The post SPAR Albania Profile: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>In the latest edition of Contact International, we profile the growth and development of SPAR in Albania. We take a look at SPAR’s standing in the Albanian market, and how SPAR continues to meet and exceed customer expectations instore.
SPAR International’s Contact International magazine is available in five languages (English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese). The online quarterly publication covers a wide range of retail industry subjects, reflecting our diverse and global business.
If you would like to subscribe to the online version, please send us an email.
The post SPAR Albania Profile: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR Switzerland’s own brand success: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>SPAR International’s Contact International magazine is available in five languages (English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese). The online quarterly publication covers a wide range of retail industry subjects, reflecting our diverse and global business.
If you would like to subscribe to the online version, please send us an email.
The post SPAR Switzerland’s own brand success: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post Celebrating 60 years of SPAR in Ireland: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>Since entering the Irish market in 1963, the past six decades have seen continuous growth of the SPAR Brand in Ireland, culminating in it becoming the leading convenience brand nationwide. There are now 460 SPAR and EUROSPAR stores across the country, with over 440 of them independently owned. All of these stores are closely integrated into their local communities.
SPAR Ireland celebrated 60 years in business in 2023, bringing quality solutions to consumers across the country. In recognition of this milestone, SPAR Ireland rolled out various celebratory initiatives. In this issue of Contact International, we take a closer look at the marking of the 60th anniversary of the SPAR Brand in Ireland.
SPAR International’s Contact International magazine is available in five languages (English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese). The online quarterly publication covers a wide range of retail industry subjects, reflecting our diverse and global business.
If you would like to subscribe to the online version, please send us an email.
The post Celebrating 60 years of SPAR in Ireland: Contact International appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-4 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>In an ever changing and competitive landscape, SPAR always looks for ways to stand out. The SPAR Own Brand ranges are a differential, and SPAR Switzerland has shown great success in implementing its SPAR Own Brand range. We additionally showcase some truly innovative SPAR stores, which help to create a memorable shopping experience for customers.
The SPAR Connected Retail Conference took place in Manchester in October, with people coming together, in person and online, to collaborate and share best practice in the areas of digital commerce, marketing, IT, e-commerce, supply chain, responsible retailing and design.
Also in this issue, we look at the importance of people across SPAR, and how SPAR provides support for the community, from SPAR in the UK promoting children’s sports to charitable outreach from across the SPAR network.
To read these and other stories about SPAR around the world, follow this link.
Contact International is available in five languages: English, Spanish, German, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese. Please select from the language versions shown on this page.
Missed any of the previous issues? Visit our archive page to conveniently view earlier editions.
The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-4 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR expands network further appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>This cooperation ushers in new opportunities, first of all, for the company’s customers and partners, but also for the wider retail market in Uzbekistan. Suppliers will have new ways to grow and develop because SPAR country organisations prioritise local producers and farmers which reflects their local community spirit.
Korzinka, in turn, will have access to international expertise, advanced technologies, the most stringent international standards and comprehensive knowledge of the industry, which will help take retailing in Uzbekistan to a new level.
“We are pleased to welcome the Korzinka company from Uzbekistan to the international SPAR network. The driving force behind SPAR’s success has always been the close collaboration between retailers that serve local communities with integrity. We are confident that this partnership with Korzinka, which shares our values, will benefit not only the company and its customers, but will also strengthen SPAR internationally,” commented David Moore, Director of International Retail and Development, Member of the Board of SPAR International.
“Our aim is to move with the times and to meet and exceed the highest international standards. Cooperation with a retail giant such as SPAR, which, like Korzinka, is widely known for its commitment to excellent service and high-quality products, will allow us to continue to be the consumers’ choice for convenience and value,” commented Zafar Khashimov, Founder and Chairman of the Supervisory Board of Korzinka supermarket chain.
Source: SPAR Uzbekistan
The post SPAR expands network further appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR International launches SPAR ENJOY healthy food-to-go solution appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>SPAR ENJOY is the new healthy food-to-go solution from SPAR International to bring customers a diverse range of fresh, simple, and tasty meals to support a healthy lifestyle while on the move. SPAR ENJOY uses fresh, all-natural ingredients instore to provide meals for customers throughout the day: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
This fully customisable SPAR-branded convenience food service offering that SPAR International has developed under the SPAR ENJOY brand is an exclusive concept which allows SPAR retailers to increase healthier eating solutions in their stores.
Digital screens behind the counter display the menu which is on offer at the SPAR ENJOY counter instore. Customers can order from a selection of boxes, bowls, and wraps which have set ingredients, and are prepared by qualified culinary staff instore. Customers can also customise their own meal using the freshest seasonal ingredients available instore. Additionally, there is a selection of convenient chilled and hot meals that have been pre-made instore and are ready for customers to grab and go straight off the shelves. The selection provides both meat, vegetarian and fully vegan options for customers as well.
On the opening of the first SPAR ENJOY foodservice counter, SPAR Lamot Store Owner Kristof Merckx said: “We are also launching a SPAR ENJOY offer, a brand-new concept that we strongly believe in. This allows customers to enjoy a balanced lunch with us.”
“If you’re short on time, you can choose from ready-made preparations: from soups and smoothies to shakshuka and oatmeal, there’s something for everyone.”
SPAR International has several food service solutions which can be easily adapted when implementing in the variety of stores which SPAR country organisations operate, in line with our multi-format retail strategy. The simple plug-and-play food service solutions have been tailored to meet customer needs and complement concepts already available in national markets.
The SPAR ENJOY solution offers retailers a number of benefits:
Source: SPAR International, SPAR Retail Partners Belgium
Read more about the launch of the SPAR Bake-Off concept.
The post SPAR International launches SPAR ENJOY healthy food-to-go solution appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post Contact International: SPAR Kosovo Profile appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>Now, we take a closer look at how the business is continuing to grow and develop in that market, bringing a high-quality shopping experience to customers.
SPAR International’s Contact International magazine is available in five languages (English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese). The online quarterly publication covers a wide range of retail industry subjects, reflecting our diverse and global business.
If you would like to subscribe to the online version, please send us an email.
The post Contact International: SPAR Kosovo Profile appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post Contact International: Digital transformation in SPAR, E-commerce appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>SPAR International’s Contact International magazine is available in five languages (English, German, Spanish, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese). The online quarterly publication covers a wide range of retail industry subjects, reflecting our diverse and global business.
If you would like to subscribe to the online version, please send us an email.
The post Contact International: Digital transformation in SPAR, E-commerce appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-3 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>Two important events in the annual SPAR calendar took place which are highlighted. The SPAR Future Leaders Programme 2023 brought delegates from across the SPAR network to Northern Ireland to develop their retail and leadership knowledge. Continuing our brand building sponsorship, the European Athletics Team Championships were held in Poland in June, bringing hundreds of athletes together from across Europe for six days of competition.
To read these and other stories about SPAR around the world, follow this link.
Contact International is available in five languages: English, Spanish, German, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese. Please select from the language versions shown on this page.
Missed any of the previous issues? Visit our archive page to conveniently view earlier editions.
The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-3 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-2 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>We also take a look at the 66th International SPAR Congress from South Africa, our inaugural SPAR Data Analytics conference in the Netherlands, and the European Athletics Indoor Championships, which took place in Istanbul.
To read these and other stories about SPAR around the world, follow this link.
Contact International is available in five languages: English, Spanish, German, Italian, and Mandarin Chinese. Please select from the language versions shown on this page, linking to the pdf files which can be viewed online.
Missed any of the previous issues? Visit our archive page to conveniently view earlier editions.
The post SPAR Contact International magazine 2023-2 out now appeared first on SPAR International.
]]>