ZIWO is a B2B SAAS company. They help successful companies to reach their customers from anywhere with a single interface that brings value in your conversations. According to Renaud, Ziwo’s call center services and solutions primarily target the B2C space—serving industries such as e-commerce, banking and finance, insurance, and retail. He also shares insights into the company’s future vision, emphasizing the strategic importance of the Middle East market for ZIWO’s growth and expansion.
The Product Guys is a six-year-old technology consulting company headquartered in Dubai. The Middle East is a key market for them. Rohan provides deeper insight into how they help technology companies achieve their goals, while Geetansh explains why the Middle East is so important to The Product Guys. Rohan highlights a crucial point by stating that the Middle East is becoming the AI capital of the world. He adds that if you have any technology or software needs, The Product Guys are here to help.
In-Solutions Global is a company with over 20 years of experience and is well-known in the payments industry. They have worked with major banks in India and have formed alliances with several banks and fintech companies in the Middle East. In-Solutions Global has been operating in the Middle East for about 15 years. Ivan shares insights into In-Solutions Global’s future plans for the Middle East market. He also discusses the Jaywan cards. In-Solutions Global is the first Indian fintech company to have the Jaywan cards.
OneIngage is a marketing and tech socials company from Turkey. They offer solutions for all your marketing needs. The company is now expanding its operations from Turkey to the Middle East, starting with the UAE. Kerem Emre provides deep insights into why OneIngage chose Middle East for expansion over other global regions. Kerem also shares the history as to how the company started. OneIngage works with some of Turkey’s biggest advertisers. The company has 3 main divisions: Technology, Media and Creative. As one of the largest independent media agencies, OneIngage has partnered with big media groups.
The reports note that 360 One and Centrum Wealth are in talks to facilitate secondary deals worth Rs 300 to 350 crore in the company
As the jewellery retailer BlueStone prepares for its public market debut, private wealth management arms of 360 One and Centrum Wealth are in talks to facilitate secondary deals worth Rs 300 to 350 crore in the company, as per the reports.
The reports noted that this transaction will value the company at Rs 10,500 crore. This is around 30 per cent higher than its Rs 8,100 crore valuation from August 2024’s funding round. The reports added that both platforms will sell the stakes to their clients ahead of the company’s public market debut.
RB Investments will be exiting the company through the deals, the reports added, while mentioning that it holds a 2 to 3 per cent stake in BlueStone. It is likely to make a 10 to 12 times return on its investments.
In an earlier development, BlueStone filed its draft red herring prospectus (DRHP) with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) in December. It got the approval in April. The reports noted that the IPO involves a fresh capital raise of Rs 1,000 crore and an offer-for-sale (OFS) component of around 24 million shares.
In August 2024, the jewellery retailer had closed a Rs 900 crore funding round. The round saw participation from Peak XV Partners, Prosus, Think Investments and others. The reports emphasised that the company raised Rs 40 crore in debt in May 2025.
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Ikea now owns the land and building of its Perth location at Innaloo following a settlement with GDI Property Group.
The investment includes four peripheral buildings leased to external tenants and provides a strong foundation for the organisation’s growth.
“The success of the Perth market for Ikea Australia has enabled us to invest with confidence and optimism for further growth and development,” said Ikea Australia Ceo and chief sustainability officer Mirja Viinanen.
Last year, the Perth store achieved the highest sales growth of all Australian Ikeas, up 10 per cent by volume year-on-year and recording the highest daily turnover in the retailer’s history in thre market.
“Ownership opens the door to making new improvements to our home, finding efficiencies within our physical space and installing infrastructure to support our omnichannel growth and bold sustainability goals,” said Viinanen.
Moving forward, Ikea will consider upgrades to its Perth store, including the installation of rooftop solar PV panels, EV chargers for delivery vehicles, and a transition to renewable energy for its heating and cooling.
Author Credits- Darshana Gupta
Inside Retail
Customers in Saudi Arabia (KSA) will now be able to get their e-commerce orders same or next day thanks to the launch of Jingdong (JD) Logistics’ JoyExpress delivery service.
The new express delivery service will also offer cash-on-delivery services and end-to-end supply chain logistics solutions and will help create local jobs in the last-mile sector.
JoyExpress will offer a suite of additional value-added services, including address changes, temporary return storage, scheduled deliveries, reverse pickups and insurance coverage. It will also support cross-border shipping, customs clearance and local transportation, offering a fully integrated solution for international and domestic commerce.
“The launch of JoyExpress marks a key milestone in JD.com’s international journey and business development in Saudi Arabia,” said Charlie Peng, head of Middle East at JD Logistics. “Jingdong Logistics will provide leading edge services to our customers in KSA and importantly align with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 strategy with its focus on logistics and job creation.
“We look forward to expanding JoyExpress across the Kingdom, bringing our industry-leading large-item delivery and installation capabilities to the market, while continuously enhancing our sector-specific supply chain logistics capabilities in areas such as apparel, electronics and fresh goods.”
With the launch of JoyExpress, JD Logistics has now established a fully self-operated logistics chain in the Middle East, encompassing warehousing, transportation and last-mile delivery. Moving forward, the company said it will continue to scale its global warehousing network, expand international flight routes and enhance multimodal transportation capabilities to better serve customers and partners across the region.
Author Credits- HAZEL KING
Parcel and postal technology INTERNATIONAL
ATLANTA — Jamba, one of the seven iconic brands within the GoTo Foods platform company, continues to expand its footprint beyond traditional storefronts through strategic retail partnerships, driven by the Retail Licensing Division at GoTo Foods.
Through these partnerships, Jamba is making smoothie-inspired flavors more accessible to fans across the US and Canada. From grocery aisles to online carts, the innovative Jamba product formats meet rising demand for on-the-go options: making it easier for fans to celebrate their brightest self with Jamba anytime, anywhere.
This growing portfolio now includes drink mixes, frozen smoothie kits, fruit snacks, and direct-to-consumer smoothie boxes – each designed to meet consumers where they are and offer the vibrant flavors Jamba is known for.
Jamba Singles to Go! Drink Mix Sticks
Launched in partnership with The Jel Sert Company, these individually wrapped drink mix sticks allow consumers to enjoy Jamba on-the-go. Available in 3 Jamba-inspired flavors, Razzmatazz®, Mango-a-Go-Go®, and Strawberries Wild®, the low-calorie packets offer 3g of energy, essential vitamins, and convenience in every sip.
Jamba At Home Smoothie Kits
Jamba At Home Smoothies will soon offer a ready-to-blend solution for fans craving their favorite flavors at home. Each kit will feature pre-packed frozen fruit and new BOOSTED cubes containing functional benefits like protein, vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. With 9-13g of protein per pack in iconic Jamba flavors like Orange Dream Machine®, Strawberries Wild®, and Razzmatazz®, these convenient, easy-to-make kits offer a quick delicious way to power your day, ideal for breakfast, post-workout, or any time in between.
Jamba Fruit Flavored Snacks
A few aisles down, Jamba Fruit Snacks transform smoothie-inspired flavors into chewy, melt-in-your-mouth gummies. Available in Mango-a-Go-Go™ and Strawberry Surf Rider™, these vibrant treats offer a new way to enjoy the bold, fruity taste of Jamba – no blender required. Available at grocery stores nationwide.
Direct-to-Door Smoothie Innovation with Jamba x Revive Superfoods Smoothie Boxes
Continuing their successful partnership, Jamba and Revive Superfoods have expanded their co-branded smoothie line with two new offerings: Raspberry Lychee and Banana Mocha. These join Tropical Strawberry and Apple Matcha to round out a four-flavor lineup of ready-to-blend, no-sugar-added smoothies delivered straight to the homes of consumers. Jamba fans now have the option to order individual, ready-to-blend smoothie cups or select the one-click Jamba box featuring the complete Jamba x Revive flavor lineup.
All Jamba x Revive offerings are portioned for convenience and optimized for nutritious, flavorful enjoyment at home.
“We’re always looking for exciting, meaningful ways to grow our brands and a multi-channel approach is a powerful strategy,” said Dave Mikita, President of International and Retail Channels at GoTo Foods. “We’re meeting our fans where they are and making it easier than ever to enjoy Jamba, wherever life takes them.”
With these innovations, Jamba is rapidly redefining how and where fans engage with the brand, bringing the smoothie shop experience to grocery aisles, freezers, pantries, and doorsteps nationwide.
About Jamba®
Founded in 1990, Jamba is a leading global lifestyle brand that specializes in serving freshly blended fruit and vegetable smoothies, made-to-order bowls, fresh-squeezed juices and shots, as well as boosts and bites for those on the go. As of March 30, 2025, Jamba had over 770 locations across 34 U.S. states, along with presence in South Korea, the Philippines, Taiwan, Singapore, Australia, Guatemala and Saudi Arabia.
About GoTo Foods
Atlanta-based platform company GoTo Foods LLC (formerly known as Focus Brands) is a leading developer of global multi-channel foodservice brands. As of March 30, 2025, GoTo Foods, through its affiliate brands, is the franchisor and operator of over 6,900 restaurants, cafes, ice cream shoppes and bakeries in all 50 states and over 65 countries and territories under the Auntie Anne’s®, Carvel®, Cinnabon®, Jamba®, Moe’s Southwest Grill®, McAlister’s Deli® and Schlotzsky’s® brand names, as well as the Seattle’s Best Coffee® brand on certain military bases and in certain international markets. The iconic GoTo Foods brands benefit from strong enterprise growth engines, including marketing, digital, technology and franchise sales & development to propel growth and brand performance.
GoTo Foods is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work®, the most definitive “employer-of-choice” recognition, and the only recognition based entirely on what employees report about their workplace experience for the second consecutive year.
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Amazon will invest more than Rs 2,000 crore (about $233 million) in India in 2025 as it strengthens its logistics and safety standards, said the ecommerce company on Thursday.
The investment will be used for expanding and modernising the company’s infrastructure, employee safety and wellness initiatives, and developing technologies for its fulfillment network.
The planned outlay highlights Amazon’s ambition to operate what it calls India’s “safest, fastest, and most reliable” logistics network. The company said the new capital commitment builds on a series of prior investments that have enabled it to service every deliverable postal code in the country.
“For over a decade now in India, we have been focused on building the best-in-class logistics infrastructure — designed to deliver with safety, speed, scale, and reliability for our customers across the country,” said Abhinav Singh, vice-president – operations, Amazon India and Australia. “These latest investments reflect our commitment to continually expand and upgrade our operations across our fulfilment, sortation and delivery network.”
India remains a critical growth market for Amazon, which continues to face intense competition from rivals like Walmart-owned Flipkart, Reliance’s JioMart and the Tata Group.
Amazon plans to use the investment in India to launch new sites and upgrade existing facilities across its fulfilment, sortation, and delivery network. The move is aimed at boosting processing capacity, speeding up order fulfilment, and improving overall operational efficiency.
The facilities will feature energy-efficient systems and new technology. Amazon says its fulfilment centres are designed for accessibility, with ongoing improvements in cooling, safety measures, and rest areas to support employee well-being and create an inclusive work environment.
The investment highlights Amazon’s strategy to deepen its logistics footprint in India, enhance customer experience, empower sellers, and support local economic growth.
Amazon has invested more than $11 billion in India, including data centres, fulfillment facilities, a nationwide logistics network, digital payment infrastructure, and technology aimed at digitizing small sellers and boosting exports. The company has also directed capital toward enhancing customer experience, supporting local content creators, and expanding its entertainment offerings.
In June 2023, Amazon CEO Andy Jassy reaffirmed the company’s long-term commitment to the country during a meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi. At that time, Amazon announced plans to invest an additional $15 billion in India by 2030. This would bring its total investment in the market to $26 billion, underscoring the strategic importance of India as a key growth driver for the company.
Author Credits- Peerzada Abrar
Business Standard
Linax is a VR and XR content creator producing experiences such as movies, and games. Yiyi talks about their upcoming project which, was specially created for the Middle East market. She also explains why the Middle East is an important market for Linax.
