Focus on diversity and togetherness as another REWE To Go Gleisbox opens at Cologne Central Station

A second REWE To Go Gleisbox has opened its (bright pink) doors at Cologne Central Station, this one on platform six/seven.

In a LinkedIn post, Jenny Ramme, Director National Expansion & Business Operations at REWE To Go, said: "Whether you're on your way to work, planning a trip or just in the mood for something delicious, our new Gleisbox is the perfect stop for fresh snacks, hot and cold drinks and delicious pastries. Everything is fast, uncomplicated and directly on the platform."

"And that's not all: This is only the second of a total of five new track boxes that will make your life at Cologne Central Station easier. In addition to our huge store in the market hall under platform five/six, we are now unbeatably there for you."

She added: "But the special thing about our new track box is not only the colour - it is also a symbol. A symbol of diversity and togetherness that we live and celebrate at REWE To Go. With the pink colour, we are setting an example: for openness, for respect and for the fact that everyone is welcome - no matter where they come from, what they look like or who they love. Especially here, at Cologne Central Station - a place of encounter and exchange - we want to show how important it is to stand together and celebrate diversity."

2025 RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

Physical retail will be a key focus area at the 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards.

The awards. which will open for entries in March, celebrate global tech innovation in a fast moving omnichannel world.

Our 2024 hall of fame entrants were revealed during an event which took place at RIBA’s 66 Portland Place HQ in Central London on 21st November, and consisted of a drinks reception, three course meal, and awards ceremony presided over by comedian Lucy Porter.

In his welcome speech, Scott Thompson, Founder and Editor, RTIH, said: “The event is now into its sixth year and what a journey it has been. The awards started life as an online only affair during the Covid outbreak, before launching as a small scale in real life event and growing year on year to the point where we’re now selling out this fine, historic venue.”

He added: “Congratulations to all of our finalists. Many submissions did not make it through to the final stage, and getting to this point is no mean feat. Checkout-free stores, automated supply chains, immersive experiences, on-demand delivery, next generation loyalty offerings, inclusive retail, green technology. We’ve got all the cool stuff covered this evening.”

“But just importantly we’ve got lots of great examples of companies taking innovative tech and making it usable in everyday operations - resulting in more efficiency and profitability in all areas.”

Congratulations to our 2024 winners, and a big thank you to our sponsors, judging panel, the legend that is Lucy Porter, and all those who attended November's gathering. 

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