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Sports Direct opens first Nordic store in Helsinki

Sports Direct has expanded into the Nordics with a new store in Helsinki, Finland. The Frasers Group-owned retailer has selected a 30,000 square foot site in Helsinki Citycenter Mall for its regional debut, as it continues to grow its international footprint. Over two floors, the store will offer an extensive range of sports and lifestyle brands...

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Inside Fashion in Helsinki 2026: From shaping Nordic identity to platforming new voices

This month, Helsinki is preparing for a new edition of its annual Fashion in Helsinki event. With an official schedule running May 26 to 30, the occasion is overflowing with independent, young, and in some cases well-established talent from the region, underlining the city’s status as a growing fashion capital. While many of these locations...

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Helsinki Airport to gain 700 square meters of retail space

Travelers going to or passing by Finland’s capital, Helsinki, will soon have new shopping options while waiting at the airport. Swiss travel retail company Duffry has signed a seven-year contract to operate seven new premium and luxury stores at Helsinki Airport, including Longchamp, Coach, Jimmy Choo and Chloe. In total, over 700 square meters...