New Directions in Marketing Campaigns
Seven of the world’s leading automakers – BMW Group, General Motors, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Mercedes-Benz Group, Stellantis NV – are creating a joint venture to accelerate the transition to electric vehicles in North America, by making EV charging more convenient, accessible and reliable. The joint venture will include the development of a new, high-powered charging […]
Rove, a developer of full-service electric vehicle (EV) charging centers, confirms plans to build six locations in Southern California. Focused on fast, smart, and reliable charging, each Rove will host 40 ultra-fast, direct-current fast chargers (DCFC), capable of reaching speeds up to 350 kW – making a full charge possible in as little as 15 […]
Coca-Cola has announced that by 2030, 25% of its global product volume will be served to consumers in reusable packaging. Reusable packaging options include returnable bottles and refillable cups for fountain dispensers. The company is accelerating its test-learn-scale approach with several reusable packaging pilots in North America, including a new partnership with r.Cup – which […]
Sam’s Club has launched self-service recycling units in the Northwest Arkansas area. With a goal to launch 30 or more this year, Sam’s Club aims to make recycling more accessible to communities. Through this new self-service recycling program, communities will be able to drop off materials from eight different waste streams, including paper boxes, PET […]
Taco Bell is on track to operate 10,000 U.S. based restaurants in the coming years by leveraging a variety of asset types including Cantinas that provide localized urban experiences, to a new iteration of Go Mobile that will lead the industry in digital-forward restaurants. Furthering the Taco Bell portfolio is the newest iteration of Go […]
QDOBA, a fast-casual Mexican restaurant with 750 locations in the U.S., Canada, and Puerto Rico., is planning for rapid expansion. The privately held company expects to double in size over the next decade, with plans to open 40 new restaurants this year, followed by 60 in 2024, and 80+ annually beginning in 2025. “QDOBA is […]
Woof Gang Bakery & Grooming, the leading pet service franchise brand in the U.S. with 230 locations open or under development across 20 states, is accelerating its growth with more than 55 stores in development, putting the brand on track to double the number of store openings for the second consecutive year. “Our rapid success […]
Lowe’s and Petco have expanded their pilot program that brings trusted products and services, for both home and pets, into a one-stop shop, growing from 15 Lowe’s stores to 300 locations. Focusing on rural communities across the country, this expansion offers a new convenience to shoppers, providing access to pet supplies and veterinary care along […]
F1 Arcade, the world’s first official Formula 1 simulator racing experience to put socializing at its core, is opening its first US location in Boston Seaport in March 2024. Combining social gaming with the thrills of Formula 1, as well as best-in-class food and drink offerings, the unique hospitality concept has set ambitious US expansion […]
Starbucks has certified its 3,508 Greener Stores globally, expanding the program to 20 markets. This latest round of certifications sets the company well on its way to achieving its goal of 10,000 Greener Stores globally by 2025. Starbucks Greener Stores Framework, co-developed with the World Wildlife Fund, includes a set of 25 performance-based standards across […]
Chipotle Mexican Grill announced a new all electric restaurant design that maximizes energy efficiency in its equipment and systems and utilizes 100% renewable energy from wind power and solar through the purchase of certified renewable energy credits. The company recently opened restaurants with the new features in Gloucester, VA and Jacksonville, FL, with a third […]
SG Echo, a leading developer of modular structures, has designed, delivered and installed two Quick Serve Restaurant (QSR) units in Arkansas on behalf of a franchisee for Domino’s. The units arrived on-site already roughly 90% completed from the SG Echo factory. These two stores serve as a proof of concept for future stores with the […]
Wendy’s has formed a new partnership with Pipedream, a hyperlogistics company, to pilot its underground autonomous robot system with the goal of delivering digital food orders from the kitchen to designated parking spots in seconds, for faster and more convenient pick-up experiences for Wendy’s digital customers. Wendy’s is the first quick service restaurant (QSR) to […]
Farm.One has opened its Neighborhood Farm in Prospect Heights, Brooklyn. The hydroponic indoor vertical farming company is known for its unique and flavorful luxury salad greens, specialty herbs, edible flowers and microgreens serving local chefs and its Farm Membership direct-to-consumer program. Farm.One’s low-volume, high touch, “kitchen table” approach has brought accolades from both local residents […]
Kroger Co. and Gotham Greens, an indoor farming pioneer, are bringing greenhouse-grown produce and fresh, plant-based foods to more customers across the country. Kroger customers can find Gotham Greens’ produce in more than 300 stores today, with plans to expand to nearly 1,000 stores by the end of 2023. The expansion of Gotham Greens’ plant-based […]
The Home Depot is partnering with DSD Renewables (DSD) to install 13 megawatts (MW) of solar power on the rooftops at 25 store locations in California. This is a part of The Home Depot’s renewable energy goal to produce or procure 100 percent renewable energy equivalent to the electricity needs for all Home Depot facilities […]
In line with its goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, Lowe’s has announced details of rooftop solar panel installations at 174 store and distribution center locations nationwide. Once each site is completed, the solar panels will provide 90% of the energy usage at each location. Lowe’s rooftop solar panel installations will span […]
The NBA and Cosm, a leading immersive technology, media, and entertainment company, have announced a multi-year partnership that will feature a new live game viewing experience for fans. In this first-of-its-kind partnership, Cosm will produce and present select games from NBA League Pass, the league’s out-of-market live game streaming service, in immersive 8K on large-scale […]
McDonald’s has opened a test restaurant located just outside Fort Worth, TX. There’s a brand new way to pick up your order: The Order Ahead Lane. The Order Ahead Lane is a separate Drive Thru lane where customers receive their orders via a food and beverage conveyor. “At McDonald’s, we’ve been setting the standard for […]
Tim Hortons reimagines its classic restaurants to launch two new next generation restaurant designs in the U.S; a 900 sq.ft. drive-thru only model and 1600 sq.ft. restaurant with an updated design and 24-seat dining room. The new restaurant model offers guests an improved customer experience, while maintaining Tim Hortons’ warm and welcoming feel of a […]