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Lanch, a Berlin-based startup, is innovatively merging the worlds of food and influencers by partnering with creators to launch unique food delivery brands. The company recently secured $6.9 million in funding after successfully launching a pizza brand, “Happy Slice,” in collaboration with German YouTubers Knossi and Trymacs, which sold over […]
In a recent TrendTalk webinar by Rational on July 6, 2022, industry experts gathered to discuss the evolution and future of ghost kitchens. The panel included representatives from successful ghost kitchen startups and restaurant chains who shared their experiences and insights into this rapidly growing sector. Melina Michna, co-founder of […]
In a significant restructuring move, Getir has announced its decision to lay off over 10% of its global workforce, translating to 2,500 jobs. This decision comes after diminishing demand in the rapid grocery delivery sector post-pandemic. Having acquired its competitor, Gorillas, in a £1.2bn deal the previous year, Getir currently […]
Getir, the ultrafast grocery delivery platform, has decided to pull out of Spain, Italy, and Portugal. This strategic move aims to concentrate the company’s financial resources on markets that present more robust opportunities for operational profitability and sustainable growth. This decision follows reports by the Spanish trade union CCOO in […]
A Culinary Power Move In the ever-evolving world of food delivery, giants are always on the move. A prominent player, Delivery Hero has made headlines with its latest acquisition. Delivery Hero has unveiled its ambitious plan, sealing a deal worth $297 million. The objective? To fully acquire HungerStation, a leading […]
The management board of EY Germany has decided to make “various structural changes subject to co-determination,” the company said. EY Germany has announced plans to make “various structural changes” in response to its failure to detect fraud at Wirecard AG, resulting in a loss of several mandates and shaken confidence […]
February 2022 The fast grocery-delivery service, Getir, operates by delivering groceries within 10 minutes of ordering. The company uses “dark stores” as distribution hubs to achieve this quick delivery. This has led to complaints from city authorities about the disruption caused in neighborhoods. Amsterdam and Rotterdam have banned new dark […]
‘Wow, the first time I’ve seen this.’ ALDI is a German discount supermarket chain. It was founded by brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht in 1946 and is currently headquartered in Essen, Germany. ALDI operates over 10,000 stores in over 20 countries worldwide, primarily in Europe and North America. It is […]
It appears that Getir, a Turkish company, has acquired Gorillas, a German company, in a deal that values Getir at around $8.8 billion. Both Getir and Gorillas are quick commerce companies operating in the space of on-demand delivery of groceries and other goods. According to the information provided, Getir is […]
It continues to be a very rough week for e-commerce companies in Europe. In the latest development, TechCrunch has learned and confirmed that Getir — the $12 billion quick commerce upstart that provides grocery essentials and sundries and promises delivery in minutes — is cutting 14% of its staff globally. […]