September 14, 2020 by Jeffrey Woldt
Ahold Delhaize, Jeffrey Woldt
2020, Issue 09-14-2020, Issues, Opinion
The trust stemming from Ahold Delhaize’s effective response to the coronavirus pandemic (which was examined in this space in the last issue of MMR), together with its long-standing commitment to delivering a comprehensive omnichannel experience, bodes well for the company as it looks to a post-COVID world. “We strongly believe in the combination, under the
August 24, 2020 by Jeffrey Woldt
Ahold Delhaize, COVID, Jeffrey Woldt
2020, Issue 08-24-2020, Issues, Opinion
The impact on retailers of the COVID-19 pandemic has varied considerably, even among sellers of essential products. Ahold Delhaize is one of the companies that, in the words of president and chief executive officer Frans Muller, has managed to “translate this unprecedented demand … into outstanding results.” Speaking after the release of Ahold Delhaize’s second
August 5, 2020 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Ahold Delhaize president and CEO Frans Muller, Frans Muller, second quarter
Leading Headlines, Money, Retail News, Uncategorized
ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize posted net sales of €19.1 billion ($22.71 billion) in the second quarter. That is an increase of 17.1%, or 15.9% at constant exchange rates. Comparable sales growth (excluding gas) was up 20.6% in the United States and 10.2% in Europe. The company saw net consumer online sales increase by
June 10, 2020 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, King Kullen, King Kullen Grocery Co., Stop & Shop
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BETHPAGE, N.Y. — Ahold Delhaize said Wednesday that its Stop & Shop division’s planned acquisition of King Kullen Grocer Co. is off. A joint decision was made to terminate the acquisition deal because an agreement about terms of the deal could not be reached, Ahold Delhaize said in a statement. The initial announcement of the proposed merger
May 7, 2020 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Ahold Delhaize president and CEO Frans Muller
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize posted strong sales gains in its fiscal first quarter, the company announced Thursday, as consumers visited its stores in the U.S. and in Europe to stock up on food and other necessities during the COVID-19 pandemic. The company reported first quarter net sales of €18.2 billion ($19.47 billion), up
February 24, 2020 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Frans Muller, sustainability
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize on Monday detailed new long-term targets for its “Healthy and Sustainable” initiative. The company said its efforts are intended to help its customers make healthier and more informed product choices, while increasing product transparency and eliminating waste. “Food-related diseases and the impact of climate change are affecting billions of
December 16, 2019 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, frictionless store
2019, Issue 12-16-2019, Issues
QUINCY, Mass. — Ahold Delhaize is testing its version of a “frictionless store” on both sides of the Atlantic. The concept allows customers to scan a debit card, take the items they want from store shelves and leave without going through a checkout. In the United States, the trial is being conducted at the offices
November 6, 2019 by MMR
2019 third quarter, Ahold Delhaize, Food Lion, Frans Muller, Hannaford, Stop & Shop
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize reported that online sales gains and a solid performance in U.S. stores helped drive increased sales for the third quarter. “We saw a strong overall performance at our U.S. brands, particularly at Food Lion and Hannaford,” Ahold Delhaize president and chief executive officer Frans Muller said in a statement.
October 24, 2019 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Frans Muller, Jeff Carr, Natalie Knight
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize has named Natalie Knight executive vice president of finance, effective March 1. She will also serve as member of the executive committee. Knight will succeed Jeff Carr, who will leave Ahold Delhaize when his current term expires in April 2020. The month overlap in their tenures will ensure a
September 13, 2019 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Hanshow Technology
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize said Friday it formed a strategic partnership with Hanshow Technology to introduce digital in-store applications for its European brands. As a first step in this collaboration, the brands will deploy Hanshow’s electronic shelf labels across their store networks. In addition, Ahold Delhaize and Hanshow will set up a Joint
September 9, 2019 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Ahold Delhaize chief financial officer Jeff Carr, chief financial officer, Frans Muller, Jeff Carr
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ZAANDAM, the Netherlands — Ahold Delhaize chief financial officer Jeff Carr plans to leave his post in April 2020, the company said on Monday. Carr, who has served as CFO since 2011, has informed the company that he will not stand for another term as member of the management board after his current term expires
March 4, 2019 by MMR
Ahold Delhaize, Charleston, Columbia, Florence, Food Lion, Food Lion president Meg Ham, Myrtle Beach
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SALISBURY, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize’s Food Lion chain said Monday that it will remodel 92 stores in the greater Myrtle Beach, Florence, Columbia and Charleston, S.C., markets this year. The $158 million capital investment will fund the remodels as well as price reductions, expanded assortments and increased staffing at the stores. “Food Lion is proud