Korean convenience operator GS Retail has partnered with the KK Group to expand its operations in Malaysia. Master franchise deal The first store is on target to open next year, where KK Group will act as a franchisee for GS25 stores in Southeast Asia. Other Korean retailers entering the Malaysian market have signed similar agreements, supporting localisation and in-depth understanding of...

Watson’s first standalone store with drive-through service opens in Johor Bahru. New lifestyle concept The 4,865 sq ft store caters to shoppers in Johor Bahru and its neighbouring country in Singapore, about 15km from the border. Shoppers can make purchases through Watsons Mobile App and use the Click & Collect service to pick up their orders within four hours from the drive-through counter...

The sustainability initiative is piloted by A.S Watson at the Serpentine Green Shopping Centre Superdrug store in Peterborough, UK. This follows some of the efforts introduced in its Asian stores like the refillable stations and plastic recycling programs. New Greener Stores Global Framework The global framework for sustainable practises introduced by A.S Watson takes a holistic approach ...