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Amazon UK trends
GS1 UK engagement manager for marketplaces, Pradip Khagram, explores the key trends set to shape the e-commerce landscape this year.
Industry news
18/03/2025
The Old Newton Primary School project: building a smarter future with GS1 standards
Through a powerful collaboration between Natural Building Systems, Circuland, OrcaScan and GS1 UK, the Old Newton School project showcases how GS1 standards are transforming the built environment.
Industry news
17/03/2025
Food Waste Action Week 2025: tackling waste with GS1 standards
How GS1 standards are powering pioneering food waste initiatives around the world.
Industry news
17/03/2025
GS1 UK Healthcare Conference ticket competition
A chance for two NHS professionals to win a complimentary full two-day conference pass, with House of Lords, to the GS1 UK Healthcare Conference.
11/03/2025
GS1 General Specifications updated for 2025
An overview of the key updates relevant to members and partners.
Industry news
25/02/2025
Unlocking loyalty: transforming retail with technology and trust
Discover how innovative brands are using QR codes powered by GS1 to enhance transparency and connect with consumers.
Industry news
20/02/2025
Understanding the CPR update and the role of the DPP
GS1 UK head of construction, Shervin Yousefzadeh, explores recent updates to the EU's Construction Products Regulation and the steps businesses can take to prepare.
Industry news
13/02/2025
Biotiful Dairy’s recipe for success
How Biotiful Dairy founder, Natasha Bowes, took her business from fledgling startup to the UK's leading kefir brand.
Industry news
28/01/2025
The future of retail: six transformative trends shaping 2025
We share six key trends that are set to define the retail landscape this year.
Industry news
27/01/2025
Polytag and Ocado’s pioneering QR pilot expands
Polytag and Ocado’s QR pilot has expanded significantly, with QR codes powered by GS1 now being used across 60 products.
Industry news
27/01/2025