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Home1 April, 2026
Curtain falls on French furniture chain Alinea: 1,200 jobs lost
The French furniture chain Alinea, owned by the Mulliez family (Auchan, Leroy Merlin, and others), is disappearing from the scene for good. The court declared the company bankrupt, and there were no potential buyers. This brings a 36-year retail history to an end and results in the loss of more…
Food1 April, 2026
Demand for healthy, non-alcoholic beverages gives Spadel a boost
The Belgian beverage group Spadel, known for brands such as Spa, Bru, and Wattwiller, has had an exceptionally strong year, thanks to consumers who are increasingly choosing healthy and natural beverages.
Fashion1 April, 2026
Nike falls flat in the third quarter: “work is not finished”
Sports giant Nike’s recovery is proceeding more slowly than hoped. Due to a combination of uncertain prospects, declining margins, and ongoing challenges in China, CEO Elliott Hill is asking for more time to turn the company around.
Food31 March, 2026
New CEO for Jumbo Belgium
Dutch entrepreneur Anrico Maat, former sales director at Jumbo, is succeeding Peter Isaac as director of Belgium for the Dutch supermarket chain. Isaac will remain with Jumbo Belgium as a strategic advisor.
Food31 March, 2026
Dutch chocolate makers Hands Off and Chocolatemakers are merging
Dutch chocolate manufacturers Chocolatemakers and Hands Off are merging to form The Chocolate Impact Group, with the aim of growing faster together in a market under pressure from volatile cocoa prices and structural shortages. Both companies specialize in sustainable chocolate.
Food31 March, 2026
Unilever and McCormick confirm mega deal
Unilever and McCormick have reached an agreement: the FMCG multinational is selling the majority of its food division to the American spice manufacturer. The headquarters of the new merged company would remain in the Netherlands.
General31 March, 2026
Grocery shopping is now the second-largest online sector in the Netherlands
Dutch consumers are already spending almost as much online on food as they are on travel. While spending on services such as travel and events is declining, physical products are regaining ground—partly thanks to Chinese online retailers.
Food31 March, 2026
French group Casino is recovering
Despite a substantial net loss caused by restructuring costs, the Casino retail group is seeing signs of recovery, with an improved operating result. However, an agreement with creditors has yet to be reached.
Food31 March, 2026
Duvel Moortgat looks beyond beer following first drop in revenue in 20 years
For the first time in two decades, sales at Duvel Moortgat are declining. As a result, the Belgian brewer is accelerating the rollout of non-alcoholic and new beverages. CEO Michel Moortgat is even considering an energy drink and possibly a proprietary soft drink.
Food31 March, 2026
Albert Heijn under fire for unhealthy bulk discounts
With an average of 1,000 weekly promotions such as “buy one, get one free” or “second item half price”, market leader Albert Heijn is the primary driver of sales promotions that encourage price hikes, less healthy food choices, and waste, according to the Dutch Consumers’ Association.
Food31 March, 2026
Lidl is looking to hire 240 new employees in Belgium
With the goal of opening six new stores each year, Lidl plans to hire more than 240 new employees in Belgium over the next 12 months. These positions span a wide range of roles, from store associates to logistics staff, across the country.
Food31 March, 2026
Wasbar launches a franchise scheme in Belgium and the Netherlands
The Belgian hospitality concept Wasbar aims to expand more rapidly in Belgium and the Netherlands through independent franchisees. The first franchise location is opening in Antwerp. The owner, Top Brands, is seeking prospective franchisees.