All articles by Luke Martin

Luke Martin

Luke joined GlobalData as a Trainee Reporter in April 2023, having graduated from the University of Manchester with a BA (Hons) degree in History. Initially, Luke wrote for Just Auto, covering the automotive industry, but now writes for Packaging Gateway, Retail Insight Network and Hotel Management Network.

Primark commits to more sustainable fashion with durability guidelines

Fast-fashion giant Primark has unveiled a new durability framework, designed to extend the lifespan of clothing and promote a more…
Shein prepares for London IPO with European roadshows

Online fashion giant Shein is gearing up for its highly anticipated London, UK, initial public offering (IPO) by hosting informal…
Retailers must adapt to Gen Z and Gen Alpha preferences

Retailers seeking to capitalise on the growing influence of younger consumers must emphasise their sustainability credentials and social media engagement,…
British Land bolsters retail park portfolio with £441m acquisition

British Land, a leading UK real estate investment company, has announced a significant expansion of its retail park portfolio with…
Klarna becomes official Apple reseller

Payment giant Klarna has expanded its offerings by becoming an official Apple reseller. This move allows Klarna's 25 million active…

M&S to recruit 11,000 workers for festive season

Retail giant Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced plans to recruit more than 11,000 new customer assistants to support its…
Frasers’ takeover attempt of Mulberry rejected

Luxury handbag maker Mulberry has decisively rejected a takeover bid from retail giant Frasers, controlled by billionaire Mike Ashley. The…
Amazon to create 15,000 seasonal jobs in the UK

E-commerce giant Amazon is expanding its workforce in the UK to meet increased demand during the upcoming holiday season. The…
Tesco expands rail network, reducing carbon footprint

Tesco, one of the UK's leading retailers, has further strengthened its commitment to sustainability by expanding its rail network. The…
Asda expands food waste reduction efforts with Too Good To Go rollout

Asda, one of the UK’s leading supermarkets, is continuing its commitment to reducing food waste by expanding its partnership with Too Good…