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SuperValu and Centra retailers leading the way in sustainability with 9% reduction in carbon in 12 months

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SuperValu and Centra retailers have achieved a 9% carbon reduction, a year on from the launch of the €25m Musgrave Sustainability Fund. SuperValu and Centra set out to achieve a 12% carbon reduction by end of 2023.

In June last year, Musgrave announced the first of its kind €25 million sustainability fund aimed at realising this target and reducing emissions across its operations, ultimately to achieve net zero by 2040. In order to reduce emissions to net zero by 2040, Musgrave is aiming to achieve a 46% reduction in carbon emissions (Scope 1 and 2) by 2030.

So far, the carbon reduction achieved across SuperValu and Centra stores is equivalent to planting over 260,000 trees. By the end of 2023, over 26,500 panels will be installed across 63 SuperValu and 36 Centra stores generating the equivalent amount of electricity to power almost 3,500 homes entirely for a year. More than 90 SuperValu stores will have solar panels by the end of 2025.

€27.7m has been invested to date, made up of the fund combined with SuperValu and Centra retailer investment. It is expected the total SuperValu and Centra retailer investment across the whole of Ireland to be approximately €50 million once the fund is complete.

Ian Allen, Managing Director of SuperValu and Centra: “Our stores are at the heart of communities around Ireland, and we are proud that our network of SuperValu and Centra retailers we are on track to reach our carbon reduction goal by the end of this year.  Our retailers have shown real passion and enthusiasm to continue to lead by example and implement sustainability measures across their leading supermarket and convenience stores. Over the month of June some retailers saw 30% or more of the electricity they used come from solar panels they installed on their roofs, this is sustainability in action. We are on track and are seeing constant efficiencies and improvements being made across our retail network.  Consumers want us to do more, and we are focused on doing this and working with our retail partners to make every community a sustainable community. We want to make a real-lasting legacy for generations to come.” 

Cormac Quish of Quish’s SuperValu Tramore said: At SuperValu Tramore, we are acutely aware of the responsibility that rests with all of us in relation to climate action, both individually and collectively. The changes we have made in store as a result of our store revamp and the sustainability fund investment have allowed us to achieve a 59% carbon reduction and 40% reduction in electricity. For example, we have installed 348 solar panels, removed oil ovens and replaced with electric and introduced new refrigeration with all doors running on environmentally friendly gas. We look forward to building on these actions and making every day real sustainable action accessible for our loyal customers. As a community hub, we are committed to reaching Net Zero by 2040 and we will continue to enhance sustainability measures across our store to play our part.”

The current 9% reduction in carbon emissions puts us in good stead to achieve a 46% reduction by 2030. SuperValu and Centra’s role as Irish Government UN Sustainable Goals Champions (2023-2024) means we are committed to making every community a sustainable one and as a business that feeds one in three people every day, we are passionate about continuing this journey and stepping up to the plate to support our customers and suppliers.

In the Republic of Ireland, Musgrave committed €50,000 per SuperValu store and €25,000 per Centra store. Stores across Ireland have implemented select sustainability initiatives based on each store’s needs and set-up, including upgrading freezers and refrigeration units, LED lighting retrofit, solar panels, and electronic shelf edge labels (eSEL).

Further details on Musgrave’s sustainability strategy can be found at:  https://www.musgravegroup.com/sustainability/

Five Irish Food Suppliers Secure Lucrative Opportunity with Musgrave MarketPlace

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Ireland’s leading wholesale and foodservice business Musgrave MarketPlace has announced five new partners following the first round of its Green Shoots programme.  In collaboration with Bord Bia, the Dragons Den style initiative invited pitches from local Irish businesses with the opportunity for their product to be promoted and sold across Musgrave MarketPlace branches and online platforms.

Companies presented to a panel of foodservice experts spanning the areas of culinary, purchasing, sales and marketing with five providers selected – Vanilla Bean Patisserie in Cavan, Uneek Functional Cheese Company based in Limerick, West Cork natives, The Cultured Food Company and Spice of Life as well as Builin Blasta from Galway.

The businesses will now be listed in three Musgrave Marketplace branches as well as online.  There will be the opportunity to host monthly sampling events in branch and an extensive promotional campaign will now begin across Musgrave Marketplace social media and digital platforms as well as in foodservice brochures.

Congratulating the successful businesses, Mark Moriarty Trading Director of Musgrave Wholesale Partners said:

“At Musgrave Marketplace we are committed to providing our customers with the most extensive range of products and supporting local Irish suppliers is extremely important to us.  Green Shoots brings these two commitments together.

We are always scouting for new and innovative food and non-food products to supply to our large network of customers in Ireland.  This new initiative allows us to showcase local Irish suppliers and I look forward to seeing more businesses come on stream in the coming months.” 

Maureen Gahan, Foodservice Specialist with Bord Bia added:

“Bord Bia is delighted to collaborate with Musgrave Marketplace in the initial supplier selection process. A key element of Bord Bia’s role is to act as a bridge between Irish food and drink producers and industry buyers. A range of product categories with new growth potential were identified by restaurant customers. Bord Bia facilitated a series of 1-2-1 bespoke presentations with suppliers in these categories, from which Musgrave Marketplace selected the final group of participants.”

Musgrave MarketPlace is the only 100% Irish owned national foodservice wholesaler. They are committed to supporting Irish jobs, Irish businesses and the future of the foodservice industry across the island of Ireland.

Centra Run Together back in Ormeau for 2023

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Local convenience retailer Centra is rallying for runners across Northern Ireland to take part in its annual fundraising event, Run Together.

This year aims to bring together 1,600 runners for one ultimate Run Together event taking place on 22nd October at Ormeau Park in Belfast. With both a 5K and 10K run, casual and experienced runners are encouraged to take part to raise vital funds for charity partner, Action Cancer. There are 200 early bird registrations open now for each run with the 10K priced at £15 (normally £20) and the 5K available to book for £8 (normally £10). The full registration fee will be donated to Action Cancer.

Centra has supported Action Cancer since 2001, and this year aims to raise an overall total of £175,000 to help keep the charity’s mobile detection the Big Bus on the road and provide its free life-saving services to communities across Northern Ireland, including breast screening, health checks, and new for 2023, skin cancer detection.

As part of Centra’s Live Well initiative, Run Together is designed to motivate people of any ability or age to embrace a healthy lifestyle by taking part in the run. Whether participants are just starting their fitness journey or are looking for something to do with the family, the event is open to everyone. Participants can walk, jog or run through the park, alongside hundreds of others, to raise funds and awareness for Action Cancer.

The runs will be staggered with the 10K kicking off at 9.30am and the 5K at 11am.

Local fitness Trainer, Bubba, is joining again this year to lead a pre-run stretch for all those taking part while Centra brand ambassador and radio presenter Pete Snodden will start the event and welcome participants over the finish line.

Everyone taking part will receive a medal, t-shirt, goodie bag, Frank and Honest coffee and lunch.

Commenting on the launch, Jennifer Morton, Centra brand manager, said: “We are excited to welcome back our Run Together fundraising event for 2023. There was a real feeling of community spirit during last year’s series and we’re looking forward to this year’s event being even bigger and better with more than 1,600 people joining together to raise money for Action Cancer.

“As part of Centra’s Live Well initiative, our aim as always is to get as many people as we can up and moving. Whether you’re running the 5K with your family or really challenging yourself with the 10K, the run is a perfect opportunity to get outside and have fun whilst raising some money for an amazing cause.”

Lucy McCusker, corporate fundraising manager for Action Cancer added: “Run Together is always a fantastic event and we are very grateful to everyone who turns out to support it. The money raised makes a real difference to many people, by enabling us to bring our life saving services directly to them on the Big Bus.  Early detection saves lives, so we would encourage people to sign up, take part and help keep the Big Bus on the road.”

To enter the 5K or 10K at Run Together, visit the website: https://centraruntogether.eventbrite.co.uk

Centra opens new £1m store in Newtownabbey

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Experienced store owners from Centra York Road in Belfast, Gareth and Tracey Beacom, have opened the doors to their second Centra, located on the Shore Road in Newtownabbey.  The 1,700 sq ft store and petrol forecourt is a welcome addition to the area supporting 12 jobs and combines convenience retail with an extensive food-to-go and grocery offering.

Bright and contemporary, Centra Trackside which officially launched with a family fun day on Saturday (24th June), is a fantastic amenity for the local community and on the go customers.

The comprehensive range includes a deli counter offering customers freshly made sandwiches and salads, or a selection of hot food to go.  Shoppers can also enjoy a hot drink to go with the Frank and Honest Coffee 2.0 coffee dock which provides a wide selection of hot drinks and features 100% compostable coffee cups, plastic free coffee capsules and Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans, while a digital loyalty app offers customers a free coffee after earning ten digital stamps.

Speaking today, store owner Gareth Beacom said:

“We’re delighted to have opened the doors of our second Centra store. It will provide a convenient shopping and fuelling point for customers on the move  as well as a great amenity for the local community. The team and I are looking forward to welcoming customers instore and providing them with a one-stop shop for modern convenience.”

The new store also features a Nicholls fuel forecourt with a 24/7 pay at pump service, along with car washing and laundry facilities and extensive parking, while EV Charging points will be installed.  In-store services include PayPoint, Lottery and an ATM.

Aligning with Musgrave Group’s, (owners of the Centra brand) sustainability goals, the new store also features new LED lighting, energy-efficient refrigeration, and digital screens to reduce the store’s energy consumption and carbon footprint.

Musgrave NI’s Retail Sales Director, Paddy Murney said:

“The new Centra store in Newtownabbey will provide the height of convenience and value for local shoppers. With the cost of living continuing to affect our communities, it’s clear that keeping household costs down is important to our customers. As part of Centra’s commitment to value, our shoppers will benefit from over 200 special offer items every week and over 300 cheaper own brand products. That’s on top of our Epic Deals on four big brand products every three weeks.”

Centra is also committed to supporting local suppliers, with Musgrave NI spending more than £160m on local food and drink annually.

Paddy continued: “We work with more than 3,000 local farmers, partner with over 150 local suppliers and stock over 3,500 local products across our stores providing shoppers with the freshest produce and range of choice.”

The store’s opening hours are: 6.30am – 10pm Monday to Friday, 8am – 10pm Saturdays and Sundays.

SuperValu’s Signature Tastes Irish Strawberries signal summer’s return

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SuperValu’s Signature Tastes Irish Strawberries have proved a firm favourite with Irish customers, and the flavoursome fruit is now back in-store. Only available at the height of the season, SuperValu’s Signature Tastes Irish Strawberries are known for their sweet, vibrant flavours, and quality taste and texture. The strawberries are produced by Keeling’s in North County Dublin, who have been operating and innovating in the fresh produce industry since 1926, and now employ over 2,700 people. With sustainability at the heart of their operations, Keeling’s grow, source, and market high-quality produce, farming over 2,000 acres.

This summer, SuperValu’s ‘Best Tasting Now’ campaign will inform customers of local and Irish produced food that offers premium taste and flavour when in-season. Grown from the premium Zara and Lusa varieties which have won several international awards for their taste and quality, SuperValu’s Signature Tastes Irish Strawberries will be the highlight of any summer dessert.

The campaign is being undertaken due to growing consumer interest in seasonal, Irish produce. SuperValu expects to sell double the volume of Signature Tastes Irish Strawberries this season when compared to 2022 due to the increase in demand for seasonal, Irish produce.

Ian Allen, Managing Director, SuperValu, said: “I am delighted to see our Best Tasting Now campaign return to stores around Ireland, so that we can advise our customers of the fantastic local and Irish in-season product on offer. Our customers can enjoy heightened flavours, tastes, and desserts throughout the summer season. Our SuperValu Signature Tastes Strawberries are sure to be a highlight of many a shopping basket and I look forward to enjoying many of these premium fruits throughout the season.”

SuperValu teams up with David Gough & Hannah Looney to launch new ‘Wear with Pride’ laces initiative for Pride 2023

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SuperValu has today teamed up with GAA Referee and LGBTQ+ advocate David Gough and Cork Ladies footballer Hannah Looney to launch SuperValu’s ‘Wear with Pride’ Laces campaign for Pride month 2023. As part of the initiative, rainbow laces will be available to purchase in SuperValu stores nationwide for the month of June, with proceeds going to support Belong To, LGBTQ+ Youth Ireland.

Earlier this year, SuperValu launched the third year of their #CommunityIncludesEveryone campaign, as part of their sponsorship of the GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, with a host of Gaelic Games role models from across the country rallying together to promote the importance of diversity and inclusion in Gaelic games, including David Clifford, Padraig O’Hora, Maggie Farrelly and Ikem Ugwueru.

As part of their #CommunityIncludesEveryone campaign, this June SuperValu is building on their previous work with leading GAA Referee and LGBTQ+ advocate David Gough as he and Cork Ladies footballer Hannah Looney team up to lead the ‘Wear with Pride’ Laces campaign. With the launch of this new campaign, SuperValu and its team of ambassadors hope to encourage Ireland’s Gaelic Games community to wear their rainbow laces with pride and show their support for the LGBTQ+ community in Ireland.

With the support of the Gaelic Players Association,  the  ‘Wear with Pride’ Laces campaign will also see all inter-county players gifted with SuperValu’s rainbow laces throughout the month of June.

SuperValu’s pride laces are Irish-made by Atlantic Weave Limited, a Donegal-based company.

Belong To, CEO Moninne Griffith (she/her) said:  “Pride is about inclusivity, self-acceptance and community – just like sports. Research tells us that many LGBTQ+ young people can feel excluded from sports and there is still work to do to ensure that sport is inclusive to everyone. We are proud to join Supervalu for ‘Wear with Pride’ and be part of this campaign to bring visibility and LGBTQ+ inclusion on and off the pitch. By wearing rainbow laces, you can send a strong message to the LGBTQ+ community, saying ‘you are welcome here!’”

Gemma Begley, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Manager for the Gaelic Players’ Association said: “At the Gaelic Players’ Association, we are thrilled to offer our support to SuperValu’s ‘Wear with Pride’ Laces campaign, this June. For the first time ever, inter-county players up and down the country will be gifted with SuperValu’s rainbow laces via a player representative in their squad. We hope that this activity will help promote the ideals of #CommunityIncludesEveryone and that members of the LGBTQ+ community in Gaelic Games will feel our support for them at a widespread level.”

GAA referee and LGBTQ+ advocate, David Gough, commented: “It is with great pride that I team up with SuperValu again for 2023’s Pride month. Within Gaelic Games, we know that while positive strides have been made, there is still much to do to ensure everyone is included within our communities. A campaign like ‘Wear with Pride’ goes a long way to offering visible support to members of the LGBTQ+ community within Gaelic Games and across the country. I would encourage everyone to lace up this Pride month and show their support.”

Cork Ladies footballer and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Hannah Looney, added: “I am delighted to be involved in and supporting SuperValu’s ‘Wear with Pride’ Laces campaign. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, I know just how impactful people’s support can be. My teammates and I are looking forward to showing our support for the LGBTQ+ community in Gaelic Games and encourage everyone to get involved this Pride month.”

For more information on the #CommunityIncludesEveryone campaign, and to keep up to date with the GAA All-Ireland Senior Football Championship, follow SuperValu across Facebook, Instagram, Tik-Tok and Twitter.

For further information, please contact the SuperValu team at Wilson Hartnell: 

Claire Shannon / claire.shannon@ogilvy.com / 087 126 0924

Hannah Collins / hannah.collins@ogilvy.com / 085 245 4000

Musgrave announces new five-year deal with Ballymaguire Foods worth €170m

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Musgrave has today announced a new multi-million euro deal with Lusk based ready meal producer Ballymaguire Foods, valued at €170 million. The new contract will continue to supply homegrown, Irish-made prepared meals and side dishes to Musgrave retail brands SuperValu, Centra and Daybreak. The new contract comes as shoppers increasingly seek out healthy pre-prepared meal options. The extensive range of exceptional quality foods offers shoppers lunch and dinner solutions in the form of prepared meals as well as soups and sauces. Musgrave wants to continue to grow its range with Ballymaguire Foods in the form of new own brand healthy meals which are the perfect solution for a hassle free, home-cooked tasty meals.

Ballymaguire Foods, a sister company to Country Crest, founded by Michael and Gabriel Hoey, is an award-winning food production company, who has won a multitude of awards including Blas na hÉireann, Irish Quality Food Awards, Great Taste Awards, and Fingal Chamber Business Excellence Awards. Ballymaguire Foods is passionate about sustainability and prides itself in sourcing ingredients that are 100% local and are carefully selected from trusted farmers and suppliers, keeping food miles low. Their dedicated team of over 250 people, including experienced chefs and producers, have been supplying the Musgrave Group with food of the highest quality for 13 years and will continue to for the next 5 years.

Ian Allen, Managing Director, SuperValu and Centra commented: “We are very pleased to work with suppliers who share our values of wanting to support local and do good for our communities. We set out an ambition to help our customers make more sustainable choices and we are delighted to support Irish suppliers who operate in a way that makes this possible. In recent times, we have seen an increase in demand for healthy meals and we are very happy to continue to work with Ballymaguire Foods who continue to innovate and evolve to meet shoppers needs.  A long-standing partner of ours, their passion about sustainability and reducing their impact on the environment, is important to us. We are delighted to continue a partnership that has run for 13 years and look forward to the next five years.”

Edward Spelman, Managing Director, and Co-owner of Ballymaguire Foods said: “Ballymaguire Foods is well regarded for producing high quality own label, fresh prepared meals for its retail and food service customers – sourcing the best of ingredients and creating tasty and healthy recipes using a handmade approach. We’ve worked with the Musgrave Group for over 13 years and are very pleased to see how much we have grown in that time. We are delighted to strengthen our partnership and further enhance the Musgrave fresh prepared meal offering – that fits with consumer’s busy lifestyles.”

As part of its sustainability strategy, Musgrave is working closely with suppliers to collectively reduce its environmental impact. As well as sourcing the best of Irish ingredients, Ballymaguire Foods operates on 100% renewable energy, with a wind turbine generating nearly half of its power and the rest coming from other renewable sources. As part of Musgrave’s sustainability strategy, Musgrave has committed that 100% of its Own Brand packaging will be compostable, reusable, or recyclable by 2025. To date, 96% of this ambition has been achieved by SuperValu and Centra. Ballymaguire Foods has replaced 35 tonnes of unrecyclable black plastic with alternative sustainable packaging in line with this.

SuperValu and Centra Northern Ireland on track to plant 50,000 trees by 2032

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Northern Ireland groups benefit from Musgrave NI sustainability initiative

Leading convenience retail brands, SuperValu and Centra part of Musgrave NI, have planted another 5,000 native trees across Northern Ireland this year, bringing them a step closer to their goal of planting 50,000 trees by 2032.

In partnership with Trees on the Land, a charity and not-for-profit project from the Green Economy Foundation, the initiative launched last year and saw 5,000 trees planted across 13 locations in Northern Ireland, while this year a further 5,000 have been planted in 17 locations.

Groups to have received trees this year include Enniskillen Integrated Primary School, Armoy Community Association, Colin Wildlife Group in Dunmurry, Strathroy Community Garden & Shed in Omagh, and St Colum’s Primary School in Portstewart.

Colleagues from SuperValu and Centra stores across Northern Ireland supported the initiative by pulling on their wellies and visiting many of the tree planting locations.

Desi Derby, Director of Marketing for SuperValu and Centra, said:

“This project is extremely important to us all at SuperValu and Centra. We are committed to doing all we can to help the environment and become a more sustainable business and tree planting is just one of the many ways we are giving back to the environment.

“We are thrilled to be partnering with Trees on the Land once again to plant a further 5,000 trees, helping to absorb more carbon dioxide, improve air quality and enhance biodiversity across Northern Ireland.”

Imogen Rabone, Project Co-ordinator and Founder of Trees on the Land, added: “This is now our second year working with Musgrave NI and we are delighted to have them on board with such an amazing project. We had an extremely successful year last year planting 5,000 trees across 13 locations, and have distributed another 5,000 trees this year across 17 locations.

“Our vision at Trees on the Land is to establish tree cover and woodland in rural and urban areas that will grow for many years and provide valuable resources for future generations. It is thanks to partnerships like this with Musgrave NI that makes this possible.”

A commitment to planting 50,000 trees is one in a list of steps being taken by SuperValu and Centra to make their stores and communities more sustainable.

“We all have a responsibility to care for the environment and we believe small changes can make a big impact. Together with our customers, we can build a more sustainable future by helping to look after the planet we all share,” Desi said.

Photo: Declan McCann, who owns a small holding in Dromara, received 275 native trees from the SuperValu and Centra project, including Alder, Birch, Hazel, Oak, Rowan and Scots Pine to extend hedgerows for shelter and to increase biodiversity in the area which is home to a number of Red Kites. He is joined by Carol Marshall, brand communications manager for SuperValu and Centra.

SuperValu invests £700,000 in rejuvenated Omagh store

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Leading convenience retailer SuperValu officially launched its rejuvenated store in Omagh on Friday, 2nd December, following an investment of £700,000, supporting 42 jobs in the local area.

To mark the occasion, locals were invited to visit SuperValu from 2pm to enjoy a cookery demonstration from celebrity home cook Suzie Lee and to sample a selection of local products including SuperValu’s SimpliDish range of meal solutions. There was also a spin the wheel competition with goodie bags to be won, while children were treated to a visit from Santa.

Caroline Rowan, Head of Retail Operations for SuperValu said:

“We are delighted to unveil our new-look SuperValu store in Omagh which is one of the first in Northern Ireland to be developed with our new format. The store has been designed with the local community in mind, ensuring they have the best products and offers on their doorstep, alongside a modern and spacious shopping environment, while the Post Office remains an integral part of the service.

“We’ve engaged with the local community and listened to their feedback and as a result have relocated all departments on the ground floor, which is still accessible from Main Street, Market Street and Scarffes Entry.

“We are very excited to introduce a fantastic new 26 seat Frank and Honest café instore which is a great addition for our High Street customers where they can enjoy a hot beverage and tasty snacks.”

The major investment has allowed for other new and exciting additions including an expanded food-to-go offering with a new hot and cold deli counter, now located on the ground floor; an enhanced grab ‘n’ go sandwich and instore bakery range; as well as the introduction of Moo’d ice cream.

The store also has an extra seating area for customers who wish to enjoy their food in-store while new self-scan tills have been introduced for convenience.

In addition to expanding the current ranges, the Happy Pear plant-based range of products is now available alongside a new selection of healthy meals, plus an enhanced meat range prepared instore by our butcher. Supporting local, the store also stocks Mulligans, one of Omagh’s favourite local bakeries.

The new Frank and Honest 2.0 coffee dock offers a greater selection of hot-drinks-to-go for customers on the move and features 100% compostable coffee cups, plastic free coffee capsules and Rainforest Alliance Certified coffee beans. Customers can benefit from the brand’s digital loyalty app which offers a free coffee after earning ten digital stamps.

The store’s off licence, which has been relocated and increased in size, now boasts an improved, premium range of beers, wines, and spirits including specially sourced wines exclusive to Musgrave NI (owner of SuperValu).

Commenting on the revamp, store manager Kieran Kelly said: “The team and I are really excited to welcome customers, existing and new, to our amazing, rejuvenated store in the heart of Omagh’s town centre.

“We were extremely proud to win the ‘Retailer of the Year’ award at the Omagh Business Awards recently and we look forward to continuing to provide great value and service to our customers. We hope shoppers enjoy all the new and exciting concepts in store and we are always on hand to help them have the best shopping experience possible.

“With the cost-of-living continuing to rise, it’s clear that keeping household costs down is front of mind for our customers. As part of SuperValu’s commitment to value, our shoppers will benefit from over 200 special offers on big brands every week and over 400 cheaper own brand products. And with more than 500 of our branded products price-checked against Tesco, we are committed to delivering the best value for our customers across our entire range.”

Musgrave is working to achieve its net zero ambition by 2040 and the group are firmly committed to being more sustainable, Caroline Rowan explains:

“As part of Musgrave NI’s company-owned portfolio, we have significantly invested in new energy saving technology. The store is powered using green electricity and features new digital screens, energy efficient LED lighting, and electronic shelf edge labels, making the store as efficient and green as possible.

“Musgrave NI also supports local, spending more than £160m on local food and drink annually. We work with more than 3,000 local farmers, partner with over 150 local suppliers and stock over 3,500 local products across our stores.”

SuperValu Omagh is open from 8am to 7pm Monday to Wednesday and Saturday, 8am to 8pm on Thursday and Friday, and 1pm to 6pm on Sunday.

Centra wins big at Leading NI Retail Awards

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Centra stores across Northern Ireland scooped a total of 4 awards at the Neighbourhood Retailer Awards.

At the gala dinner at the Crowne Plaza in Belfast, Centra was honoured with 4 awards with McCool’s Centra Ballymena taking home Neighbourhood Store of the Year Category 3; Moran’s Centra Coleraine winning Forecourt of the Year Category 1; Ruairi McBride from Ivan Wilson Centra Limavady walking away with Store Manager of the Year; as well as Centra NI being awarded Digital Marketing Campaign of the Year.

A focal point in the retail industry calendar, the awards have been rewarding excellence and celebrating success in retailing since 1998.  Independently and rigorously judged by Spotcheck, the Neighbourhood Retailer Awards are widely regarded as NI’s premier awards event for the industry, locally and nationally.

Commenting on the awards, Paddy Murney, retail sales director for Centra said:

“Congratulations to all our stores and retail partners that were finalists and have been honoured at the Neighbourhood Retailer Awards. These wins are testament to the great value, customer service and offering we have across our store networks, as well as the hard work and dedication put in by the teams. I am delighted the stores have been recognised for their commitment to serving their local communities with the best in modern convenience retailing.”

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