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Some retailers are struggling to make ends meet. Fraser's Group is not one of them. At the end of last year, Frasers cemented itself as a retail triumph, having recorded an 8% increase in its half year pre-tax profits (to the tune of some £310.2m). So what's the secret? Well it appears the winning strategy is to diversify your retail portfolio by buying distressed brands out of insolvency, thereby transforming into a conglomerate powerhouse. Simple, right? #insolvency #retailnews #frasersgroup

"American Freight Enlists Hilco to Oversee Nationwide Store Closures" Read the full article below..

Here’s another significant development for Ziegler UK… We’re delighted to share the news of the introduction of a road freight division at our Felixstowe branch! Since opening in 2009 as one of the founding UK offices, Felixstowe has excelled in air and ocean freight services. Now, we're expanding our horizons and unlocking new opportunities with our growing road freight services. Initial Key Routes & Services: 🌍 Main Markets: Italy, Germany, France, Spain 🚚 Intermodal Rail Trailers: Swap body trailers (25.5 Tonne) or Huckepack trailers (28 Tonne) 🚚 Road Freight Trailers: Standard 13.6mtr roof loadable curtain sided vehicles 🚚 Sea Freight Containers: 20ft, 40ft, 40ft HC, or 40ft PW containers We will also be offering part load/groupage services and urgent express vans to ensure all your transportation needs are covered. Stay tuned for further updates where we will be sharing detailed insights into the workings of this new structure, following the journey as it develops: https://lnkd.in/eEJs5Wn6 #supplychain #supplychainmanagement #freight #freightforwarding #cargofreight #logistics

📢 Warpaint London PLC AGM Update 📢 Warpaint London plc (AIM: W7L; OTCQX: WPNTF), the specialist supplier of colour cosmetics and owner of the W7 and Technic brands, is pleased to share an update from today's Annual General Meeting. Chairman Clive Garston’s Statement: 💄 "The Group continues to trade #strongly with #sales for the six months to 30 June 2024 expected to be approximately £46 million (compared to £36.7 million for the same period in 2023). Our #margins remain #robust and are ahead of those achieved in 2023. Consistent with previous years, sales are anticipated to be second half weighted due to #Christmas gifting orders and the Group's momentum. 🌍 We are making significant strides in expanding our presence in larger #retailers #globally, with ample opportunities for further growth with both new and existing customers. The Group has several planned product rollouts to additional stores in the second half of the year and is actively discussing stocking our products with multiple #UK and overseas retailers. 💸 As previously announced, pending shareholder approval at today's AGM, a final #dividend of 6.0 pence per share will be paid on 5 July 2024 to #shareholders on the register at 14 June 2024." Note: All figures in this announcement are unaudited. #WarpaintLondon #AGM #FinancialUpdate #Growth #Dividends #InvestorRelations #W7 #Technic 💅📈 Warpaint Cosmetics Adam Kay Shore Capital Partners Daniel Bush Patrick Castle Fiona Conroy Tim Metcalfe Florence Chandler

Economic growth begins by identifying the direct need in our communities and finding viable solutions. Prestige Clothing Caledon is one such corporate that is playing its part in solving unemployment. "Invest in ordinary people." - Graham Choice, Managing Director, Merchandise Supply Chain, TFG (The Foschini Group) #InvestInSA #SABusinessExcellence #JobCreation #Retail #PrestigeClothing #Manufacturing #PlayYourPart

Ziegler's Peterborough branch commenced operations during the challenging times of the Covid-19 pandemic in 2020. With a keen focus on leveraging extensive truck operations knowledge, coupled with adept chartering skills, the branch seized an opportunity when a major competitor withdrew from the UK market prior to Brexit. Situated with a panoramic view overlooking the pitch at Peterborough United FC, the dynamic team of 7 individuals embodies dedication and expertise. At the core of operations, Ziegler Peterborough deploy 13.6 Metre satellite tracked ambient box and curtainside trailers, operating both accompanied and unaccompanied across Europe. These trailers are meticulously coordinated with truck satellite tracked single and double manned trucks, piloted by ADR trained drivers. Specialising in the movement of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), electronics, and other high-value commodities across Europe, the team ensure expedited deliveries, often traversing through the night to meet next-day deadlines. Our extensive network spans UK connections to key ports such as Europoort, Zeebrugge, and Calais, alongside facilitating cross-trade movements within Europe and domestic haulage within the UK. Since inception, our fleet has expanded by over 100%, a testament to an unwavering commitment to exemplary customer service and operational excellence. Embracing the ethos of adaptability and resilience, our Peterborough branch stands ready to navigate through challenges and capitalize on opportunities, ensuring unparalleled service delivery and fostering long-term partnerships. #SupplyChain #SupplyChainManagement #Freight #FreightForwarding #CargoFreight #Logistics

Out of the U.S. ports tracked by Hackett Associates, LLC #GlobalPortTracker, #Jacksonville was the only port on the list who experienced positive growth from 2022 to 2023.   GlobalPortTracker measures loaded TEU #imports.   The report is presented in partnership with the National Retail Federation.   Results like this validate JAXPORT's strategy of diversification in cargo types and trade lanes, and underscore our port's advantages for #retail #logistics.   #Xmarksthespot

BUCO sees largest year-on-year basket drop in November In November 2024, BUCO led the year-on-year basket price decreases among the four hardware stores in The Brief survey. For November 2024, BUCO demonstrated a 17.98% drop from November 2023 to November 2024 and a notable month-on-month decrease of 14.72%. In the second place, Buildit recorded a year-on-year basket decrease of 8.34% and a slight month-on-month decrease of 1.25%. Ark Trading saw a year-on-year basket increase of 3.22%, although it recorded a month-on-month basket decrease of 7.94%. Pupkewitz Megabuild posted the largest year-on-year increase, with a basket rise of 7.68% and a month-on-month jump of 13.69%. https://lnkd.in/dYgYFeJG #namibia #windhoek #hardwarestores #construction #prices

Recent years have seen the UK retreading landscape shift enormously. The combined pressures of pandemic-related issues as well as wider economic and cost-of-living factors, combined with material supply difficulties has resulted in two outcomes. First, several retreaders have closed their doors. And second, the balance of retreading materials supply swung away from one large manufacturer-owned franchise approach in favour of an independent-network-driven business model. When the closures took place, they occurred with all the finality “winding up” brings with it. That being the case, it is with great joy to write that in recent weeks Tyres & Accessories has learnt of at least two Phoenix operations where businesses that for one reason or another closed down in the last couple of years, have risen from ashes like the proverbial firebird and are boldly starting again. The first is Wirral Tyre Specialists Ltd, which is now under completely new ownership despite historic roots in the location. T&A had the pleasure of visiting at the end of July. https://lnkd.in/eiUZ6765

Recent years have seen the UK retreading landscape shift enormously. The combined pressures of pandemic-related issues as well as wider economic and cost-of-living factors, combined with material supply difficulties has resulted in two outcomes. First, several retreaders have closed their doors. And second, the balance of retreading materials supply swung away from one large manufacturer-owned franchise approach in favour of an independent-network-driven business model. When the closures took place, they occurred with all the finality “winding up” brings with it. That being the case, it is with great joy to write that in recent weeks Tyres & Accessories has learnt of at least two Phoenix operations where businesses that for one reason or another closed down in the last couple of years, have risen from ashes like the proverbial firebird and are boldly starting again. The first is Wirral Tyre Specialists Ltd, which is now under completely new ownership despite historic roots in the location. T&A had the pleasure of visiting at the end of July. Marangoni Phil R.