Global Supermarket News; 26 July 2024 – Today marks the grand opening of a new service station and Co-op store at Platts Roundabout, Billingshurst, West Sussex. This launch is part of a franchise agreement between Co-op and EG On The Move, signifying a strategic move for both companies.
Features Of The Co-op New Service Station And Store in Billingshurst
24-Hour Services And Fresh Offerings
Platts Corner Services have opened a 24-hour service station and convenience store which is packed with facilities such as electric vehicle charging, cash machine, Starbucks self-serving coffee machine. The store focuses on fresh chilled healthy eating alongside everyday essentials; meal ideas; prepared sandwiches; food-to-go; Fairtrade products; flowers; car care – as well as free-from, vegan and plant-based foods to meet different dietary needs.
Food Options
Sbarro New-York style pizza and Subway are among the food options available at the service station.
Commitment To Local And Sustainable Products
Support For UK Farmers
Co-op remains committed to supporting UK farmers, growers and suppliers. All fresh and frozen meat & poultry – including ready meals, pies and freshly prepared sandwiches – is 100% British.
Statements From Key Figures
Adam Parfitt (Co-op Store Manager) commented: “We’ve had an amazing response. The services & store look fantastic. It’s really exciting to open up a brand-new shop that brings together the convenience of Co-op with EG On The Move’s petrol forecourt business: we want to be right at the heart of local life – serving our community well.”
Martin Rogers (Director of Partnership Development at Co-op) said: “We’re thrilled to be working with EG On The Move – our second forecourt partner – helping us realise these ambitions within this sector. We can’t wait to grow our franchise business further still & bring more Coop products into communities everywhere!”
Zuber Issa (CEO of EG On The Move) sees the potential in this partnership: “EG On The Move is a recognised petro forecourt and convenience retail destination operator. We’re excited about teaming up with Coop on their new store formats, adding to our offer – it’s all about great fuel retailing plus lots of grocery and foodservice choice.”
Future Growth And Expansion Plans
Franchise Growth Ambitions
The new Co-op store is part of a trial involving seven outlets nationwide which could be expanded upon later down the line. It fits within broader franchise growth plans at Coop where they hope to have eight million member-owners by 2030 (currently five million). This will involve them developing more presence in petrol forecourts, universities and hospitals.
Co-op’s Long History And Membership Benefits
Co-op has been around for 180 years as one of the world’s largest consumer-owned co-operatives. Members are involved in governance and receive benefits such as member-only price savings through personalized offers via the Co-op Membership App.
To find out more about Co-op Membership visit www.coop.co.uk/membership or if you would like information on becoming a franchisee then head over to www.coop.co.uk/franchise