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CJ Foods Launches "bibigo to go" Delivery Brand to Service Growing Demand for Delicious Korean Meals

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Monday, November 6, 2023

The delivery food brand offers popular Korean meals made with CJ's bibigo products through Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat

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  • The delivery food brand offers popular Korean meals made with CJ's bibigo products through Uber Eats, Deliveroo and Just Eat
    LONDON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Foods, a business unit of South Korea-based CJ CheilJedang, launched an online delivery food service "bibigo to go" to introduce their delicious Korean menu to British consumers.
  • The menu includes popular Korean foods such as Mandu (Korean dumpling), Korean-style fried chicken, Bibimbap, fried rice, Japchae noodles, Tteokbokki, Kimchi and Korean sauces as well as fries, topped with Korean flavours.
  • "We believe the convenient bibigo to go delivery service and Pop Up will be great platforms for consumers to experience our delicious K-food products."
  • Starting with the UK, CJ Foods aims to spread the taste of Korean cuisine across Europe.

RESEARCH BY BEDEO SHOWS NEED FOR GOVERNMENT SUPPORT IN ACCELERATING DEMAND FOR ELECTRIC RETROFIT OF COMMERCIAL VANS

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Saturday, November 4, 2023

A similar number (35%) said that even if they were inclined to buy new, the product range was currently too limited.

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  • A similar number (35%) said that even if they were inclined to buy new, the product range was currently too limited.
  • BEDEO recently launched its RE-100 Range Extender – an advanced retrofit solution which fits to existing diesel vans to make them both electric (first) and/or diesel at the touch of a button.
  • Founded by Osman Boyner in Turkey in 2009, BEDEO has been focused on the production of pure electric light commercial vehicle models.
  • BEDEO began offering its range of electric vans in the UK in 2017, and began working with UK supermarket Ocado the following year.

20,000 cash rewards redeemed by Ocado Retail customers in first nationwide DDRS trial from Polytag

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 20,000 cash rewards have been redeemed by consumers as part of the first nationwide digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) trial led by recycling tech firm, Polytag , recycling tech app, Bower and major UK retailer, Ocado Retail .

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Over 20,000 cash rewards have been redeemed by consumers as part of the first nationwide digital deposit return scheme (DDRS) trial led by recycling tech firm, Polytag , recycling tech app, Bower and major UK retailer, Ocado Retail .
  • Since 14 July, Ocado Retail customers have been able to claim monetary rewards for recycling any of its own-brand two and four-pint milk bottles using Polytag's unique QR codes, redeemable via recycling app Bower.
  • As revealed in an end-of-trial report , the trial saw more than 20,000 Ocado Retail milk bottles scanned by over 3,000 consumers using their smartphones before being deposited into home kerbside recycling.
  • Alice Rackley, CEO, Polytag, said: "In a world-first initiative with Ocado Retail, we've seen the reality of a nationwide DDRS come to realisation.

Small Beer Brewery to Expand into the US Market

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - September 19, 2023) - The Small Beer Brewery, founded in 2017, is expanding internationally and has its sights set on the US market.

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  • London, United Kingdom--(Newsfile Corp. - September 19, 2023) - The Small Beer Brewery, founded in 2017, is expanding internationally and has its sights set on the US market.
  • “London is where we built our bespoke Brewery, and the UK is undoubtedly our heartland, but it’s incredibly exciting to be taking Small Beer to the US,” says Grundy.
  • Not only is Small Beer better for individuals, but it is also better for the planet.
  • Becoming London's first B Corp-certified Brewery at the start of 2019, Small Beer was recognised for its dramatic water saving during the production process.

Kroger Delivery Expands in Northern Colorado

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado. The new facility will bring Kroger's vast selection of fresh items right to customers' doorsteps, including unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, in addition to cost-saving offerings, making products even more affordable for Northern Colorado families.   

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  • Retailer opens new spoke serving Larimer County, Johnstown, Northern Colorado area
    JOHNSTOWN, Colo., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Johnstown, Colorado.
  • "We look forward to connecting more customers in Northern Colorado to Kroger Delivery, which brings the freshest products including Our Brands , directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • The approximately 57,000-square-foot spoke facility is located in Johnstown, Larimer County, Colorado and will work in conjunction with the Aurora, Colorado fulfillment center.
  • The expansion to the Northern Colorado area represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.

E-Commerce agency Optimizon acquires two award-winning businesses, Nozzle, analytics tool for Amazon sellers, and Amazon agency Marketplace AMP

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023

"We are delighted to welcome Nozzle and Marketplace AMP into the Optimizon family.

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  • "We are delighted to welcome Nozzle and Marketplace AMP into the Optimizon family.
  • Both companies have a proven track record and deep understanding of Amazon and other major online marketplaces."
  • Marketplace AMP, a specialist fmcg amazon agency focusing on food and drink, health and hygiene, pet care and home, was founded in 2004.
  • As an agency it has experienced exceptional growth under the leadership of Managing Director Matt Anderson and Operations Director Liz Tyler-James.

E-Commerce agency Optimizon acquires two award-winning businesses, Nozzle, analytics tool for Amazon sellers, and Amazon agency Marketplace AMP

Retrieved on: 
Tuesday, September 19, 2023

"We are delighted to welcome Nozzle and Marketplace AMP into the Optimizon family.

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  • "We are delighted to welcome Nozzle and Marketplace AMP into the Optimizon family.
  • Both companies have a proven track record and deep understanding of Amazon and other major online marketplaces."
  • Marketplace AMP, a specialist fmcg amazon agency focusing on food and drink, health and hygiene, pet care and home, was founded in 2004.
  • As an agency it has experienced exceptional growth under the leadership of Managing Director Matt Anderson and Operations Director Liz Tyler-James.

Electric Car Makers, Luxury Goods, Electronics Manufacturers Continue to be Among Top Shorted Securities in August – Hazeltree’s Shortside Crowdedness Report

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

The report is a monthly listing of the top 10 shorted securities in the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions in the large-, mid-, and small-cap ranges.

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  • The report is a monthly listing of the top 10 shorted securities in the Americas, EMEA and APAC regions in the large-, mid-, and small-cap ranges.
  • Highlights from the August 2023 report include:
    In the large-cap group, Tesla was the most crowded security (99).
  • This was Tesla’s third consecutive month as the top shorted security in the large-cap category in the region.
  • Also notable in this section is Plug Power with the highest institutional supply utilization (93.00%) and community borrow fee (0.99%).

COLUMBIA BUSINESS SCHOOL'S DEMING CENTER AWARDS 2023 DEMING CUP TO MICHELE BUCK AND BRIAN CORNELL

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023

NEW YORK, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Columbia Business School's W. Edwards Deming Center for Quality, Productivity, and Competitiveness announced that Michele Buck, chair, president and CEO of The Hershey Company, and Brian Cornell, chair and CEO of Target, will receive its 2023 Deming Cup for Operational Excellence at a ceremony at Columbia University's Low Library Rotunda on October 24, 2023. Awarded annually since 2010, the Deming Cup recognizes leaders for operational excellence and for fostering a culture of continuous improvement within their organizations.

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  • Awarded annually since 2010, the Deming Cup recognizes leaders for operational excellence and for fostering a culture of continuous improvement within their organizations.
  • "The Deming Cup is a special annual event where we recognize excellence and leadership," said Columbia Business School Dean and David and Lyn Silfen Professor of Business, Costis Maglaras .
  • Deming Cup awardees have been global leaders, innovators and disrupters, representing both public and private sectors.
  • "The Deming Center commends Michele Buck and Brian Cornell for their strategic and operational leadership, transformative business growth, and investment in their people and culture," said Columbia Business School Professor Nelson Fraiman , director of the W. Edwards Deming Center.

Kroger Delivery Expands in Kentucky

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

INDEPENDENCE, Ky., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Independence, Kentucky. This facility opening means customers can tap into Kroger's incredible selection of fresh items, unique Our Brands products and favorite national brands, as well as individualized offers for the products most important to their families – all delivered directly to their door by a friendly, professional associate.  

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  • Zion, Northern Kentucky area
    INDEPENDENCE, Ky., July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the official opening of a new spoke in Independence, Kentucky.
  • "We are thrilled to expand our offerings to Northern Kentucky and connect more customers to the Kroger Delivery shopping experience, which brings thousands of digital coupons, valuable fuel points and the freshest products including Our Brands , directly to customers' doors," said Rebekah Manis, Senior Director, Kroger Delivery Fulfillment Centers.
  • "Our customers are actively looking for ways to save, and Kroger Delivery offers a fresh, affordable and personalized shopping experience with zero-compromise on affordability, selection and convenience.
  • The expansion to the Kentucky area represents an extension of a collaboration between Kroger and Ocado Group, a world leader in technology for grocery e-commerce.