is subject to approval from the Federal Competition Authority (BWB) and the Federal Cartel Prosecutor. SPAR Austria announced the takeover of 23 Unimarkt locations on 20 November.
Source: esmmagazine.com
A new chapter for Ahold Delhaize Europe as new Customer and Digital Platform team launches
Ahold Delhaize Europe has launched a new Customer and Digital Platform team. In a LinkedIn post, Anette Schouls, VP Customer & Digital Platform at Ahold Delhaize, said: "Now the moment is here: four separate teams come together as one, bringing the combined strength of Product, Engineering, Design, Research, Growth, Data & Analytics into a single platform".
Source: retailtechinnovationhub.com
Just Eat Takeaway.com announces leadership transition: CEO Jitse Groen to step down, to be succeeded by Roberto Gandolfo
Just Eat Takeaway.com reported: "Just Eat Takeaway.com ("JET") announces that Jitse Groen will step down as CEO and will be succeeded by Roberto Gandolfo, effective 1 January 2026. Roberto Gandolfo is currently Chair of the JET Supervisory Board and Head of Prosus Europe and his appointment will be subject to approval by the Dutch Central Bank".
Source: newsroom.justeattakeaway.com
Concordis purchasing alliance now officially launched
Last Monday, the board of directors of Concordis Trading, the purchasing alliance of Carrefour, Coopérative U, and RTG International, held its first meeting in Brussels. The alliance is ready to start negotiations in 2026.
Source: retaildetail.eu
US: Amazon to deliver essentials, groceries in 30 minutes in parts of Seattle, Philadelphia
Amazon.com said it is testing ultra-fast delivery of household essentials and fresh groceries in parts of Seattle and Philadelphia, as the company doubles down on efforts to grow its domestic footprint. The service, called "Amazon Now", will deliver items including milk, eggs, fresh produce and electronics, in about 30 minutes or less, the company said in a blog.
Source: reuters.com
US: Costco sues Trump admin seeking tariff refunds before Supreme Court rules if they're illegal
Costco filed a lawsuit asking for a full refund of tariffs the warehouse club giant has paid since President Donald Trump imposed "reciprocal" and "fentanyl" tariffs earlier this year. Costco's suit in the U.S. Court of International Trade notes that it might not be able to get the refunds later, even if the Supreme Court upholds lower court rulings that the tariffs are illegal.
Source: cnbc.com
