Top 7 grocery retail stories from around the world
ShelfLife’s pick of the week’s top global industry stories from around the world, focusing on grocery retail
Print2 March 2026
From retail tech moves to brand shake-ups, supply chain shifts, and in-store innovation, this week’s round-up spotlights the key developments reshaping the grocery industry worldwide.
Whether it’s a strategic pivot by a major retailer or a breakthrough in how food gets from shelf to shopper, these are the stories you can’t afford to miss.
1) Ocado to cut 1,000 jobs globally
Ocado Group will axe about 1,000 roles, around 5% of its workforce, as part of a cost-cutting restructure, according to BBC.
The move comes amid widened pre-tax losses and weaker demand for its technology partnerships.
2) Delivery Hero reports strong Q4 performance
Delivery Hero has reported strong fourth-quarter results as it continues transforming into an everyday app for customers worldwide.
The company said growth was driven by expanding offerings beyond food delivery and deeper customer engagement across markets.
3) Co-op appoints new supply chain director
The Co-op Group has appointed a new Group Supply Chain and Logistics Director to lead its operations.
The move is part of efforts to strengthen its supply chain resilience and efficiency across the business.
4) ALDI becomes UK’s highest paying supermarket
ALDI has set a new pay benchmark as the UK’s highest paying supermarket, boosting wages for store and distribution teams.
The move reflects its ongoing investment in people and talent retention across the business.
5) Target removes certified synthetic colours from cereals
Target has recently announced its entire cereal assortment will be made without certified synthetic colours to meet changing consumer preferences.
The move reflects growing demand for cleaner, more natural food options.
6) SPAR partners expand and modernise in Spain
SPAR partners in Spain are expanding the retail network with the opening of a new supermarket in Vilanova del Camí, Central Catalonia, and the modernisation of the SPAR Lomo Los Frailes store in Gran Canaria.
The investments focus on enhanced customer experience, sustainability measures and convenience services such as fresh departments, bakery, coffee areas and digital labelling.
7) Tesco says partnerships key for farming resilience
Tesco UK CEO says collaboration with farmers and suppliers is vital to building resilience across the UK farming sector.
The approach focuses on fair pricing, innovation and long‑term sustainability to support rural communities and food security.
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