Relaxed Covid-19 Restrictions Are Good News for “World of Private Label”

The Dutch government has eased Covid-19 restrictions and travel rules, a move that will benefit both attendees and exhibitors at PLMA’s “World of Private Label” international trade show this December. The industry is looking forward to experiencing the unique energy of an in-person show. News anchor Judith Kolenburg shares details with guest Jan Van Lier, PLMA’s International Trade Show Director. In other news, Hans Kraak reports on the growth of online grocery shopping and how pure players are capitalizing on the market. Available in English only. Click here to download video.

Executive Education Programme, 26-27 October 2021

PLMA’s Executive Education Programme includes lectures and interactive sessions, designed for both manufacturers and retailers. The curriculum covers what executives need to know about private label: private label strategy, manufacturer-retailer relations, new product development, consumer trends, marketing and e-commerce. For more information, please contact PLMA International Council at info@plma.nl or call +31 20 575 3032.

Passing the Baton: EuroCommerce Prepares for New Director General 

Christian Verschueren, Director General of EuroCommerce since 2011, plans to step down at the end of the year. Verschueren comments on the state of the industry and his successor’s role in implementing a new multi-year strategy at the organisation. Among the topics discussed: sustainability, the response to changing shopper behaviour and digital transformation. All this and more in this month’s exclusive interview with host Edgar Elzerman. Available in English only. Click here to download video.

Private Label Analysis in Europe 

What are the latest developments of private label and FMCG in Europe? Research firm Nielsen IQ analyzes countries and categories, and gives an outlook for the years ahead. For more details on the latest private label data, go to plmainternational.com/yearbook. Available in English only, Click here to download video.