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The article presents an interview with Dennis Muilenburg, chairman, president and chief executive officer at Boeing Co., discussing how to steer a company with 145,000 employees and nearly 100 billion dollars in annual sales into the future. Other topics discussed include Boeing Global Services, Boeing winning orders for Chinook helicopters, guided weapons systems in Saudi Arabia and the proposed NMA (New Midsize Airplane).

The article discusses how Airbus Group NV plans to stay ahead of new challengers by pursuing a transformative path. Airbus chief executive officer Tom Enders aims to take Airbus from legacy aircraft manufacturer to something new, transforming processes and operations, making the company more digital and streamlining operations.

The article reports that Aerojet Rocketdyne Holdings Inc. and Orbital ATK Inc. have been remaking themselves in the face of commercially oriented business climate in which competitors operate. Aerojet announced plans for a second phase of its Competitive Improvement to consolidate its sites while centralizing and expanding its presence.

The article discusses views of consumers on premium products, ingredient labels and additives. Topics discussed include how bath additives drive sales by offering health benefits, growth in shower products market, and expansion in the plant based coffee creamers industry and favor varieties in this category.

The article focuses on Tim Clark, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the airline industry company Emirates. Clark is named 2013 Person of the Year by the publication. He is cited for his role in the company's growth into the world's fourth-largest airline in terms of revenue per passenger mile. The importance of Emirates within all aerospace industries due to its extensive purchases of jet transports is discussed.

The article reports on the decline in growth and profit margin of Middle East-based airlines including Emirates, Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways and Turkish Airlines. Topics covered include questions on the airlines business models and strategies, their failure to consider market share and market trends, loss reported by the airlines and the decline in revenue per available seat kilometer.

The article focuses on the ability of new U.S. aerospace chief executive officers (CEO) to solve problems like their senior counterparts. Industry experts express doubts that the new breed of CEOs are up to challenges faced by senior ones such as setting research and development (R&D) budget. Some of the problems awaiting CEOs in 2010 cited by the authors are limited military budgets, new commercial policies, growth sustainability, aging workforce and new competition. Brief profiles of new CEOs are also provided.

The article reports that General Dynamics Corp. has topped the 2006's ranking of large aerospace companies. The ratings was based on the Top-Performing Companies study. The study analyzed a combination of metrics to determine how well the industry's publicly traded companies are performing at the operating level. From 1991-94 General Dynamics sold almost half its assets, including core businesses such as the F-16, tactical missiles and Cessna. It then embarked on a carefully planned acquisition strategy, investing more than $15 billion in properties that are generating some of the best returns in the business.

The article discusses the business planning of supermarket network Albertsons Cos. Inc. It mentions that the firm is seeing strong sales at its legacy stores, and it has been able to benefit from the turnaround at the stores it acquired from grocery firm Supervalu. It presents the views of Andrew Wolf, managing director for BB&T Capital Markets, in this regard.

The article offers information of the growth and expansion of Publix Super Markets, which has been recognized as the 2015 Marketer of the Year by the "Supermarket News" (SN) journal. Topics discussed include the company's emphasis on customer service and employee engagement, the advertising campaign produced by the company to further expand its reputation in a new market in North Carolina, and the company's marketing strategy.

The article presents updates on the financial performance of several airlines. Operating profits have increased significantly so far for Deutsche Lufthansa AG in 2008, and it expects to achieve a full-year operating profit about the same as the €1.4 billion in 2007. Aer Lingus Group PLC posted $163-million net earnings, reversing the $88-million loss in 2006. Westjet Airlines Ltd. has grown by an average of 183% over the past three years, with net profit nearly doubling to C$193 million in 2007.

The article reports on the global expansion of the aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) industry. Consolidation is likely to continue, partly because the market is still highly fragmented, says August Henningsen, chairman of Lufthansa Technik (LHT). The growth of the MRO market is being driven, at least in part, by the growth in outsourcing. To increase market share, LHT continues to expand its service offerings and innovations, grow its global group of companies and invest in efficiencies.

The article reports on the impact of dollar stores' slow growth on meeting the demand of consumers in the U.S. The author mentions that the crawling growth of the said companies resulted to its speculated mergers and acquisitions. Moreover, he said that the merger of Family Dollar Stores Inc. and Dollar General Corp. resulted to the provision of affordable consumer prices. INSET: NEW FORMATS HOLD PROMISE FOR DOLLAR STORES.

The article reports on an announcement by WinCo Foods Inc. that it expects to become more aggressive in its growth over the next few years. It is noted that 89 stores in seven U.S. states are operated by WinCo, owned by an employee stock ownership plan. It is stated that WinCo is scheduled to open its first stores in Texas while continuing to grow within its existing markets.

The article reports on the effort of multinational retail corporation Wal-Mart Stores Inc. to strengthen its competitiveness in food and consumables market in the U.S. It mentions that the company has a television campaign which is aimed at increasing its sales of fresh produce and other means of driving growth. It states that a strategy based on expense controls and price investments would continue to drive growth according to Bill Simon, chief executive officer of Walmart U.S. INSETS: MOBILE KEYS E-COMMERCE AT WAL-MART;INSIDE SAM'S SENSORY LAB;'AMERICAN-MADE' MAKES A COMEBACK AT WAL-MART;DIVERSE OPPORTUNITIES FOR WALMART INTERNATIONAL

The article reports on Joe Kelley, new chief executive officer of Marsh Supermarkets Inc., who has said that he intends to drive hard in pursuit of sales after taking over and his vision is to reestablish Marsh's growth through renovated stores, new locations and acquisitions, and recasting Marsh's value proposition to include a pricing element in conjunction with its equity for service and community ties. Kelley also said that he inherited a chain with a good reputation but dwindling sales.

The article focuses on United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI) which is looking to expand the customer base for its specialty offerings and double its Canadian business. Steven L. Spinner, president and chief executive officer (CEO) of UNFI, said the plan is to come together as one company instead of operating as a group of separate divisions. He said the goal of the company is not to centralize the buying process but to run the business on a national basis.

The article focuses on Bristol Farms' chief executive officer (CEO) Kevin Davis' plan regarding the independent chain's expansion. Davis refers to the opportunities offered by both Albertsons and Supervalu for the company's growth. Davis details the chain's short-term plan which includes the growing of the store base by one or two new locations in a year.

The article discusses business policy at retail chain store, Dominick's Finer Foods Inc., that focuses on customer satisfaction even after 85 years since being in retail trade. Reportedly, though Safeway Inc. acquired Dominick's in 1998, the customer orientation and loyalty had been key business policies at the chain store.

The article reports on Wal-Mart Stores Inc. which is finding out innovative ways to operate in smaller stores. The strategy adopted by Wal-Mart is meant for the company's growth across the U.S. as it knows how to find more efficient ways of doing the same things in ever-shrinking spaces. Wal-Mart is also developing a newer concept in the form of a store of 75,000-80,000 square feet called Neighborhood Marketplace which will include food-and-drug components as well as the drive-through pharmacy.

The article discusses the commitment of Tesco PLC for the long-term growth of Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market Inc., its subsidiary company, in the U.S. According to the chief executive officer (CEO) of Tesco, Terry Leahy, he knows that Fresh & Easy will be a success, they just have to wait until the economy recovers and that the stores are well loved by customers that they got great reviews from them. Industry observers doubt its capability in making an impact on supermarkets.

The article presents information on chain store Harris Teeter Inc. The company founded in 1960 in Charlotte, North Carolina has 189 in eight states and the District of Columbia. It is stated that the 1980s were a time of geographic growth for Harris Teeter and marked the begin-of a noticeable leaning toward an upscale positioning in markets where it operated.

The article presents information on the growth of Ahold USA Inc.'s Web-based Peapod division, even after the completion of its 20 years. Peapod was software installed onto a user's hard drive via diskette. Headquartered in Lake Zurich, Illinois, Peapod offers Internet grocery ordering and delivery in metro Chicago and also in East Coast markets served by Ahold's Stop 6k Shop and Giant-Landover banners.

The article reports on the business success of Associated Wholesale Grocers (AWG) Inc. in the U.S. The company has recorded increased volume of more than seven billion dollars since 1999 generating an annual volume of 10.6 billion dollars every year. It reveals that the company's growth was brought by its acquisitons with grocery chains across the country which help expand its operations and reach out to a wide group of customers. AWG also manages Always Low Price Stores (ALPS). INSET: EXPANDING ITS REACH.

The article reports on the increasing sales of ready-made meals in supermarkets in the U.S. It says that supermarkets are developing programs for the quick preparation of prepared meal. It further states that supermarkets that sells prepared foods have a sales increase of 5%-7%. In addition, prepared foods can be a big relief for working people.

The article presents information on Family Dollar Stores Inc., which is celebrating its 50th anniversary in 2009. The firm emphasizes value and convenience by keeping costs low by limiting advertising, centralizing management and buying functions. In recent years, the company has expanded its food offerings and is planning to add private-label foods in its line. INSET: THE FAMILY BEHIND FAMILY DOLLAR.

The article offers recent developments related to business expansion during economic slowdown. As per Ric Jurgens, chief executive officer (CEO) at Hy-Vee, his company is proactive in its hiring practices. Steve Smith, CEO at K-VA-T Food Stores says, he has hired former managers of casual-dining restaurants. Though specialists in recruiting and retention have seen some impact from the economic slowdown on recruiting practices overall they say that the industry has not slowed.

The article discusses the strategic planning of Alec Covington, chief executive officer (CEO) of Nash Finch Co., created and implemented three years ago for the welfare and development of the company. Covington has made it clear from the beginning of his tenure that he was going to run the company with a focus on growing Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization or Enterprise Multiple (EBITDA), rather than earnings per share.

The article presents information on four independents operators that are defying the economic downturn and forging ahead with bold new retail stores. Grant McLoughlin, executive vice president at Fresh Grocer, the Drexel Hill, Pennsylvania-based independent says that they are willing and able to grow, and they are looking for opportunities where they can expand their base of stores. Another operator is Crisp Grocery, which currently operates a single 17,000-square-foot location in Monroe, Utah.

The article informs that since emerging from Chapter 11 bankruptcy two years ago this month, Winn-Dixie Stores Inc. is moving forward with an aggressive remodeling program. Financial results are also improving but the challenges posed by the weakened economy may make Winn-Dixie's climb a bit tougher and cause a delay in any ultimate turnaround. Winn-Dixie has completed 96 remodels in the past two years, with 74 more stores due for upgrades by the end of the chain's fiscal year in June 2009.

The article focuses on the growth in the number of cooperative wholesalers in the U.S. given their acquisition and expansion activities. Jim Denges, chief executive oficer (CEO) of Central Grocers, is preparing to expand his business through the assimilation of the former members of a local competitor Certified Grocers Midwest. According to National Cooperative Bank, all of the largest grocery cooperatives had strong sales and profit growth in 2007.

The article reports on the continued growth of some supermarkets despite building slowdown in the U.S. Such slowdown is not affecting big supermarkets with good locations and good market share than those which are new to the market, considering the ability to deliver quality sites as one of the growth factors. Others address issues related to renovations and property management in times of economic slowdown, because it can be a good time to buy low-performing stores but with strong locations. INSETS: VACANCY RISING;A LOOK AT STORE CLOSINGS.

The article reports on the expansion plans of Minneapolis, Minnesota-based SuperTarget. The company operates nearly 1,600 stores, of which 210 are SuperTargets, accounting for an estimated 19% of the chain's total sales--approximately $12.3 billion out of 2007 volume of $63.4 billion, according to industry sources. After opening 22 locations in 2005, 19 in 2006 and 33 in 2007, Target plans to open 40 more units in 2008, 44 in 2009 and 48 in 2010.

The article focuses on the growth of Zingerman, a delicatessen based in Ann Arbor, Michigan, which celebrates its 25th year anniversary in 2007. The company philosophy, which is to treat staff and customers well, has energized the staff, bred customer loyalty and continues to push sales up. Co-owners Ari Weinzweig and Paul Saginaw says they live by their service guidelines. The company has exceeded sales projections at just over $30 million.

The article profiles Safeway Stores, a supermarket chain based in Pleasanton, California. Since a course correction in 2003, the company's financial performance and marketing clout have resulted in steady growth and prosperity through a combination of efforts, converting its store base to a lifestyle format. Safeway believes its corporate strategy of combining a series of initiatives to create a national brand, regardless of what banner will ensure its long-term success.

The article focuses on the growth of New England retailer Roche Bros. through the upholding of its values and continually raising the bar on quality. This growth has been a cause of concern for chief executive officer (CEO) Rick Roche if it threatens the essence of what has endeared the retailer to its customers, employees and vendors for over half a century. INSETS: A Fish Story;Branching Out.

The article focuses on the challenges faced by Wal-Mart as it plans to expand in the U.S. Despite being one of the biggest growth stories in the history of American business, Wal-Mart Stores seemed to have stalled its growth. The company faces an entirely different set of challenges than it did when it first started building discount stores in rural Arkansas in 1962. INSETS: 'Greening' Wal-Mart's Image;Ho-Ho-Hum for the Holidays.

The article reveals that the Springfield, Massachusetts-based retailer, Big Y, is pursuing an offensive strategy designed to gain advantage over the competition and check encroachment into its markets in western Massachusetts and southern Connecticut. A profile of the company, which is celebrating its 70th anniversary, is provided.

The article reports on the importance of database marketing program for Kroger retail company. The company, which ranks second on Supermarket News' 2006 list of the Top 75 North American food retailers with $59.2 billion in annual sales, reported a healthy 4.7% increase in same-store sales (excluding fuel) for its fourth quarter. Mike Schlotman, Kroger's senior vice president and chief financial officer, pointed to the company's customer loyalty data as an important driver of our identical sales growth.

The article stresses the importance of expanding store base to independent grocers in the U.S. There are savvy independents ready to seize opportunities by turning underperforming real estate into a growth asset. However, growth through acquisition or new store development remains a risky business. Meanwhile, Rob Rowe demonstrated how a single entrepreneur saw an opportunity in the food retailing business and purchased seven Albertsons stores in Jacksonville, Florida. INSET: Community Support.

Emphasizes the success of H. E. Butt (H-E-B) Grocery Co. in expanding the chain's business in Mexico. Factors that influence H-E-B to put up their business in Mexico; System of food retailing used by H-E-B in its Mexican stores; History of H-E-B. INSET: H-E-B Mexico Faces New Competition.

Features Virginia-based K-VA-T Food Stores Inc. Store expansions of the company; List of initiatives that the company is undertaking as it prepares to celebrate its 50th anniversary in November 2005; Information on the Tri-Cities division of the company. INSET: A Guiding Force for Half a Century.

Discusses the plan of food wholesaler Nash Finch to succeed in helping its customers grow their business and expand its own distribution operations. Significance of the consolidation of wholesalers according to Nash Finch CEO Ron Marshall; Plans of the company for its retail store business; Decision of the company to focus on retail distribution and on the military supply division.

Details the history and business growth of Supervalu. Tradition of the company that serves as the foundation of its operation according to Jeff Noodle, chairman, president and chief executive officer; Origin of Supervalu; Stores acquired by Supervalu.

Discusses the financial performance of U.S. supermarket operators in the first half of 2004. Factors attributed to the growth struggle of supermarket operators; Comments from PUPS Investment Management principal Jonathan Ziegler on the status of the industry; Details of the financial performance of Boise, Idaho-based retailer Albertsons.

Focuses on the impact of the plan of Wal-Mart to expand stores in Northern California on supermarket operations in California. Plan of Wal-Mart to open 40 supercenters in California by 2008; Legal challenges faced by Wal-Mart in several communities in the state; Response of Wal-Mart to the law enacted in Los Angeles requiring big-box store operators to present the city with their own economic impact studies indicating the effect of a store opening on existing businesses. INSETS: A Changed Environment in Southern California;Up North, Safeway and Strong Independents.

The article discusses the continued dominance of American retailer Kroger Co. in the supermarket space proven by its identical store sales growth. According to Scott Mushkin of Wolfe Research, the ability of the firm to leverage its data analytics to drive its business decisions is a big competitive advantage on the continued growth. The adoption of Kroger on the decade-old click-and-collect program from acquired supermarket chain Harris Teeter Inc. is also tackled.

The article focuses on the evolution of fast-casual chicken segment with expansion of established concepts to a higher-quality poultry menu in the U.S. It is mentioned that the nation consumed 90 pounds of chicken a year in 2015 and the average check at fast-casual chicken restaurants tends to skew higher about 10 dollars with drinks. It is also stated that Super Chix plans to add five locations in the U.S. in 2017.

The article offers information on the growth of airline company Qantas Airways Ltd. in its search for sustainable profits. Topics mentioned include the restructuring initiative of the company, as well as its transformation program to meet its goal, the addition of the 787s airplanes, and company's project to introduce high-speed wireless fidelity (Wi-Fi) connectivity throughout its fleet

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