Co-op and EG On The Move launch 24-hour roadside store
Co-op and EG On The Move have opened a 24-hour roadside store in Stowmarket, Suffolk, the partnership’s first launch since opening a number of trial sites last year.
The site, located on the A1308 Needham Road, combines a 24-hour petrol forecourt with a Co-op franchise convenience store.
The 24-hour store offers chilled and hot food, bakery goods, everyday essentials, car care products, and a self-service Starbucks coffee machine, while the petrol forecourt provides four EV charging points, eight fuel pumps, air and vacuum services, and two jet washes launching soon.
Martin Rogers, director of partnership development at Co-op, said: ‘We are delighted to be working with EG On The Move on our latest site, developing a compelling forecourt and convenience food offering as our partnership looks to expand. We are focused on scaling our franchise business, this is the first site to open together following our successful trial, and we are exploring more locations for joint growth.
“By combining our membership , convenience knowledge, tailored product ranges, and automated supply, with EG On The Move’s fuel and franchise expertise, we will bring the benefits of Co-op to more communities together.”
Zuber Issa, CEO of Eg On The Move, added: “As a trusted, quality, convenience retailer our partnerships with Co-op aligns with EG On The Move as an acknowledged petrol forecourt and convenience retail destination operator, we are delighted to collaborate on our latest site, and we look forward to growing our relationship with Co-op in the future.
“Our work with Co-op enhances our convenience store offer, ensuring our customers have access to exceptional fuel retail services including EV charging, a wide choice of premium grocery products and essentials, along with an enjoyable foodservice experience.”