Decathlon announces ten new stores in Spain and bets on the urban format
Decathlon plans to open ten new stores in Spain by the first half of 2026, focusing on urban locations to increase its presence in city centers.
The upcoming advertising pillar in Pirkkala is so tall that it requires an aviation obstacle permit
A 40-meter advertising pillar planned by the Kärkkäinen retail chain in Pirkkala, Finland, requires an aviation obstacle permit due to its height.
China’s shoppers head for suburban outlets, a bright spot in retail property
Chinese shoppers are increasingly favoring suburban outlet stores over urban malls, leading to significant investment in these retail spaces as urban shopping faces high vacancy rates.
Eerie abandoned shopping centre left to rot for 20 years leaves urban explorer stunned
A Scottish shopping center has remained abandoned for 20 years, leaving an urban explorer in awe of its dilapidated state.
Carrefour, the king of hypermarkets, focuses on small stores: plans over 750 openings in Spain and will make acquisitions
Carrefour is planning to strengthen its presence in Spain with over 750 new store openings and strategic acquisitions, emphasizing the importance of small, urban formats.
‘Camp Colburn’ Returned by US Military Begins Development After 20 Years
The former site of Camp Colburn in Hanam, Gyeonggi Province, which has been vacant for 20 years since the U.S. military's departure, is set to be transformed into a mixed-use space for culture, retail, and business following the selection of a consortium for its development.
Retail in Distress: Creative Fight Against Store Closures
The article discusses the struggles facing retail businesses in urban areas, particularly around Munich, highlighting a rise in empty storefronts and a shift towards nail salons, barbershops, and vending machine shops.