CACI reveals changing consumer patterns in leisure

CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, has revealed a series of changing consumer patterns in the leisure sector. The data comes from CACI’s new platform, Brand Dimensions, which compares spend across 300 well-known brands representative of the UK market, and highlights the growth of competitive socialising concepts as cinema visits decline.

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Aqua Restaurant Group signs at The Yards for new Italian concept, Luci

Longmartin Properties Ltd, a joint venture between Shaftesbury Capital and the Mercers’ Company, has announced that Aqua Restaurant Group has chosen The Yards, Covent Garden as its location of choice to launch its latest Italian deli and bakery concept, Luci. Reinforcing the destination’s appeal in securing high-quality restaurant debuts, Luci will occupy a 9,000 sq ft space at 136 Long Acre and specialise in authentic Italian flavours.  

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French Connection selects Icon Outlet at The O2 for first outlet store in six years

Icon Outlet at The O2, which is owned and operated by AEG and Crosstree Real Estate Partners, has announced French Connection, the global fashion retailer, is set to make its London outlet debut at the destination, marking its first outlet store opening in six years. The signing signifies a milestone moment in the brand’s journey and is a testament to the destination attracting leading international retailers.

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Vinted matches Primark's cashless transactions in clear indication of pre-loved retail growth

CACI, the consumer and location intelligence specialist, has revealed that Vinted, the online marketplace, has matched Primark for the number of cashless transactions in March and April. The data comes from CACI’s new platform, Brand Dimensions, which compares spend across 300 well-known brands representative of the UK market.

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Amendments to plans for the most sustainable and intelligent workspace in Cambridge submitted to Council

Design changes have been submitted for Botanic Place, a new office scheme with planning permission being developed by Railpen and Socius, which will see the delivery of the most sustainable and intelligent workspace in the UK, outside of London. The amendments, which are currently under review by Cambridge City Council, will significantly reduce the carbon impact of construction, improve energy efficiency, promote active travel with greater accessibility and priority for cyclists over cars, and enhance the volume of accessible shared outdoor green space.

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Badiani continues its expansion with a new shop in Balham

Badiani, the renowned gelato producer, is thrilled to announce its continued expansion in the UK with the opening of a new shop in Balham on  Hildreth Street. Set to open its doors on 6th July, Badiani Balham will be the first to sell fresh, made-to-order pasta, alongside its usual offering of award-winning gelato, desserts and pastries. 

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Luxury childrenswear boutique to join the King's Road

Sloane Stanley has announced the signing of the luxury Childrenswear boutique,  Il Porticciolo, for its London flagship at 253 King’s Road. The London-based, Italian-produced clothing label is set to open on the Sloane Stanley Estate in early September.

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