E-Commerce & Retail Tech

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – July 21, 2025 – Gentlebrand Design Agency, part of the Sidel family, has partnered with Uzbekistan-based Toshmineralsuv to deliver a strategic redesign of its iconic Tashkentskaya mineral water, introducing a sleek PET bottle that strengthens the brand’s premium positioning while honoring its legacy.

Renowned for its purity and sourced from a natural spring 1,371 meters underground, Tashkentskaya mineral water now debuts in a refined PET format aimed at enhancing market presence and consumer appeal. This initiative underscores Gentlebrand’s ability to blend deep brand insight with bold creative execution in competitive consumer markets.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING - July 01, 2025 - The 10th BHB-GardenSummit in Cologne once again demonstrated its commitment to sharing strategies and trends that can strengthen the garden retail sector, bringing together over 110 industry leaders despite notable absences among exhibitors and experts.

Keynote Emphasizes Importance of Green Assortments

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – April 18, 2025 - ECR Live! brings together the brightest minds in retail and industry to shape the next chapter of the shopper experience.

A landmark event in Hamburg’s Factory Hammerbrooklyn
On July 1–2, 2025, the vibrant city of Hamburg will transform into the epicenter of innovation in the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. ECR Live! is back—and this year, it’s combining shopper passion with urban harbor flair to inspire, connect, and accelerate collaboration across retail, industry, and services.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – March 05, 2025 - Meta Description: Discover how the 38th IAW Trade Fair and Asia-Pacific Sourcing 2025 in Cologne are setting new benchmarks in international trade, retail promotions, and global sourcing with innovative exhibitors, dynamic networking, and expert digital insights.

In a landmark moment for the global trade community, Cologne is set to host two premier events that promise to redefine retail promotions and international sourcing. The 38th International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports (IAW) and Asia-Pacific Sourcing 2025 will run concurrently from March 11 to 13, 2025 at the renowned Koelnmesse. Together, they bring decades of industry expertise and cutting-edge innovation to a single stage, making Cologne a hub for dynamic business networking and trade excellence.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Feb. 17, 2025 – EuroCIS 2025, Europe's leading trade fair for retail technology, is set to be the largest edition to date. From February 18th to 20th, the event will host approximately 500 exhibitors from over 35 countries, occupying more than 15,000 square meters of booked net space.

Who should attend?

The trade fair will welcome visitors from various sectors, including retail and wholesale, hospitality, food service & catering, leisure, financial services, and banking. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore the latest advancements in retail technology and discover detailed solutions across a wide range of areas. These include merchandise & supply chain management, POS software and hardware, HR, robotics, security & loss prevention, cash management, and pricing.

Focusing in Future-Proofing Retail

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 29, 2025 – Koelnmesse and the German Association for the Digital Economy (BVDW) have extended their contract for hosting DMEXCO, ensuring that Europe's leading event for digital marketing and technology will remain in Cologne for the long term.

Koelnmesse and BVDW Extend DMEXCO Partnership

This agreement solidifies Cologne's position as a hub for the digital economy and underscores the enduring success of DMEXCO. Gerald Böse, CEO of Koelnmesse, expressed his enthusiasm for the extended partnership, stating, "The contract extension is a vote of confidence and lays the foundation for a successful future. It is also a positive impulse for Cologne as a business location and strengthens its position as a hotspot of the digital economy."

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – Jan. 09, 2025 – Fifteen years after its successful debut in Cologne, DMEXCO is expanding into the international market for the first time. Koelnmesse, CloserStill Media, and the German Association for Digital Economy (BVDW) jointly announce the launch of DMEXCO ASIA, premiering on October 8th and 9th, 2025, in the dynamic Southeast Asian economic hub of Singapore.

Like its flagship event in Cologne, DMEXCO ASIA will serve as a central hub for decision-makers from the digital economy, marketing, and innovation sectors in Asia. This launch marks a significant milestone, integrating into Tech Week Singapore and merging with the established eCommerce Expo and Technology for Marketing trade fairs. It will now be known as "eCommerce Expo|DMEXCO ASIA" within Tech Week Singapore.

A Strategic Partnership for Growth

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 15, 2024 - The International Trade Fair for Retail Promotions and Imports (IAW) is set to mark a significant milestone as it celebrates two decades of retail innovation and growth. From its humble beginnings in Hanover in 2005 to its current status as a global trade show, the IAW has continually evolved, drawing together an international community of exhibitors, buyers, and industry experts.

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – October 17, 2024 – GS1 Germany recently honored outstanding collaborative projects in the retail industry with its prestigious Efficient Consumer Response (ECR) Award. The award ceremony, held in Bonn, recognized companies for their innovative and collaborative approaches to optimizing processes within value networks, ultimately enhancing consumer satisfaction.

The ECR Award Categories

The ECR Award is presented in three categories: Collaboration Excellence, Innovation Excellence, and Sustainability Excellence.

ECR Collaboration Excellence Award 2024

SHERIDAN, WYOMING – September 15, 2024 – DMEXCO 2024, the leading digital marketing and tech event, is gearing up to offer a comprehensive exploration of the industry's most pressing topics and trends. Taking place in Cologne, Germany, on September 18th and 19th, this year's conference promises to deliver a wealth of insights and inspiration for marketers, advertisers, and tech enthusiasts.

Masterclasses and Keynotes to Empower Businesses

DMEXCO 2024 will feature a series of masterclasses and keynotes designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and tools to thrive in the ever-evolving digital landscape.