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VST Expands South Coast Operations with Co-op Wholesale Partnership

2 reports, 2 independent Updated Oct 23
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What happened

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VST signed a five-year contract with Co-op Wholesale to convert 35 of its stores to the Loop Convenience brand across the South-west and South Coast of England. The partnership includes the grand opening of the debut store in Weymouth, which was a former Spar site. These stores will feature food-to-go lines, an in-store bakery, and full shelves of fresh and chilled food.

From talkingretail.com, retailtimes.co.uk

Why it matters

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The arrangement allows all VST Loop Convenience stores to access the full Co-op Brand portfolio, which currently includes over 2,000 products. This partnership marks a significant growth milestone for VST in these regions. Co-op Wholesale stated confidence in supporting VST's growth trajectory through its wholesaling expertise.

From talkingretail.com, retailtimes.co.uk

Who's involved

  • VSTConvenience store operator expanding its network through the partnership

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • VSTSpeculative

    VST could see increased sales and revenue from access to the full Co-op Brand portfolio and expanded store presence.

How it developed

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