WHSmith

GXO Releases Preliminary First Quarter 2024 Results

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Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Depreciation, Webcast, Michelin, Tax, Acquisition, GXO, Beauty, Growth, WHSmith

GREENWICH, Conn., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced selected preliminary financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.

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  • GREENWICH, Conn., April 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- GXO Logistics, Inc. (NYSE: GXO), the world’s largest pure-play contract logistics provider, today announced selected preliminary financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2024.
  • Malcolm Wilson, Chief Executive Officer of GXO, said, “Our solid preliminary first quarter results reflect the improving trend we noted earlier this year, and we anticipate continued sequential organic growth throughout 2024.
  • “Our pace of new business wins is accelerating, with a 55% increase year over year in first quarter wins.
  • GXO will hold its first quarter 2024 conference call and webcast on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time.

Orange County CBD Lands in UK Airports: A Game-Changer for Travel Wellness?

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Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Cannabis, Food, Beverage, Vitamins, Supplements, Women, Retail, Air, Transport, Men, Convenience Store, Consumer, Alternative Medicine, Natural Resources, Health, Other Travel, Transportation, Public Transport, Specialty, Travel, Relaxation, News, Heathrow Airport, WHSmith, EG Group, Partnership, Life, History, Airport, SPAR, Diving, Multimedia, Name, ASDA

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240410042137/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240410042137/en/
    Orange County end-of-aisle display Heathrow Airport (Photo: Business Wire)
    WHSmith isn't just any store.
  • By stocking CBD gummies, WHSmith is showing off the UK's progressive side, welcoming wellness, and relaxation into the often-stressful world of travel.
  • This team-up between Orange County CBD and WHSmith is a big step towards making CBD as normal and accepted as grabbing a vitamin gummy in the morning.
  • Leading the pack in the CBD world, Orange County CBD is all about premium, innovative products that make life just a bit brighter.

WHP Global Signs Exclusive Partnership with WHSmith for Toys"R"Us® Shop-in-Shops in the UK

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Friday, April 26, 2024
WHSmith, Magic, Partnership, Toy

NEW YORK, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- WHP Global ("WHP"), parent company of Toys"R"Us®, signed a long-term license agreement with leading global retailer WHSmith as the exclusive shop-in-shop partner for Toys"R"Us in the United Kingdom. Under the terms of the agreement, WHSmith will have the exclusive license for Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops in their High street stores, including  opening 30  new shops this Summer.

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  • Under the terms of the agreement, WHSmith will have the exclusive license for Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops in their High street stores, including  opening 30  new shops this Summer.
  • Following the successful launch of Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops in select WHSmith stores last year, this strategic partnership is part of WHP Global's mission to expand the presence of Toys"R"Us across the UK retail landscape.
  • "We've got off to a great start with the introduction of Toys"R"Us shops within WHSmith locations," said Stanley Silverstein, Chief Commercial Officer at WHP Global.
  • "We are thrilled to strengthen our relationship with WHSmith and expand the reach of Toys"R"Us to more locations across the UK.

Sidekick Soda Enters U.S. Market with Exclusive Launch in Erewhon

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
WHSmith, Erewhon, LOS, Soft drink, Soda, Drink, Family

LOS ANGELES, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Sidekick Soda, the vibrant and health-conscious soft drink brand from New Zealand, is excited to announce its launch into the United States market at Erewhon, a renowned health-food mecca in Los Angeles. Sidekick Soda offers a refreshing alternative to traditional soft drinks and alcoholic beverages, featuring a range of three lively flavors – Plum, Strawberry & Plum, and Mango – all crafted with approximately half the daily recommended dose of apple cider vinegar, and New Zealand honey. Sidekick Soda retails for $6.49 for 275 mL.

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  • "We're thrilled to launch Sidekick Soda in the US at Erewhon, where discerning customers will appreciate the unique flavors and wellness benefits of our New Zealand honey and apple cider vinegar drinks."
  • Sidekick Soda stands out in the market with its commitment to using real fruit, organic New Zealand apple cider vinegar, and pure New Zealand honey.
  • In addition to Erewhon, Sidekick Soda is available internationally at retailers such as New World and WHSmith stores in Australia.
  • Sidekick Soda invites everyone to join the fizzy fun and experience the goodness of their all-natural fruity soft drinks.

Philips Sleep Headphones with Kokoon guarantee a good night's sleep

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Apple Music, Pressure, Partnership, Ear, Noise, Life, 3D, Sleep, Light, TP Vision, Neck, CAPI, Airport, WHSmith, Philips, Mental health, Skin, Cassette tape, Telescopic sight, Consumer electronics, Spotify, Amazon, List of generation I Pokémon

The TP Vision and Kokoon partnership introduces the Philips N7808 sleep headphones – an intelligent, comfortable, and effective sleep solution.

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  • The TP Vision and Kokoon partnership introduces the Philips N7808 sleep headphones – an intelligent, comfortable, and effective sleep solution.
  • Available from October 2nd, 2023, the Philips Sleep Headphones combine TP Vision's acknowledged expertise in product design, development and manufacturing with Kokoon's unrivalled sleep science expertise derived from over a decade's intensive research.
  • The Philips Sleep headphones use an innovative 3D statistical shape model to optimize their design for sleep.
  • The Philips Sleep Headphones are priced at a recommended £249.99 /249.99 EURO /249.99 USD.

Philips Sleep Headphones with Kokoon guarantee a good night's sleep

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
Apple Music, Pressure, Partnership, Ear, Noise, Life, 3D, Sleep, Light, TP Vision, Neck, CAPI, Airport, WHSmith, Philips, Mental health, Skin, Cassette tape, Telescopic sight, Consumer electronics, Spotify, Amazon, List of generation I Pokémon

The TP Vision and Kokoon partnership introduces the Philips N7808 sleep headphones – an intelligent, comfortable, and effective sleep solution.

Key Points: 
  • The TP Vision and Kokoon partnership introduces the Philips N7808 sleep headphones – an intelligent, comfortable, and effective sleep solution.
  • Available from October 2nd, 2023, the Philips Sleep Headphones combine TP Vision's acknowledged expertise in product design, development and manufacturing with Kokoon's unrivalled sleep science expertise derived from over a decade's intensive research.
  • The Philips Sleep headphones use an innovative 3D statistical shape model to optimize their design for sleep.
  • The Philips Sleep Headphones are priced at a recommended £249.99 /249.99 EURO /249.99 USD.

Dalata Hotel Group PLC: Directorate change

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Friday, July 14, 2023
United Kingdom, Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, ESG, Finance, East Anglia, WHSmith, University of East Anglia, Risk, Management, Travelodge

Dublin and London | 14 July 2023: Dalata Hotel Group plc ("Dalata" or the "Group" or the "Company"), the largest hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, announces the appointment of a new independent non-executive director.

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  • Dublin and London | 14 July 2023: Dalata Hotel Group plc ("Dalata" or the "Group" or the "Company"), the largest hotel operator in Ireland with a growing presence in the United Kingdom and continental Europe, announces the appointment of a new independent non-executive director.
  • The board is pleased to announce that Jon Mortimore will join the board as an independent non-executive director on 1 August 2023.
  • Jon is a graduate of the University of East Anglia and a member of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants.
  • "I am delighted to welcome Jon to the Dalata board; he brings extensive executive experience across various consumer businesses in the UK and international markets, including in the hotel sector.

WHSmith Set to Bring Toys"R"Us® Back to the High Street for UK Shoppers This Summer

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Thursday, June 1, 2023
Partnership, Hot Wheels, Magic, Life, UK Commercial Property Trust, Star Wars, Giraffe, LEGO, Playmobil, WHSmith, Toys "R" Us, Peppa Pig, Department store, Toy

NEW YORK, June 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- WHP Global, owner of Toys"R"Us, announced today a new retail partnership between WHSmith and Toys"R"Us ANZ Limited for the launch of 9 WHSmith High Street stores which will be unveiling new Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops from this month to bring the beloved children's toy brand back to the UK high street.

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  • The magic of Toys"R"Us will come to life in WHSmith with branded shop-in-shops rolling out in 9 high street locations across the UK.
  • Sean Toal, Managing Director, WHSmith High Street commented: "At WHSmith, we're always exploring new opportunities to launch exciting, new product ranges to our customers on the high street, and our partnership with Toys "R" Us certainly does this!
  • Simon Cartey, UK Commercial Director at Toys"R"Us added: "Our new Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops at WHSmith create the perfect home for Toys"R"Us as it returns to the UK high street shopping scene.
  • A further 8 Toys"R"Us shop-in-shops will be opening in the following WHSmith High Street stores throughout the summer:

Staffbase Builds on Strong Growth with Trio of C-Suite Hires

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
Human resources, Communication, Software as a service, F. A. Davis Company, G2, Intranet, WHSmith, Morrison, CMO, Marketing, Organization, Stiebel Eltron, Motivation, CFO, Growth, Telekom, Grid, CPO, Management, Finance

Strategic hires come at a key moment in Staffbase's journey and will help the company take things to the next level.

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  • Strategic hires come at a key moment in Staffbase's journey and will help the company take things to the next level.
  • "It's great to see how far Staffbase has come on our journey to helping companies around the world improve communication and engagement with their employees," said Dr. Martin Böhringer, CEO of Staffbase.
  • Representing the company's growth and progress, Staffbase also announced today three executive new hires.
  • With the appointment of Patel, Morrison, and Burnand, Staffbase further strengthens its executive team and is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory.

Staffbase Builds on Strong Growth with Trio of C-Suite Hires

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Thursday, April 20, 2023
Human resources, Communication, Software as a service, F. A. Davis Company, G2, Intranet, WHSmith, Morrison, CMO, Marketing, Organization, Stiebel Eltron, Motivation, CFO, Growth, Telekom, Grid, CPO, Management, Finance

The company also announced the expansion of its executive team with three C-Suite level new hires.

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  • The company also announced the expansion of its executive team with three C-Suite level new hires.
  • "It's great to see how far Staffbase has come on our journey to helping companies around the world improve communication and engagement with their employees," said Dr. Martin Böhringer, CEO of Staffbase.
  • Representing the company's growth and progress, Staffbase also announced today three executive new hires.
  • With the appointment of Patel, Morrison, and Burnand, Staffbase further strengthens its executive team and is well-positioned to continue its growth trajectory.