Ahold Delhaize appoints Tim Bork as Chief Commercial Officer Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia
Ahold Delhaize announced that Tim Bork is appointed as Chief Commercial Officer (CCO) for Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, effective May 19. This newly created role will report directly to Claude Sarrailh, CEO of Ahold Delhaize Europe & Indonesia, and is designed to accelerate the company's growth strategy across the region. Tim will be responsible for shaping and driving commercial and value chain development on a European level.
Source: newsroom.aholddelhaize.com
JD.com recognized on FORTUNE's China ESG Impact List for fourth consecutive year
JD.com reported: "JD.com has once again earned a spot on FORTUNE's 2025 China ESG Impact List, marking its fourth consecutive year of recognition. The ranking highlights 100 companies demonstrating exceptional performance in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices".
Source: jdcorporateblog.com
Lidl Italia invested over €2.1bln in Italy in past five years
Lidl Italia has invested over €2.1bln in Italy over the past five years, primarily in new stores, logistics centres, and renovations, reflecting a 35.7% increase compared to the previous five-year period. According to a socio-economic impact report by The European House - Ambrosetti (TEHA), presented at the Ministry of Business and Made in Italy, Lidl Italia contributed €7.6bln to Italy's GDP in 2023, representing 0.4% of the total and a 5% increase compared with 2022. Fruit and vegetable exports by Lidl accounted for 10.4% of the national total.
Source: esmmagazine.com
Jerónimo Martins is the first private organisation in Portugal with certified digital accessibility
The Jerónimo Martins Group reported: "The Jerónimo Martins Group has just reached an important milestone in promoting digital accessibility by becoming the first private organisation in Portugal to achieve the Digital Maturity Seal - Accessibility, awarded by Imprensa Nacional Casa da Moeda and certified by the Portuguese Certification Association (APCER)."
Source: jeronimomartins.com
Spain: Mercadona to close after 25 years in Alhaurin
Mercadona plans to close its supermarket in the centre of Alhaurin de la Torre after 25 years of service. The store, located on Calle San Juan, has been a key part of daily life for many local residents, especially older people and those without transport.
Source: euroweeklynews.com
Holland: Just Eat takeover by Prosus progresses as offer launched
A takeover offer for Just Eat Takeaway.com NV has been confirmed by South African tech group Prosus, which plans to merge the European group with its Brazil-based iFood business. An €20.30 per share cash offer has been recommended by the JET management board and supervisory board. A shareholder meeting and vote takes place on 8 July, with completion of the offer expected by the end of the year.
Source: proactiveinvestors.co.uk
Co-op members vote to boycott Israel
Co-op members have voted to boycott Israel, with the supermarket potentially stopping sales of its goods as soon as the summer. Three quarters of its voters backed a motion calling on the board to demonstrate "moral courage and leadership" by removing Israeli items from its shelves.
Source: retailgazette.co.uk
US: Trump tells Walmart to 'eat the tariffs' as retailer expects prices to increase
President Donald Trump said Walmart needs to stop "trying to blame tariffs" after the retail giant announced its products would become more expensive. Walmart's CEO said the price increases were a result of Trump's tariffs being "too high", particularly when it came to Chinese goods. Bananas, avocados and coffee are among some of the groceries that Walmart CEO Douglas McMillon said come from Colombia, Costa Rica and Peru. America also imports beets, cabbage, melons, and pineapples from Costa Rica. Sweet potatoes and citrus are imported from Peru. Walmart did not say how much prices could increase on fruits and vegetables.
Source: edition.cnn.com
Schnuck Markets recognized as a U.S. Best Managed Company for fourth consecutive year
Schnuck Markets reported: "We are deeply honored and humbled to receive the US Best Managed Company award for the fourth consecutive year, achieving Gold Winner status", said Schnucks Chairman and CEO Todd Schnuck. "This recognition reflects the unwavering dedication of our nearly 12,000 teammates to our customers and our company mission to nourish people's lives as well as our leadership, board and shareholders' aligned commitment to our strategic vision".
Source: schnucks.com
US: Walmart to pay tech company $222mln over trade secret misappropriationAn Arkansas federal jury found that Walmart owes technology company Zest Labs more than $222mln over claims that the mass retailer stole Zest Labs' technology that extends the shelf life of produce. The jury concluded that Zest Labs proved its claim of "trade secret misappropriation" and found Walmart's misappropriation was "willful and malicious", according to court documents. Walmart vowed to appeal the verdict, which nearly doubles the amount the retailer was ordered to pay Zest Labs following a previous trial.
Source: grocerydive.com