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World Retail Awards laud store design, sustainability and transformations

By Wei Zhang
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Alibaba and Walmart were jointly named Retailer of the Year at the World Retail Awards, which were held virtually last week.

Additionally, while Adidas London won the award from Outstanding Store Design for sites over 1200sqm, a collaboration between Singtel and Fitch took the under 1200sqm award.

“I’m delighted to have won this award and have this work recognized on the global stage,” said Johnathan Cummings, Landor & Fitch Greater China president.

“Our team rose to the challenge and formed a formidable combination with the Singtel team to deliver something that has delivered amazing results. I hope that it inspires the industry, brands, and agencies alike, to continue pushing boundaries and further shape the future of retail.”

Fashion brand Reiss took home the Retail Transformation and Reinvention award, while Best Customer Experience Initiative went to Bonprix for its ‘fashion connect’ store.

JD won the Sustainable Retailing Initiative award for its Green Stream initiative – the first time the awards have lauded companies for acting environmentally responsible.

Circular economy app Stuffstr was named the Retail Technology Game-Changer, while

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Which retailers were recognised with the top award at the World Retail Awards?

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Alibaba and Walmart were jointly named Retailer of the Year at the World Retail Awards ceremony, which took place virtually last week.

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What categories were acknowledged for store design?

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Outstanding Store Design was awarded to Adidas London for sites over 1200sqm, and to a collaboration between Singtel and Fitch for sites under 1200sqm.

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Which company received an award for its environmentally responsible actions?

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JD won the Sustainable Retailing Initiative award for its Green Stream initiative, marking the first time companies were lauded for acting environmentally responsibly.

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