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.

Amazon reaches 50 renewable energy projects in India

Amazon has achieved a significant milestone with the completion of its 50th wind and solar project in India. This latest…
Asda completes acquisition of EG Group’s UK business

Asda has successfully finalised the acquisition of EG Group's UK business at an enterprise value of £2.07bn ($2.51bn). Zuber and…
Lidl and Kipster form pioneering partnership for new egg range

Lidl GB has partnered with Kipster, making it the first grocer in Great Britain to offer a range of eggs…
Aurelius in talks to acquire The Body Shop

In a disclosure by Sky News, Aurelius Group, a private equity investor linked to Footasylum, is reportedly in talks to…
Crocs launches retail takeback pilot programme

Footwear brand Crocs is introducing a retail takeback pilot programme in the US to address environmental concerns. This initiative encourages…

Sainsbury’s celebrates opening of new wind farm in Scotland

Sainsbury’s has celebrated the opening of the Longhill Burn Wind Farm in Scotland, featuring Siemens Gamesa turbines, a leap toward…
Tesco UK CEO Jason Tarry to step down

In a significant move, Jason Tarry, who's had a career spanning more than 33 years at Tesco, will step down…
Tesco report reveals progress in healthier basket initiatives

Tesco said its efforts to promote healthier shopping baskets have shown a significant impact, with 3.3 million customers purchasing at…
Amazon introduces AI-powered image generation for advertising

Amazon has introduced generative artificial intelligence (AI) technology to provide advertisers with tools to improve their campaigns and create more…
Pret A Manger and Dallas International form JV for US expansion

Pret A Manger (Pret) has formed a joint venture partnership with existing franchisee Dallas International (Dallas) to expedite US expansion…