Africa / Middle East
Middle East luxury retail pioneer Michel Chalhoub died at 89
Michel Chalhoub, founder and chairman of the Chalhoub Group, passed away on July 30th, 2021. As a legacy, he leaves behind him a group...
Surya Brasil records double digit growth and aims for Africa
Focusing on semi-permanent natural hair dyes the brand recorded 15% sales growth in Brazil in 2020 and is forecasting 20% growth in...
Jendaya, a new luxury e-commerce platform focused on Africa
Prada, Givenchy, and Marine Serre are just some of the labels that will be available on this new luxury platform aimed at African...
“The Travel Retail market will adjust”, David Dayan
Beauté Luxe, the global leader of perfume and cosmetics distribution in airports and border shops, and via airlines, has just signed a...
Bogart Group expands its retail network in the United Arab Emirates
Bogart Group is about to further extend its April fragrance chain by opening two new elite boutiques in the United Arab Emirates. The...
L’Oréal to change the geographical scope of some commercial zones
L’Oréal is changing the geographical scope of some of its commercial zones. The decision follows the departure of Jochen Zaumseil,...
New EMEIA & LATAM Executives at Firmenich Fine Fragrances
Geneva-headquartered perfume and taste manufacturer has promoted new executives in the Europe and Latin American regions, effective...
Beautyworld Middle East rescheduled to October 2021
Beautyworld Middle East has been rescheduled to take place in 2021, organiser Messe Frankfurt Middle East confirmed. The trade show’s...
A.S. Watson Group partners with Al-Futtaim to enter the Middle East market
Hong Kong-headquartered A.S. Watson Group has signed an exclusive franchise agreement with Al-Futtaim to launch their flagship health...
Iberchem Group expands activity in Africa with new subsidiary in Pretoria
The Iberchem Group is expanding its presence on the South African market by bringing together the teams of Iberchem, Scentium and...
