18.09.2025
Amini opens exhibition areas in Paris and London

Amini has expanded its presence in Europe’s design capitals with two new exhibition areas in the Rubelli showrooms of Paris and London. The London location was inaugurated in mid-September at the Chelsea Harbour Design Centre during the Focus event. Paris will follow on 21 October with an exclusive space in the historic Rubelli showroom in Saint-Germain-des-Prés.
18.09.2025
Pad strengthens distribution in Belgium and Luxembourg

Pad is expanding its international sales structure: from now on, sales representative Kris van Walleghem will be responsible for the Belgian and Luxembourg markets. He brings decades of expertise and a broad network to the role and will oversee the Pad and Proflax brands.
16.09.2025
The 52nd Mömax store in Germany opens in Aschersleben
On 17 September 2025, Mömax will open its 52nd store in Germany, located in Aschersleben, south of Magdeburg. The new branch was created in just two and a half months by converting a former Roller store and now offers 3,500 square metres of modern, digitally equipped retail space, providing 14 jobs in the region.
16.09.2025
Tapijt Museum Genemuiden reopens

Following extensive modernisation, the Carpet Museum in Genemuiden reopened in September 2025. Queen Máxima performed the official opening ceremony on 11 September. The exhibition traces the development of carpet production – from rush mats in the 18th century and later coconut and sisal fibres to modern synthetic yarns.
12.09.2025
Kibek reopens flagship store in Elmshorn (Germany)

Following a three-month refurbishment, Kibek has reopened its flagship store in Elmshorn (Germany) with 20,000 sqm of retail space. The new store concept – first implemented earlier this year at the Hanau branch – focuses on transparency, clear orientation, open layouts and modern price communication. Around 2,500 LED spotlights provide a bright and inviting atmosphere.
12.09.2025
Heimtextil Trends 2026/27 – Craft meets Hightech

Under the theme “Craft is a verb”, Heimtextil highlights the central trends for 2026/27. The focus is on the interplay between craftsmanship and technology: digital designs are transformed into woven jacquards or embroidery, 3D-knitted structures emerge, and generative patterns link analogue and digital processes. The colour palette spans earthy shades such as sand, clay, soot and olive, contrasted with vivid digital tones like neon green, lilac and bright screen blue – combining natural calm with contemporary energy.
10.09.2025
Jysk: New strategy phase until 2028

Jysk has launched a new strategy phase running until the end of fiscal year 2028. The focus is on strengthening its presence in existing markets – particularly with new stores in European metropolitan areas such as Madrid. In addition, the company will invest around EUR 268 M in IT infrastructure, online shopping and digital customer platforms.
02.09.2025
Brüder Schlau: Insolvency proceedings under self-administration opened
On 1 September 2025, the Local Court of Bielefeld opened insolvency proceedings under self-administration for the German Brüder Schlau Group, which also includes the Hammer specialist stores.
In June, Brüder Schlau had declared itself insolvent. The number of wholesale branches (Schlau) has since decreased from 63 to 61, while the number of Hammer specialist stores has fallen from almost 180 to 172. No information is currently available on the status of the restructuring efforts for the group.
02.09.2025
Ikea Germany: CEO takes over in the Netherlands

Walter Kadnar, who has been CEO of Ikea Germany since October 2022, took over as head of Ikea Nederland on 1 September 2025. The succession process for the German country organisation is under way; in the interim, Sandra Stibale, Deputy Country Retail Manager Ikea Germany, is managing the furniture retailer.
06.08.2025
Retail Trends 2026: Online event by the Frankfurt consumer goods fairs
On 27 August 2025 from 10:00 to 11:00 a.m., Ambiente, Christmasworld and Creativeworld invite you to their free online event “Retail Trends 2026” as part of the Digital Academy. Renowned retail futurist Kate Ancketill will explore key developments in global retail – from digital assistants to international concepts and new forms of customer engagement.