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"Brands - and I'm talking of suppliers brands - will play an increasingly important role in the future." "In ten years at the latest, we...View comment...
Hardware and tools - Taiwan
Strong export nation
The Taiwanese hand tools industry placed emphasis on quality at the International Hardware Fair in Cologne, with the winners of the Taiwan Excellence Award... View article...
Obi
Good and bad companies
Customer, customer, customer: that’s how Obi’s current business strategy could be summarised. Sergio Giroldi demands that not only his company, but... View article...Garden
Green alone is not enough
Fresh fruit, vegetables and meat are attracting additional customers: Thermoflor has implemented a new entrance concept with food hall for the View article...
Autumn cut with an eBike
And lawnmower with vacuum cleaner technology: Bosch uses its know-how from other company divisions for its garden equipment
Nordic focus country
Thorsten Schwenecke, Brand Marketing Manager Europe at Char-Broil, explains why Denmark is so important for the grill provider
Shifts in the European market
The demand for flowers and plants is growing. The industry is coping with challenges such as Brexit and the Russian crisis while opening up new View article...
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Leroy Merlin
Global roll-out
Groupe Adeo digitalises its retail management. Leroy Merlin made the start in Russia, now it continues View article...
Suppliers
Batavia
Look back with a smile
Ten years ago, Henk van Ommen founded the Dutch tool provider Batavia. In DIY International he takes stock on its special anniversary View article...
Regional report
USA - Revionics
Using floor space efficiently
Planning of the sales area and price management are two of the most important disciplines in retailing. How good are the Americans at these? DIY International asked the specialist, Revionics, about this View article...
Events
IAW
A broad spectrum
The International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports – IAW in Cologne is seen as a barometer for the industry. Hardware and garden articles also have their place here View article...