What: the redesign of the Belgium department store chain

Why it is important: The renovation is part of a strategic relaunch programme, in which the retailer wants to focus more on a premium positioning

The Belgian division of Galeria Karstadt Kaufhof has planned to renew its 16 stores across Belgium in order to focus more on a premium positioning. The retailer will also open an online marketplace this year and plans to partner with new and key players, especially in the food sector. The change should take place over the next three years.

A first store, in Schoten near Antwerp, has already been remodeled -read the article below for the details.

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